How to Obtain a Residence Permit (RP) in Georgia Through Real Estate Purchase (995)

A complete Unehasim guide for investors and relocants

Georgia is one of the few countries where you can obtain a residence permit (RP) through purchasing real estate.
The process is simple, fast, and accessible, with some of the most flexible requirements in the region.

This Unehasim guide explains what type of property you need to buy, how much to invest, how the process works, and what mistakes investors should avoid.

1. Types of Residence Permits Available Through Real Estate

Georgia offers two main options:

1) Investor Residence Permit

Issued when purchasing real estate worth $300,000 or more.

2) Property Owner Residence Permit

Issued when purchasing real estate worth $100,000 or more.

Both options allow you to live in Georgia and renew your RP.

2. Requirements for the Property

To qualify for an RP, the property must:

• be registered in the Public Registry
  • have a market value confirmed by an official appraisal
  • be residential, commercial, or land
  • be registered in the applicant’s name

Important: the value is determined by the official appraisal, not the purchase contract.

3. Required Investment Amount

For the Property Owner RP:

minimum $100,000 (according to appraisal).

For the Investor RP:

minimum $300,000 (according to appraisal).

If the appraisal value is below the threshold, the RP will not be issued.

4. Required Documents

• passport
  • ownership certificate
  • appraisal report
  • application form
  • payment receipt for the state fee

State fee:

• standard — $60
  • expedited — $120

5. Step‑by‑Step Process of Obtaining an RP

1. Purchase the property
2. Register it in the Public Registry
3. Order an official appraisal
4. Submit the application at the House of Justice
5. Wait for processing (3–10 days)
6. Receive the residence permit

The entire process takes 1–2 weeks.

6. Validity Period of the Residence Permit

• Property Owner RP — 1 year, renewable
  • Investor RP — 5 years, after which you may apply for permanent residency

7. What Rights the RP Provides

• legal residence in Georgia
  • opening bank accounts
  • registering as an individual entrepreneur
  • purchasing a car
  • renting or buying additional property
  • visa‑free stay

Note: the RP does not automatically grant the right to work as an employee.

8. Main Risks and Common Mistakes

1. Buying a property that fails the appraisal
   The contract price does not matter — only the appraisal.
2. Buying in a construction project without an occupancy act
   Without registration, RP cannot be issued.
3. Buying from an unreliable developer
   Risk of delays and document issues.
4. Incorrect application submission
   Mistakes may lead to rejection.
5. Buying several small properties instead of one
   For the $100k RP, the amount must be in one property.

9. How to Increase Approval Chances

Unehasim recommends:

• choosing properties with strong appraisal potential
  • checking all documents in advance
  • using a certified appraiser
  • submitting documents via expedited service
  • registering the property in the name of the future RP holder

10. Conclusion: Real Estate RP Is the Easiest Legalization Path in Georgia

Advantages:

• fast process
  • minimal bureaucracy
  • accessible investment threshold
  • renewable status
  • pathway to permanent residency

Georgia remains one of the most open and investor‑friendly countries in the region.

Unehasim Recommendations

• choose liquid properties
  • verify the developer
  • focus on appraisal value
  • avoid unregistered properties
  • consult before submitting documents

Professional Support from Unehasim

We help investors:

• select qualifying properties
  • verify documents
  • arrange the appraisal
  • prepare the application
  • obtain the RP without mistakes

With us, the process becomes fast, safe, and transparent.