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Threshold from ~$100,000 (short-term)
The registered property value is what counts for the short-term residence permit. The separate Investment Residence Permit has different requirements, notably around USD 300,000.
Residency — Property
Residence permit in Georgia through property
Threshold
from ~$100,000 (short-term)
Status
temporary, renewable
Basis
registered ownership
Georgia links property ownership with a residency route: a property investment of roughly USD 100,000 can support an application for a temporary short-term residence permit. The permit is tied to the registered ownership and is renewed as long as the requirements continue to be met. This is distinct from the separate Investment Residence Permit, which has different requirements, notably an investment threshold from roughly USD 300,000 (Source: SDA, as of 21 September 2026).
The decision is made by the authorities case by case. We prepare the property-side documentation and work with specialised advisers for immigration and tax matters — nobody can guarantee an outcome, and we do not.
Vladi Morai · Livo Property · 2026-08-27
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Tied to ownership
The permit is temporary and depends on continued ownership. Selling the property affects the status.
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Family members
Depending on the constellation, family members can be included. We clarify the detail with specialist advisers.
Frequently asked questions about residency
Does buying property grant residency automatically?+
No. Property ownership from around USD 100,000 only opens the option to apply for the short-term residence permit. The separate Investment Residence Permit has different requirements, notably around USD 300,000. The authorities decide each case individually, and no outcome is guaranteed (Source: SDA, as of 21 September 2026).
Do I have to live in Georgia permanently?+
Permanent presence is not required to buy property. Immigration and tax consequences should be reviewed for your individual case.
What about taxes?+
Georgia has double taxation treaties with many countries, including Germany. Rental income from Georgian property is generally taxed in Georgia; a 5 % rate can apply under Article 81(2) of the Tax Code of Georgia to individuals letting residential property for residential use without deducting costs — check your specific case (Source: Tax Code of Georgia, Art. 81(2), as of 21 September 2026). This is general information, not tax advice.
Do you handle the application?+
We structure the property-related documentation and refer you to specialised local law firms and advisers. We do not provide legal or tax advice ourselves.
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