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

Are you really considering to work and live abroad, temporarily or permanently? Below are some resources that might be useful for you around the web:

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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For foreigners who would like to live for good in a foreign land, applying for a residency permit is important. It will help you stay longer in the country without having to go out of the country ever so often. If a person gets a residency permit, they are a step closer in getting a citizenship. But, some people who get these permits abuse their benefits and sell it to others like in the case of Georgia.

This fact is what the latest regulation imposed in Georgia is trying to stop. On July 5, Georgia enacted the amendments for the Law on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons. The law, which was amended on May 30, requires foreigners to have real estate worth $100,000 to be eligible for residency.

What is included in the Law on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons Amendment?

Aside from having a real estate property, new requirements are also imposed on working foreigners. Foreigners must have a monthly income of no less than five times the subsistence minimum. The current minimum is $68. They must also be employed by a company with an annual turnover of $18,000 per working foreigner. The law will also require the company to report contract termination with any foreign citizen.

The new amendments also raised the minimum investment value for an investment residence permit (IRP) from $110,000 to $300,000. They also removed immediate permanent residency for those who avail the IRP. Instead, they will only grant a five-year residency permit.

The Revenue Service and the government will also check IRP holders yearly. They will determine if the foreigner’s permit should be renewed. It will be renewed if the applicant’s annual turnover is no less than $100,000 in one year and $120,000 in the next year. They will use their IRP if their real-estate acquisition is resold within five years.

The new residency permit guidelines are done to prevent foreigners to purchase ‘short-term’ residency permits through cheap real estate. Some foreigners would transfer their properties to another foreigner, creating a ‘carousel.’

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.

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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