Official Import Rules
Georgia has relatively relaxed pet import rules. Requirements: ISO microchip, current rabies vaccination (at least 21 days old), and a government-endorsed veterinary health certificate.
No titer test required. No import permit needed for personal pet cats.
NFA (National Food Agency) inspects animals on arrival at Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT) airports. Georgia is one of the easier destinations in the Caucasus region.
Medical Roadmap
Microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
Rabies vaccination (at least 21 days, not more than 1 year before travel)
Health certificate within 5 days of travel
No import permit required
No government endorsement required
Arrive at Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT) — present documents at customs
Preparation Checklist
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Cost Breakdown
Quarantine Information
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City & Housing Tips
Tbilisi is the main destination and a booming digital nomad hub. Batumi on the Black Sea coast is also popular. Georgia has incredibly affordable living costs and a warm, welcoming culture. Many apartments welcome cats. Street cats are common and well-tolerated.
Vets & Common Parasites
Adequate vet care in Tbilisi at very affordable prices. Several clinics cater to the growing expat community. Outside Tbilisi, vet care is very basic. Rabies is present — keep vaccinations current.
Find Vets in GeorgiaExit Rules — Leaving Georgia
Exit requires a health certificate from an NFA-approved vet. Processing usually same-day or next-day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Visa-free for 1 year for most nationalities, extremely affordable living costs, fast internet, vibrant cafe culture, and a welcoming attitude to foreigners.
One of the easiest countries in the world. No import permit, no titer test, no quarantine, no government endorsement needed. Just a microchip, rabies vaccine, and health certificate.
Excellent. Affordable vet care, cheap and readily available cat food and supplies, and most Tbilisi apartments welcome cats. The city has a warm cat culture.
Community Tips
Start the paperwork at least 4–6 months before your travel date. Airline pet policies change frequently — always confirm directly with your carrier close to departure.
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Researched by cat lovers with real international relocation experience. Checked against official government sources and updated regularly. Found an error? Let us know.