Get Your Georgia Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Individuals born in Georgia to at least one Georgian parent automatically receive citizenship.
- By Descent : Persons born abroad to at least one Georgian citizen can acquire citizenship by descent, subject to registration.
- By Marriage : Foreign spouses of Georgian citizens may apply for permanent residency, and later for citizenship after 5 years.
- By Naturalization: Foreigners may apply for citizenship after 10 years of legal residence, basic Georgian language skills, and knowledge of Georgian history and law.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Possible by Presidential Grant: While Georgia generally does not allow dual citizenship, individuals may apply to retain or acquire Georgian citizenship while keeping another nationality through a special presidential decree, typically based on national interest or heritage.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your eligibility path: descent, marriage, or naturalization.
- Apply through the Public Service Hall in Georgia or at a Georgian embassy.
- Submit required documents and pass a background check and integration assessment.
- Request presidential approval for dual citizenship if needed.
- Receive your citizenship certificate and register with the Civil Registry.
Benefits of Georgian Citizenship
- Live and work freely in Georgia
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 100+ countries
- Right to own property and participate in elections
- Path to dual citizenship if approved by the president
Frequently asked questions.
Does Georgia allow dual citizenship?
Not by default. However, individuals may request dual citizenship through a presidential decree. This is granted on a case-by-case basis for reasons such as national interest, heritage, or public service.
Can I become a Georgian citizen through my parent or grandparent?
Yes. If at least one parent is a Georgian citizen, you may apply for citizenship by descent. This process typically requires registration and proof of lineage.
Can I become a citizen through marriage?
Yes, but not automatically. You must be married to a Georgian citizen and reside in Georgia for at least 5 years before applying for citizenship.
Do I have to give up my other nationality?
Yes, unless you receive a presidential exemption. Naturalized citizens must usually renounce other citizenships unless dual citizenship is granted by decree.
How long do I have to live in Georgia to apply for citizenship?
Generally, 10 years of continuous legal residence is required, plus knowledge of Georgian language, history, and law. Spouses may apply after 5 years.
Do Georgian citizens have to pay taxes abroad?
Georgia taxes residents on worldwide income. If you’re a citizen living abroad, you’re typically taxed only on Georgian-source income unless you maintain tax residency in Georgia. Tax treaties help avoid double taxation.