Considering moving to Tbilisi? Check the data for the for the average and minimum salary in Tblisi, Georgia.

Tbilisi, Georgia. Photo by Emil Stefanov

Tbilisi is the capital of Georgia with 1.5 million inhabitants populating around 8 sq miles of land. Tbilisi’s mountainous location is very attractive for tourists. The city is close to the Black sea and gets a number of transiting tourists who are heading to the coastal towns such as Batumi.

Minimum Salary in Tbilisi, Georgia

As of January 2023 there is no official minimum salary in the country of Georgia. In Tbilisi minimum monthly wage tends to be somewhere around at $200 per month. If you’re thinking of traveling or relocating to Tbilisi for work, it is best to find jobs, which pay in strong currencies such as USD or Euro.

Tbilisi is the best of both worlds for expats. It is very modern and cosmopolitan whilst surrounded by beautiful nature and mountains.

Average Salary in Tbilisi, Georgia

As of 2022 the average salary in Georgia 1250 GEL or approximately reached $450 per month. Average monthly salary for women is at 950 GEL per month according to Georgian Statistics Office. It is not surprising that the salaries are much higher in the capital with Tbilisi generating almost 50% of GDP. A number of foreign multinationals have branches in Tbilisi, including Ernst & Young.

Renting a one-bedroom apartment in the capital will set you back around $220 per month with monthly bills and travel costs at $80 per month.

Tbilisi and Georgia Economic Outlook

With unemployment rate at an all time low, only at 12%, the country is surely stabilizing itself in economic terms. Many high tech Silicon Valley firms are having talks of setting up offices and start-up bootcamps. This will not only increase employment but will also generate strong currency and foreign business flocking to the country.

Georgia also has high interest rates. This attract a number of foreign investors to invest in local banks and boost the finance industry.

Finally, Georgia has a very flexible visa policy and low taxes. For that reason, many expatriates are moving to the country.

Interesting Resources for Working and Living Abroad

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World Nomads: this company provides travel insurance in most countries around the world, and it might be a good option if you going for a long travel.

Jetradar: compare and find the cheapest air fares worldwide.

Booking.com: Booking.com is the best choice for finding accommodation for your next trip, with a wide variety of choices for all types of travelers.

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Train Travel Guide: in our railway travel guide, you will learn how to choose and ride the most scenic train routes around the world, always in the most comfortable way with optimal prices to enhance your travel experience.

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Georgia is currently having problems with its tourism sector after it was announced that Russian airlines will no longer fly to the country. However, it seems other airlines spot a new opportunity with this announcement.

On June 25, Hungarian low-cost airline Wizz Air announced that they are adding 12 new routes from its hub at Kutaisi, Georgia. Kutaisi airport was reopened in 2012 after it was reconstructed. Thanks to the low cost at Kutaisi, Wizz Air had based its operations there and since then, have expanded their operations and introduced new routes.

Seven routes (Baden-Baden, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Naples, Pisa, Poznan and Venice) will be launched at the end of the year, while the others will begin in 2020.

The routes are as follows:

– Nuremberg, Germany,
– Frankfurt (Frankfurt Hahn Airport), Germany
– Baden-Baden, Germany
– Hamburg, Germany
– Turku, Finland
– Venice, Italy
– Pisa, Italy
– Naples, Italy
– Poznan, Italy
– Heraklion, Greece
– Stockholm, Sweden

According to Georgian economic minister Natela Turnava, the new routes will bring more European tourists to Georgia. Kutaisi is near some of Georgia’s resorts and is quite rich in travel spots. It is also the first time there will be direct flights to Scandinavian countries like Sweden and Finland.

Before this announcement, Wizz Air announced seven more routes which will be launched later this year.

How to Travel to Georgia?

Traveling to Georgia from Europe is very easy if you are flying from any European country. Several low-cost carriers have flights out to and from Tblisi and Kutaisi. Asian and American travelers can take connecting flights from Dubai, Seoul, Beijing, Riyadh, Tel Aviv and Doha to get to Georgia. Russian travelers will have to take connecting flights to get to Georgia due to the temporary suspension of direct flights by Russian airline carriers.

If you are planning to visit Georgia very soon, there are a lot of places for you to visit. The former Soviet nation has a lot of historical landmarks, which have been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is also has untouched natural landscapes which will take your breath away and make perfect Instagram shots.

To get you started, you can check out the Georgian National Tourism Organization and the VisitGeorgia websites. You can also check out our guide on where to stay in Tbilisi and how much is the average salary if you plan to live in the country.

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