How much investment is required for a residence permit in 2026?

Public information indicates the threshold increased (approximately $150,000 for a standard and $300,000 for a long-term permit), but the exact amount must be verified with an official source, as it depends on the application type and current legislation.

Why is an independent valuation required?

A residence permit depends on the property's real market value, determined by a licensed, independent valuer in line with IVS standards.

How long does the report take?

A valuation of standard residential property usually takes 3–7 business days.

2026 · Real estate · News

Residence Permit & Property Valuation in Georgia 2026: What Changed

Georgia’s rules for obtaining a residence permit through real-estate investment changed effective March 1, 2026. The change directly affects local and foreign investors planning to gain residency by purchasing property — because one of the decisive steps in the process is an official, independent valuation of the property’s value.

What changed

According to publicly available information, the minimum real-estate investment threshold that can support a residence-permit application has increased:

Standard (short-term) residence permit — $150,000;
Long-term / permanent residence permit — $300,000.

The exact amounts, currency, and calculation method depend on current legislation and the specific application type. Verify the figures below with an official source or a lawyer — this article is not legal advice.

Important: Granting a residence permit is the competence of the migration authorities. valuator.ge provides an independent valuation of a property’s market value — not the issuance of residence permits or legal representation. To confirm current thresholds and procedure, contact the Public Service Hall of Georgia or an immigration lawyer.

Why an independent valuation is required

For a residence permit, what matters is not the figure written in the purchase contract but the property’s actual market value. That is why a report from a licensed, independent valuer — prepared in line with International Valuation Standards (IVS) and free of conflicts of interest — is required.

A report prepared by an independent, REV/TEGoVA-certified valuer:

reflects the property’s objective, market-based value;
is accepted by government agencies and banks;
reduces the risk of rejection due to an incorrectly justified value.

How market value is determined

Market value is established mainly through the comparable-sales (market) approach, combined where appropriate with the income or cost methods. Factors considered include:

location, area, condition, and the property’s legal status;
recent transactions for comparable objects in the same zone;
current market trends and liquidity.

Documents required

proof of ownership (extract from the Public Registry);
plan (if available);
photos of the object and its address for the site inspection.

Turnaround

A valuation report for standard residential property is usually ready within 3–7 business days, depending on the property type and complexity.

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