Families · August 2026
The new Tbilisi Zoo area
Hours, location, unfinished facilities, heat planning and the return-taxi detail families should know.
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New in Tbilisi · August 2026
NOW OPENA new Caucasian Fauna area has opened at Tbilisi Zoo.
The Tbilisi Sea site is welcoming visitors daily from 11:00–19:00 while construction continues. Use the marked route, expect limited facilities and arrange your return taxi before leaving.
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New in Tbilisi, worth knowing.
Explore the new Zoo area, see inside Georgia’s first Starbucks and learn the Georgian alphabet with practical words for daily life.
Coffee & city life · Photo update
Inside Georgia’s first Starbucks
The opening story now includes four photographs from the Axis Towers coffeehouse.
Open the story and gallery →First-month Georgian
The alphabet and more everyday words
See all 33 Mkhedruli letters, practical transliteration and words you will notice around Tbilisi.
Learn the useful basics →Tbilisi, decoded
What brings you
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Choose the question in front of you. Each path leads directly to useful guidance and accountable local support.
01 · MOVING & SETTLING
I’m building a life in Tbilisi
Housing, neighbourhoods, healthcare, personal banking, connectivity and first-month essentials.
Start here →02 · STARTING A BUSINESSI want to work or operate in Georgia
IE, LLC, virtual office, business banking, accounting, tax and right-to-work support.
Explore business services →03 · PLANNING RESIDENCEI need the right legal route
Compare work, family, real-estate, study, IT, investment and permanent residence.
Find your residence route →04 · ALREADY HEREI need a human answer
Speak with our Tbilisi team by WhatsApp, email, live chat or an arranged appointment.
Ask a local specialist →What’s on · checked 26 August
This week in Tbilisi: football, basketball and Mariamoba.
A short edit of current events. The complete rolling calendar includes prices, language notes, age limits, out-of-town logistics and direct verification links.
Open the full late-summer calendar →Ian Muñoz Quartet
Four final nights of the quartet’s August residency at TATUZA Jazz Club.
Language-independent · indoor · TbilisiDates and tickets ↗Iberia Tbilisi vs Jagiellonia
Europa League play-off second leg at Mikheil Meskhi Stadium.
Language-independent · outdoor · recheck local kick-off timeOfficial UEFA match page ↗Georgia vs Montenegro
World Cup qualifier at Tbilisi Sports Palace; recheck the local start time before travelling.
Language-independent · indoor · TbilisiOfficial FIBA game page ↗FRIDAY 28 AUGUST · MARIAMOBA
This is a statutory public holiday. Finish government and bank errands early, and verify holiday hours for clinics, couriers and shops. Georgia Labour Code ↗
RUSTAVELI TRANSPORT NOTE
Traffic remains closed from Tamar Chovelidze Street to Freedom Square during the four-month rehabilitation. Many bus and minibus routes divert via Heroes’ Square and the Mtkvari embankment; use Rustaveli or Liberty Square metro for the central section and allow extra time. Official TTC routes ↗
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Completed expat guides
01Housing
Housing
Rent an apartment with better checks
Ownership, contracts, deposits, utilities and a clean handover.Read guide →02Health
Health
Navigate healthcare in Tbilisi
Emergency 112, clinics, insurance, pharmacies and medical records.Read guide →03Family
Family
Settle in Tbilisi with children
Schools, housing, healthcare, transport and a workable family routine.Read guide →04Tax
Tax
Understand Georgia’s 1% regime
Eligibility, thresholds, VAT and the monthly compliance reality.Read guide →05Residence
Residence
Compare Georgia residence routes
Work, family, real estate, study, IT and investment pathways.Read guide →06Documents
Documents
Prepare a residence file
Identity, lawful stay, route evidence, translation and authentication.Read guide →Local expertise
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Individual Entrepreneur & 1% Status
Georgia IE registration and Small Business Status support with a transparent local package.
LLC Registration in Georgia
Company formation for foreign founders, including documents and local coordination.
Virtual Office in Tbilisi or Batumi
Legal and mailing addresses with optional Georgian telephone assistance.
English-Speaking Accounting
Monthly bookkeeping, declarations, VAT and payroll support for IE and LLC clients.
Georgia Labour Permit / Right to Work
2026 screening and applications for employees, active directors and self-employed foreigners.
Georgia Residence Permits
Route selection for work, family, property, study, IT, investment and permanent residence.
Real-Estate Residence
Application support for qualifying non-agricultural property above the statutory value threshold.
Tax Residency in Georgia
The 183-day test, treaty overlap, certificates and the high-net-worth alternative.
Why use Tbilisi Expats
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Regulated pages link to current Georgian authorities and legislation.
Professional fees, authority fees and variable costs are separated.
Eligibility is screened and final decisions remain with banks and authorities.
TBILISI EXPAT LLC · ID 405617603
Besiki Business Center, Besiki 4, 0108 Tbilisi, Georgia
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Join the community →Tbilisi expat FAQ · 2026
Real questions.
Careful answers.
Short orientation answers with deeper internal guides where the details matter.
Is Tbilisi a good place for expats in 2026?+
Tbilisi offers an established international population, varied neighbourhoods, strong food and café culture, private healthcare and relatively simple access to many everyday services. The right fit still depends on budget, traffic tolerance, language expectations and long-term visa or residence plans.
What should I arrange before moving to Tbilisi?+
Check entry rules for your citizenship, keep health insurance and essential records, plan temporary accommodation, and avoid signing a long lease before testing the neighbourhood and commute. Our Living and Start Here sections organize the next decisions.
How do foreigners rent an apartment in Tbilisi?+
Search listings and agents, but verify the owner and property, use a clear written contract, document the apartment condition, identify every utility account and define deposit-return rules before payment.
How does healthcare work for expats in Tbilisi?+
Many international residents use private clinics and either pay directly or claim through insurance. Choose a routine clinic in advance, understand insurer pre-authorization rules, keep itemized records, and call 112 for a serious emergency.
Can a foreigner register a business in Georgia?+
Foreign citizens can generally establish an Individual Entrepreneur or LLC. Registration does not by itself settle tax status, banking, permission to work or residence; those questions require separate analysis.
How does Georgia’s 1% tax work for freelancers?+
The 1% rate is associated with qualifying Individual Entrepreneurs who obtain Small Business Status and earn income within the regime. Activity exclusions, source rules, the GEL 500,000 threshold, VAT and monthly filing must be checked separately.
Do foreigners need a labour permit in Georgia in 2026?+
Since 1 March 2026, many foreign employees and self-employed people performing activity in Georgia need a separate right-to-work authorization unless a specific exemption applies. Company or IE registration alone is not the authorization.
Which Georgian residence permit can I apply for?+
Common routes include work, family reunification, qualifying real estate, study, IT and investment. Permanent and other special routes also exist. Citizenship, lawful stay, evidence and timing determine the correct basis.
Can property ownership provide Georgian residence?+
A short-term residence route may apply to qualifying non-agricultural property with certified market value exceeding USD 150,000 equivalent in GEL. Purchase price alone does not establish the statutory value, and approval is not automatic.
How can I contact Tbilisi Expats?+
Message +995 555 600 077 on WhatsApp, email hello@tbilisiexpats.com, use live chat, or arrange an appointment at Besiki Business Center, Besiki 4, 0108 Tbilisi. Services are provided by TBILISI EXPAT LLC, ID 405617603.
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