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How can a foreigner register a business in Georgia?

An LLC or sole trader, and what registration requires.

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Short answer

A foreigner can register a company in Georgia, usually an LLC, or become an individual entrepreneur through a Public Service Hall or the National Agency of Public Registry, with registration taking from one working day. You need a passport, a Georgian legal address and articles of association for an LLC; foreign-language documents must be translated and certified. A residence permit is not required to register.

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Why

  1. Businesses are registered by the National Agency of Public Registry.
  2. The fee depends on speed: same-day registration costs more than standard.
  3. After registration, the company receives an identification number and is entered in the tax register.

Details

The simplest option for a freelancer is an individual entrepreneur with small business status. Opening a bank account can be a separate hurdle for foreigners, as banks check the source of funds and business background.

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This answer is for reference only and is not legal advice. Since March 2026, under the labour migration law, foreigners may in some cases need a work authorisation for employment or business activity in Georgia; check current rules on the labour migration portal.

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