Georgia is a great value for money destination located in the Caucasus region in Eastern Europe on the border with Asia. Georgia is located on the beautiful the Black Sea and it is an up and coming destination for travel and to work. Find out everything you need to know about moving to Georgia, from visa to jobs.
Best Places to Get Employment
The capital Tbilisi is where most foreigners are drawn to, this is where most local and international companies are based. Other towns and cities where jobs are available include Batumi, Kutaisi, Rustavi, Sukhumi, Gori, P’ot’i, Zugdidi, Ts’khinvali, Samtredia, Khashuri and Senaki.
Main Industries
Steel, machine tools, electrical appliances, mining (manganese, copper, gold), chemicals, wood products and wine.
Tips for Getting Hired as a Foreigner
Most foreigners find work in travel and tourism industries, or working remotely. For seasonal type work a knowledge of basic Georgian is recommended and this will really boost your chances of getting hired.
Visa and Requirements
In order to get a work permit to legally live in Georgia you will need a job offer, a valid passport and complete a visa application, and pay a visa fee.
Currency
Georgian Lari
Language
Georgian
Salaries and Cost of Living
Salaries are low compared to Western Europe but the cost of living is very affordable. Tbilisi has the highest prices in terms of rent and entertainment.
Safety
In recent years there has been a lot of political instability so check latest news before arriving.