Work Residence Permit (Temporary)
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Work Residence Permit (Temporary)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

5-10 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

6 to 12 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Temporary residence permit issued after D1 work visa approval. Valid for work period with employment contract. Renewable for up to 12 years total, can transition to permanent residency.

Work residence permits are issued to foreign nationals working in Georgia under employment contracts. After entering with a D1 work visa, applicants must register a temporary residence permit within one month. These permits can be renewed annually as long as employment continues.

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Requirements

Personal

Criminal Record Policy

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Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid D1 visa

Approved work visa

Passport

Valid travel document

Employment contract

Current valid employment contract

Proof of accommodation

Current residence address in Georgia

Sponsor Documents

Employer confirmation

Current employment status confirmation

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Advantages

  • Direct path from work visa
  • Renewable annually
  • Family members can be included
  • Gateway to permanent residency
  • Work permit integrated

Considerations

  • Tied to employment
  • Annual renewal required
  • Requires continuous employment
  • Limited to 12 years total

Application Process

1

Enter Georgia

Arrive with approved D1 work visa

2

Register residence

Visit Public Service Hall or Ministry of Internal Affairs within 1 month

3

Submit residence permit application

Provide employment contract and supporting documents

4

Obtain residence permit

Receive residence card valid for employment period

5

Renew annually

Renew each year as long as employment continues

Application Forms

Residence Permit Application Form

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