Georgia will soon require all international visitors to carry valid health and accident insurance in order to enter the country, based on amendments passed to the nation’s tourism laws. The requirement takes effect on January 1, 2026, the government has confirmed.
Under the new regulation, travelers must present a policy valid for the entire duration of their stay — coverage must include at least GEL 5,000 for emergency outpatient care and GEL 30,000 for hospitalization or inpatient treatment.
Border officials will check insurance documentation at entry points, and those unable to show a valid policy may be denied entry.
The change reflects the Georgian government’s effort to improve visitor safety and reduce the risk of uninsured medical emergencies — a concern cited previously in relation to uninsured foreign visitors requiring urgent care.
As of now, there is no public announcement that travelers without insurance will face a fixed fine for arriving without it, although some media have reported such possibilities. Official guidelines emphasize denial of entry rather than fines.
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