Arrival checklist for Georgia
A step-by-step list from packing your documents to filing your residence permit – so nothing is missed in your first weeks in Georgia.
Before you fly
- Passport with your visa (if you need one)
- Original school certificate or diploma and transcripts
- Your university's enrollment and invitation letters
- Travel health insurance for your stay
- Proof of accommodation, at least for your first week
- Some money for your first days and a bank card
- Your arrival date and flight number sent to us and to your university
Your first week
Airport pickup
Our team picks you up at the airport and takes you to your new home.
SIM card and city
A local SIM card bought and activated, and a first-day tour of transport and shops.
University registration
Register at your university and start your classes.
Residence permit
Apply at the Public Service Hall at least 40 days before your visa ends – we go with you.
Good to know
D visa validity
D visas are issued for 90 days, so the residence permit has to follow within that time.
Visa-free students
Citizens of visa-exempt countries may stay up to one year and apply for a study residence permit in Georgia.
Quick answers
What documents should I carry when I fly to Georgia?
Your passport and visa, original diplomas and transcripts, the university letters, insurance and proof of accommodation.
When must I apply for the residence permit?
At least 40 days before your visa or permitted stay ends, at the Public Service Hall.
Can someone meet me at the airport?
Yes – airport pickup is part of our arrival support.
How long is a D3 visa valid?
D visas are issued for 90 days with multiple entries.
Sources
- Visa information – Embassy of Georgia to Jordan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia
- Information for international students: visa and residence permit – Ilia State University
- Admission terms published by each partner university's international office – Collected by our team in Tbilisi
Checked 5 November 2026. Rules and fees can change – we confirm them for your case before you apply.
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