What Does This Mean for Travelers?
From January 1, 2026, every tourist entering the territory of Georgia must present a health and accident insurance policy that meets the following requirements:
- The insurance policy must be presented in physical or electronic form
- The policy must be available in Georgian or English
- The minimum insurance coverage must be no less than 30,000 GEL
- The insurance must cover the entire period of stay in Georgia, from arrival to departure
- The policy may be issued by a Georgian or foreign insurance company
Mandatory Information in the Insurance Policy
The insurance policy must include the following details:
- Parties to the insurance contract
- Covered territory
- Subject of insurance
- Start and end dates of insurance coverage
- Insured risks
- Insurance coverage amount (limits)
- Insurance premium amount, payment place, and payment terms
Important to Know
Tourists must ensure that their health and accident insurance is valid for the full duration of their stay in Georgia, including both entry and exit dates.
Who Is Exempt from Mandatory Insurance?
The following individuals are exempt from this requirement:
- Holders of diplomatic and special visas
- Holders of diplomatic, official, service, or special passports
- Accredited employees of diplomatic missions, consular offices, and international organizations, as well as their accredited family members
- Persons entering Georgia under international treaties or agreements
- Drivers involved in international road freight and passenger transportation