Where can you buy car insurance in Georgia?
Mandatory cover for foreign cars, rentals and policies.
Short answer
If you enter Georgia in a foreign-registered car, you need mandatory third-party liability insurance, bought at the border or online before entry for the length of your trip. Rental cars usually include basic insurance, with extended cover available for a fee. Owners of Georgian-registered cars buy policies from insurance companies; check which are mandatory before you travel.
Why
- Mandatory insurance for foreign cars was introduced in 2018.
- Without a policy, a foreign car may be refused entry or fined.
- Comprehensive cover against theft and damage is optional.
Details
Keep your policy on your phone and printed. In an accident, call the patrol police on 112 and don't leave before the paperwork is done.
Tip
Buy the policy online before the trip to save time at the border, and keep it on your phone.
What may differ
The policy cost depends on the length of stay and vehicle type, and rental cars are insured by the company.
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Sources
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
Insurance in Georgia for touristsRelated questions
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How much does car rental cost in Georgia, and what do you need?
Car rental prices in Georgia depend heavily on season, car class and duration: summer and holidays cost more, while off-season and week-plus rentals make the daily rate much cheaper.
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How far over the speed limit can you go in Georgia, and what are the fines?
In Georgia you are fined for exceeding the limit by more than 15 km/h: under amendments passed by parliament in June 2026, 15-30 km/h over costs 50 GEL, 30-50 km/h over 100 GEL, and more than 50 km/h over 300 GEL.
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How much does it cost to clear a car from Georgia through Russian customs?
Clearing a car from Georgia through Russian customs as a private individual involves a single customs duty based on the car's age and engine size, a recycling fee and a processing fee.
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Can you buy a car in Georgia and drive it in Russia on Georgian plates?
A foreigner can buy a car in Georgia and register it in their name at the Service Agency, receiving Georgian plates.


