Real Estate for Foreigners in Georgia — Complete 2026 Guide

Georgia is one of the most open markets for foreigners — free ownership of apartments and buildings is available to citizens of any country, without residency or permanent domicile. This guide explains how the transaction works in practice.

Can a foreigner buy an apartment in Georgia?

Yes. Apartments and office spaces are directly available to any foreigner as property. The restriction applies only to agricultural-designation land — under a constitutional moratorium in force since 2017. Non-agricultural land is free to buy.

Taxes and costs

There is no transfer tax. The Public Registry charges ₾150 (4 working days), ₾270 (1 day) or ₾350 (same day). A notary is optional. Agent commission is usually 1–3% and paid by the seller. Fees and steps: sivrce.ge/justice.

The registry and ownership registration

The Public Registry (napr.gov.ge) records ownership within 1-4 business days. You receive an extract confirming your ownership — the foundational document in Georgia's legal system.

Payment and currency

The transaction can be made in lari, dollars or euros. Prices on sivrce are given in dollars — this makes comparison easier for foreign buyers. Payment is made by bank transfer, through an agent's escrow account, or in cash (for non-residents, cash payment is often limited to 10,000 dollars).

Tips for a safe purchase

Always verify the seller's identity and the ownership extract in the registry. sivrce's verification does this automatically — the owner's identity, the authenticity of the photos, and a market comparison of the price, all done by AI.