Until what time, and from what age, is alcohol sold in Georgia?
The age limit and sales hours.
Short answer
Alcohol in Georgia is sold to people aged 18 and over; selling to minors is prohibited, and shops may ask for ID. There's no nationwide ban on selling alcohol at night: 24-hour shops sell it at any time. Selling alcohol from street stalls is banned.
Why
- Local authorities sometimes impose temporary restrictions, for example during big events.
- Being heavily drunk in public is prohibited and fined.
- Never drive after drinking; Georgia has strict penalties.
Details
Carry your passport or a photo of it, as shops and bars may check your age. Taking alcohol across the border is limited, so check the allowances before you travel.
Tip
Carry your passport or a photo of it, as shops may ask you to prove your age.
Common misconception
You can drink alcohol anywhere on the street in Georgia.
What actually happens
Being heavily drunk in public is prohibited and fined.
People also ask
- What is the drinking age in Georgia?
Sources
- Legislative Herald of GeorgiaChecked at:
Rules checked on October 4, 2026. Local authorities may impose temporary restrictions.
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What can and can't you take out of Georgia?
You can take personal belongings, souvenirs, wine, chacha and food for your own use out of Georgia; Georgian customs mainly restricts items of cultural heritage and large amounts of cash.
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What is forbidden for tourists in Georgia, and what gets you fined?
The fines tourists most often face in Georgia are for smoking indoors, overstaying the visa-free period and traffic violations.
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What can get you deported from Georgia?
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There are no coffee shops in Georgia: selling marijuana is illegal.