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How can you send money from Russia to Georgia in 2026?

What still works after Zolotaya Korona stopped.

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Short answer

Since 24 July 2026 Zolotaya Korona no longer sends transfers to Georgia, so money now goes by bank transfer to an IBAN from Russian banks that still serve this route, or through separate payment services. The recipient needs an account with a Georgian bank, which may ask for documents on the source of funds. For a trip, cash is still the most reliable option.

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Why

  1. Zolotaya Korona stopped transfers after the EU's 21st sanctions package targeted its operator.
  2. Whether a transfer is possible depends on your Russian bank: check the international transfers section of its app.
  3. Georgian banks vet incoming transfers from Russia differently, and some accept them more readily than others.

Details

Cash must be declared on entry to Georgia if it exceeds the equivalent of 30,000 GEL. Avoid unknown intermediaries in messenger apps: it is easy to lose money through them.

Tip

Before sending, check with the recipient's Georgian bank that it will accept funds from your bank, and keep documents on the source of funds.

What may differ

Whether a transfer works depends on whether your Russian bank is under sanctions and on the specific Georgian bank's rules.

Common misconception

Money transfers from Russia to Georgia are completely banned.

What actually happens

There's no ban, but many transfer services have stopped working, so the options are far fewer.

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Sources

The situation with transfers and banks was checked on October 3, 2026 and changes quickly. Check terms with your bank before sending.

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