D1 — Work & Entrepreneurship Visa (Category D1)

The D1 Work & Entrepreneurship Visa is established under the Law of Georgia on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons and the Law on Labor Migration. It serves as a critical immigration tool designed to regulate labor migration by requiring foreign nationals to secure formal work authorization. This visa fills the gap between short-term visitor status and long-term residency, acting as a mandatory prerequisite for those seeking a Work Residence Permit to conduct professional, entrepreneurial, or labor-related activities within the country.

This visa is intended for foreign professionals, company representatives, consultants, and entrepreneurs who have secured employment or are establishing business operations in Georgia. It is distinct because it mandates that the employer register the foreign employee in the Ministry of Labor’s electronic database and demonstrate that the vacancy was appropriately announced. Ideal applicants are those with a signed employment contract or a clear business plan, as the visa ensures that their labor activities are fully compliant with Georgian labor and immigration laws.