What Documents Are Required to Apply for a Permanent Residence Permit?

For issuing a permanent residence permit to the spouse of a Georgian citizen, a minor child, or the parent of a minor Georgian citizen, the following documents are required:

• the foreigner’s original travel document (passport).

• original document of proving legal residence in Georgia.

• A document proving family ties with a Georgian citizen.

• A document proving the legal income of the foreigner and/or their Georgian citizen relative or a relative with a residence permit in Georgia.

• If the Georgian citizen is of retirement age or receiving social assistance, a document confirming the receipt of a state pension or social assistance is required.

• Additionally, funds deposited in the foreigner’s personal bank account may also be considered as income.

• A passport-sized photo (3x4 cm).

All documents must be submitted with a Georgian translation.

Some documents require certification with an apostille or legalization.