Everything You Need to Know About Georgia Business Visa

Georgia Business visa is a short-stay visa for applicants visiting the country to hold business meetings and negotiations.  The visa is given for 30-90 days within 180 days. The visa permits multiple entries as well. Indian nationals who want to apply for a business visa should know the eligibility requirements, documentation, application process, fees, and other details. Therefore, this blog covers everything you need to know about the Georgia business visa.

What is the Georgia Business Visa?

Georgia Business visa is a short-stay visa. This visa allows you to stay in the country for 30 days. The maximum period of stay is 90 days within 180 days. If you have previously visited the country only one time and have sufficient grounds for obtaining this visa, you can get a multiple-entry business visa for up to 5 years. A Georgia business visa can be given for the following reasons:

• To engage in business meetings and negotiations
• To attend conferences, and other  business events 

Note: the short-stay visa is given for other purposes as well. For example, tourism or to visit friends and family in Georgia 

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Georgia Business Visa Eligibility Criteria 

To apply for a business visa you must meet its eligibility requirements. The following are the eligibility criteria to apply for a business visa:

• Must have proof of your purpose of visit or business ownership
• Those who have been invited for a business meeting need to present an invitation letter for the same 
• Additionally, you are required to be in good health. For this reason, you need to take a medical test before travelling to Georgia 
• You also need to be of good character and provide proof of the same 
• Additionally, you need to have sufficient funds to cover your expenses for the duration of stay. You also need to provide bank statements or any other equivalent document as proof of funds 
• Any other documents requested by the embassy/consulate also need to be submitted 

Documentation Requirements to Obtain a Georgia Business Visa 

As an ordinary visa applicant, you need to provide certain documents. These documents verify your profile for the business visa 

• Fill in the visa application form and sign the same
• Additionally, you must have a travel document/passport issued within the last 10 years. Moreover, this travel document must be valid for at least 3 months.  
• Submit proof of visa fee payment (USD 20)
• Additionally, you also need to submit your accommodation proof. This can be in the form of a rental agreement, hotel reservation, etc.
• You also need proof of finances to travel and stay in Georgia
•  Proof that you have obtained travel insurance for the duration of your stay
• You also need to confirm your purpose of stay, For example, submit a notarized letter of invitation and consent of a legal representative (for a person less than 18 years). 
• Any other additional documentation as applicable. 

Photograph Specifications

One of the main requirements of a Georgian visa is to submit a photograph. The specifications are:

• You need to take a colour photograph
• It must be 472 x 610 pixels in dimension. 
• When you scan the photograph its size should be-  4 x 5.16 cm in size 
• The scanning of the photograph must be at 300 DPI resolutions

Application Process for a Georgia Business Visa 

The application process for a Georgia business visa is as follows. Note; for a business visa you can apply on the e-visa portal or by visiting the official website of the Georgia embassy or consular office. The application process for the e-visa application is provided below:

• Visit the Georgia e-visa portal
• Click on Apply Now, and enter your details. For example, the country of your citizenship, purpose of visit, etc. 
• You can only apply for an e-visa if you have already obtained a travel insurance 
• Enter your details, and go to the next page. At this stage, you can enter your travel details and upload documents like photographs.
• Lastly, you need to pay the consular fees. Moreover, you need to pay additional fees to the service provider (USD 15).
• After that, your e-visa application will be processed.

Get to know the Georgia e-visa application process in the video below:

Georgia Business Visa Fees 

The fees for the Georgia Business visa are as follows:

Visa	Visa Fees
Georgia Business Visa (consular services)	USD20.
Georgia Business visa (additional fees for e-visa application)	USD 15

Georgia Business Visa Processing Time

The processing time is the time taken to arrive at a decision. The Georgia business visa processing time is as follows:

Particulars	Processing Time
Georgia Business Visa (processing time by the embassy)	Minimum 10 working days
Georgia business visa (e-visa)	5 working days

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Checking the Status of a Georgia Business Visa 

You can check the status of a Georgia business visa by following the steps below:

• Visit the official website of the Visa Application Centre you have applied, or
• Visit the e-visa portal for the Georgia business visa 

What happens if Your Georgia Business Visa Application is Rejected?

Submitting your business visa application does not mean that you will get the visa. In case of visa refusal, you can follow the steps below:

• Reapplication; you can reapply for a Georgia business visa. However, before reapplying ensure that you have identified the reason for the visa rejection, and correct the mistake 
• Visa appeal: Another option is to appeal the decision. You can do this if you feel that the visa decision has been unfair. You can submit an appeal within 10 days of visa rejection. For the visa appeal, you need to apply with the relevant documents (translated to Georgian). You can file an appeal if you are of full legal age, or a legal representative of a minor, or a representative of the visa applicant.

Is it Difficult to Get a Georgia visa?

 The Georgia E-visa is one of the easiest ways to visit the country for business purposes. However, the visa rejection rate for Indians stands at  72%. Therefore, to obtain the visa you need to ensure that you meet all the eligibility requirements, and submit accurate and relevant documents. Moreover, you intention to visit the county must not be to settle. You need to provide proof of the same,

Things to Keep in Mind When You Get a Georgia Business Visa 

You need to keep certain things in mind after obtaining the business visa. These are as follows:

• Take note of the visa expiration date and the number of entries that are allowed on the visa 
• Ensure that you have copies of your important documents such as your passport while you are in Georgia 
• Get valid travel health insurance from a certified company 
• While you are at the border get your documents verified by the officers
• For assistance, consult the authorities at the airport, and ensure that you follow all the rules
• After entering the country do not take up employment in the country. You are only permitted to take up voluntary work.
• You are allowed to be a tourist. However, you cannot reside in the country
• Ensure that you do not overstay your visa. If you require a visa extension, apply for it on time.

Countries with Visa-Free Entry Permission to Georgia 

Nationals of certain countries can enter Georgia without a visa. Some of these countries are provided below:

EU States	Botswana	Israel	Azerbaijan
Iceland	Australia	Honduras	Norway
Armenia	Bosnia and Herzegovina	Singapore	Brazil
Canada	Montenegro	Albania	Thailand
Qatar	Tajikistan	Oman	Andorra
Brunei	Columbia	Moldova	Panama
Uzbekistan	Antigua and Barbuda	Costa Rica	Japan
Ukraine (3 years)	Russia	Denmark Territories	Argentina
United States of America	United Arab Emirates	Malaysia	Republic of Korea
New Zealand	French Republic Territories)	Switzerland	Uruguay (90 days)
British Overseas Territories	Netherlands Territories	Kuwait	Lebanon

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