Visa and Legal Status
Georgia's visa policy is one of the most generous in the world for remote workers. Citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, Israel, Japan, South Korea, and dozens of other countries can enter visa-free and stay for up to 365 days. No visa application, no work permit, no sponsorship. The 'Remotely from Georgia' program, launched in 2020, provides an official framework for remote workers earning at least $2,000 USD monthly from outside the country. In practice, most remote workers simply use the standard visa-free entry, which is legally sufficient. Tax implications: Georgia does not tax foreign-source income for individuals who are not Georgian tax residents. The 183-day rule applies -- if you stay fewer than 183 days in a calendar year, you are generally not considered a tax resident. For longer stays, consult a local accountant. The tax code is straightforward but the rules matter.
- You do not need the 'Remotely from Georgia' program to work remotely -- visa-free entry is sufficient for up to a year
- Track your entry and exit dates carefully if you are near the 183-day threshold for tax residency
- Exit and re-enter Georgia before 365 days if you plan to stay longer -- the visa-free clock resets
Cost of Living
Tbilisi is remarkably affordable. A comfortable lifestyle for a single remote worker -- a modern one-bedroom apartment in Vake or Vera, eating out regularly, coworking membership, mobile data, and occasional travel -- runs approximately $1,200-1,800 USD per month. Housing: A furnished one-bedroom apartment in Vake or Vera costs 1,200-2,500 GEL ($460-960 USD) per month. Saburtalo is 20-30% cheaper. Food: A meal at a good local restaurant costs 15-30 GEL ($6-12 USD). Groceries for a week run 80-150 GEL ($31-58 USD). Transport: Metro rides are 1 GEL ($0.40). Bolt rides across the city rarely exceed 10 GEL ($4). Coworking: Monthly hot desk memberships range from 200-450 GEL ($77-173 USD). Compared to Lisbon, Bangkok, or Bali -- the other popular digital nomad destinations -- Tbilisi offers similar or better value with fewer crowds and less commercialized infrastructure.
- Negotiate apartment rent for 3+ month stays -- landlords routinely offer 10-20% discounts for longer commitments
- Utility costs (gas, electricity, water) are additional to rent and typically run 100-250 GEL/month depending on season
- The Carrefour and Goodwill supermarket chains offer the best selection and prices for grocery shopping
Coworking Spaces
Tbilisi's coworking scene has matured significantly since 2020. There are now over a dozen dedicated coworking spaces ranging from basic shared desks to full-service facilities with private offices, meeting rooms, podcast studios, and event spaces. Most spaces offer day passes (15-30 GEL), weekly passes, and monthly memberships (200-450 GEL for hot desks, 350-700 GEL for dedicated desks). Internet speeds in established spaces typically range from 100 to 500 Mbps. The best spaces are concentrated in Vake and Vera, with a few options in Saburtalo. Community varies by space -- some attract the tech startup crowd, others skew international freelancer, and a few specifically cater to the digital nomad community with English-language environments and networking events. Batumi has a smaller but growing coworking scene with 3-4 spaces near the boulevard area.
- Try a day pass before committing to a monthly membership -- atmosphere and actual internet speed vary from marketing claims
- Most spaces operate 9:00-21:00; 24/7 access is available at some but not standard
- The coworking community is most active on Facebook groups and Telegram channels -- search for 'Digital Nomads Tbilisi'
Internet and Connectivity
Internet infrastructure in Tbilisi is strong. Residential fiber internet from Magti or Silknet offers 50-100 Mbps for 30-50 GEL/month. Mobile data is fast and cheap: unlimited 4G/LTE plans cost 20-30 GEL/month from Magti, Silknet, or Beeline. Prepaid SIM cards require only a passport and are available at airport kiosks and mobile shops everywhere. 5G is not yet widespread but 4G coverage is reliable throughout Tbilisi. Outside Tbilisi, internet quality drops sharply. Batumi has decent infrastructure. Kutaisi is improving. Mountain towns (Kazbegi, Mestia, Gudauri) have limited and sometimes unreliable connectivity -- fine for vacation, problematic for bandwidth-dependent remote work. If you need to take video calls from outside Tbilisi, test the connection before relying on it.
- Magti has the best overall mobile coverage across Georgia; Silknet is competitive in cities
- Buy a SIM card at the airport immediately -- the process takes 5 minutes and you will need mobile data for navigation
- For backup internet, tethering from your mobile phone is reliable in Tbilisi as a failover for residential or coworking Wi-Fi
Banking and Finance
Opening a Georgian bank account is straightforward for foreigners. TBC Bank and Bank of Georgia both offer accounts to non-residents with just a passport -- no proof of address or local income required. The process takes about 30 minutes at a branch. A Georgian bank account gives you a local IBAN, a Visa or Mastercard debit card, and access to mobile banking apps that are well-designed and support English. Local bank cards are useful for paying rent (many landlords prefer bank transfers), subscriptions, and everyday purchases. International cards (Wise, Revolut) also work well at most ATMs and POS terminals. Crypto-to-fiat conversion is possible through local exchanges and some ATMs, but the regulatory landscape is evolving.
- TBC Bank's mobile app is the best in Georgia -- modern interface, English support, instant transfers
- A Wise or Revolut card is a good companion to a local account for managing currency conversion
- ATM withdrawal limits are typically 1,000-3,000 GEL per transaction; some ATMs charge fees for international cards
Housing for Remote Workers
Most remote workers in Tbilisi rent furnished apartments. The primary channels for finding housing are Facebook groups ('Tbilisi Apartments for Rent', 'Expats in Tbilisi'), the SS.ge real estate portal (the Georgian equivalent of Craigslist for housing), and myHome.ge. Viewings are standard before signing. Leases are typically informal -- a written agreement in Georgian and English is advisable but many arrangements are verbal with a handshake. A deposit of one month's rent is standard. Scams exist but are not rampant; viewing in person before paying is the best protection. Vake and Vera are the most popular neighborhoods for remote workers due to walkability, restaurant density, and proximity to coworking. Saburtalo offers more space for less money. Short-term furnished rentals (Airbnb-style) are widely available but significantly more expensive per month than direct rentals.
Businesses Mentioned in This Guide
Collider Coworking – Vake
კოლაიდერი — ვაკე
Coworking Space
Collider Vake is one of the most photographed coworking spaces in Tbilisi — a colorful, design-forward space with exposed brick, neon signs, bean bags, and an outdoor garden. It offers 54 workstations, 2 meeting rooms, a Peach BAR with exceptional coffee, and a strong expat/nomad community. Located adjacent to Mziuri Park, one of Tbilisi's most beloved green spaces.
Fabrika Creative Compound
ფაბრიკა
Coworking Space
Fabrika is Tbilisi's most iconic urban regeneration project — a former Soviet sewing factory transformed by Adjara Group in 2016 into a sprawling 8,000+ sq m cultural compound. It houses Impact Hub (the coworking tenant), a large hostel, 10+ cafes and bars, artist studios, design boutiques, a yoga school, and a music venue. The coworking is operated by Impact Hub Tbilisi. Fabrika became the best-reviewed hostel in the Caucasus within a year and transformed the Chugureti neighborhood.
Impact Hub Tbilisi
იმპაქთ ჰაბი თბილისი
Coworking & Innovation Space
Part of the global Impact Hub network, offering coworking space with a focus on social entrepreneurship, innovation, and impact-driven projects. Provides workspace, acceleration programs, workshops, mentoring, and community events. Particularly supportive of startups working on social and environmental challenges, with connections to the international Impact Hub network.
Lokal
ლოკალი
Creative Coworking & Coliving
Lokal is a coworking and coliving space in Tbilisi's Old Town area, designed for digital nomads and remote workers staying in Georgia for extended periods. The space combines workspace with social living areas, a shared kitchen, and regular community events. Its location in the historic center provides walkable access to restaurants, cafes, and cultural attractions.
Terminal
ტერმინალი
Coworking Space
Modern coworking space in Vera district offering flexible workspace solutions, private offices, meeting rooms, and communal work areas. Features high-speed internet, printing services, kitchen facilities, and regular networking events. The space attracts freelancers, remote workers, startups, and small teams across various industries.
Written and maintained by the Georgia Business Registry editorial team based on direct experience working remotely from Tbilisi. Last reviewed March 2026.
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