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Poland to Georgia visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Georgia visa-free?

Up to 360 days within any 365-day period. Each entry resets the count, but you should not exceed the authorized period to avoid overstay fines.

Q: Is travel insurance mandatory for Georgia?

Yes. From 1 January 2026, every visitor including visa-free travellers must hold travel medical/accident insurance covering the full stay, with minimum coverage of 30,000 GEL (about USD 11,000), in English or Georgian.

Q: Can I enter Georgia with a Polish ID card instead of a passport?

Yes. As an EU national, you may enter Georgia using a valid national ID card, although a biometric passport is the standard travel document.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Georgia?

No. Georgia is not part of the Schengen area or the EU, so the 90/180 short-stay rule and ETIAS do not apply when entering Georgia.

Q: Can I work in Georgia on visa-free entry?

No. Visa-free entry is for visiting/residence purposes only; it does not grant the right to work. A work/residence permit is needed for employment.

No visa needed. Polish (EU) ordinary passport holders can enter Georgia visa-free for tourism and stay up to 1 year (360 days) within any 365-day period. Poland is on Georgia's list of visa-free countries, and as an EU member state its ordinary passport holders enjoy one of Georgia's most generous regimes: visa-free entry for up to 360 days within any 365-day period for tourism, business or visiting. No visa, eVisa or visa-on-arrival is required for a short tourist trip. Polish citizens may enter on a valid passport (the Polish government note specifies biometric passport), and EU nationals can also enter Georgia with a national ID card. The single important 2026 change is that, effective 1 January 2026, Georgia requires every foreign visitor - including visa-free travellers - to hold valid travel medical/accident insurance covering the full stay with minimum coverage of 30,000 GEL (about USD 11,000), presentable in English or Georgian. Georgia is NOT in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Georgia. Travellers should still carry proof of onward travel and sufficient funds.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 360 days within any 365-day period

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each entry resets the visa-free stay window)

from issue date

Visa fee

0 (no visa fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - entry granted at the border

standard track

Validity

Visa-free regime is open-ended; passport should be valid for the duration of stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Polish passport is valid for the full duration of your intended stay. Poland's biometric passport is accepted; EU national ID cards are also accepted for entry to Georgia.

· Document

/02

Buy mandatory travel medical insurance

From 1 January 2026 all visitors must hold travel health/accident insurance covering the entire stay, with minimum coverage of 30,000 GEL (~USD 11,000), in English or Georgian, physical or electronic.

· Required 2026· Insurance

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of onward or return travel, accommodation details and evidence of sufficient funds in case border officers ask.

· At border

/04

Travel to Georgia

No visa application is needed in advance. You are admitted visa-free on arrival by air, land or sea.

· No application

/05

Clear immigration

Present your passport (or EU ID card) and, if requested, your insurance policy and supporting documents. Entry stamp grants visa-free stay.

· Border control

/06

Track your stay

Do not exceed 360 days within a 365-day period. Overstay fines were raised in 2025, so monitor your authorized period and exit on time.

· Compliance

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Poland -> Georgia · Visa-free (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredValid Polish biometric passport (valid for the duration of stay)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical/accident insurance, min 30,000 GEL coverage, full stay, in English or Georgian

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of onward or return ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the trip

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedContact details / itinerary for the stay

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

OptionalEU national ID card as alternative travel document (optional)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

OptionalCopies (digital/paper) of key documents and insurance policy

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Georgia - Wikipedia (overview of 1-year visa-free regime)Poland in Georgia (Gov.pl) - Visa-free countries Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia - Consular / Entry Information

Application link included: Visa policy of Georgia - Wikipedia (overview of 1-year visa-free regime)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa fee0 GELNo visa is required for Polish passport holders

eVisa / VOA fee0 GELNot applicable - visa-free entry

Mandatory travel insurance~30-100 GEL (varies by provider/duration)Required from 1 Jan 2026; cost depends on length of stay and insurer, not a government fee

Total estimate0 GEL (government/visa cost) — ~100 GEL (typical short-trip insurance, not a visa fee)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border

Immediate on arrival

No prior application; admitted on presentation of passport at the port of entry

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

EU member state on Georgia's visa-free list

Poland is among the 90+ countries (including all EU states) whose citizens may enter Georgia without a visa.

High

/02

Generous 1-year stay

Georgia grants visa-free visitors up to 360 days within a 365-day period, far longer than typical short-stay regimes.

High

/03

Mandatory travel insurance from 2026

Since 1 January 2026 all visitors, including visa-free ones, must hold qualifying travel medical insurance.

Medium

/04

Not in Schengen area

Georgia is outside Schengen, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Georgia.

Medium

/05

Tighter enforcement trend

Georgia raised overstay fines and introduced an illegal-presence database in 2025, so authorized periods are enforced more strictly.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Poland to Georgia route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry for Polish ordinary passport holders (up to 360 days/year) against the Georgian MFA consular service, Gov.pl Poland-in-Georgia, and Wikipedia visa policy; added the mandatory travel insurance requirement effective 1 January 2026 per the U.S. Embassy in Georgia.

/09 — The questions