Georgia to Launch New Work Permit System from March 1. Check Your Eligibility!

Highlights: Georgia to Introduce New Work Permit System from March 1

• Georgia will launch a new work permit for foreign workers effective on March 1, 2026.
• The newly introduced permit will replace the current system.
• Employers must advertise the vacancy for recruitment before applying for a new work permit.
• Foreign workers in Georgia can obtain a work permit under the new transitional arrangement by January 1, 2027  
• The country introduces a new work permit to increase labour market compliance.
• Investment residence permit holders and permanent residence holders in Georgia are exempted from the new work permit requirement.
   

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Revised Work Permit Policy in Georgia for Foreign Workers

Georgia has revised its current work authorisation process to encourage workforce compliance. Under the updated policies, the country will introduce a new work permit effective from March 1, 2026. Foreign employees and self-employed workers interested in working in Georgia have to apply for this new permit.

Revised Policies for Georgian Employers

Employers need to advertise job postings before seeking foreign nationals for work permits, while foreign nationals currently employed in Georgia have until January 1, 2027, to apply for the new work permit.

The reform reflects streamlining the employment system for foreign nationals to work in Georgia. Employers must create job vacancies on Georgian government portals for up to 10 business days before applying for a permit to invite foreign nationals. Applications for the new work permit will take around 30 days for approval.
 

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Major points to be considered while applying for Georgia’s New Work Permit System

A newly updated work permit system for foreign workers will take effect in Georgia on March 1, 2026, replacing the current informal work authorisation policies.

Professionals interested in working in Georgia should consider the following updates before migrating:

• From March 1, 2026, candidates seeking a work permit in Georgia must submit the application form in accordance with the new policies.
• Employers who wish to hire foreign nationals must post the job on job portals for at least 10 days before applying for the permit.
• Georgian employers have to submit a work permit application on behalf of employees after job confirmation.
• Existing foreign workers in Georgia have until January 1, 2026, to apply for the new work permit system.
   

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