How to Register a Company in Georgia Remotely (2026 Guide)

Georgia is one of the few countries where foreigners can register a business entity without ever setting foot on Georgian soil. The process uses a notarized power of attorney, allowing a Georgian representative to complete all formalities at the Revenue Service and Public Service Hall on your behalf.

This guide walks through every step, including the documents you need, how to prepare a proper power of attorney, the bank account situation (the one step that typically does require a visit), and a realistic timeline and cost breakdown.

Can You Really Register Without Visiting Georgia?

Yes — with one important caveat: the business registration itself can be done 100% remotely, but opening a Georgian bank account in your name typically requires an in-person visit to a Georgian bank branch.

What can be done remotely:

• IE (Individual Entrepreneur) registration at the Revenue Service
• Small Business status application
• LLC (SH.P.K.) registration at the National Agency of Public Registry (NAPR)
• Virtual Zone application (LLC)
• Revenue Service account setup (rs.ge)
• TIN (Tax Identification Number) assignment

What typically requires in-person presence:

• Opening a personal or IE bank account at TBC Bank or Bank of Georgia (some options exist for remote opening — see Banking section)
• Obtaining a Georgian ID card (not required for business, but needed for some banking tiers)

Many people combine the bank account opening with an initial trip to Georgia, spending a few days in Tbilisi or Batumi while completing banking. This is practical — flights to Tbilisi from Europe are $200–500, and the trip can double as an initial residency exploration visit.

What You Will Need

Documents (Prepare These Before Starting)

• Passport — must be valid, full color scan of the photo page. Some processes require a notarized copy.
• Georgian phone number — for Revenue Service account verification. You can get a Georgian SIM card locally or use a VoIP number. Some services provide temporary Georgian numbers for verification purposes.
• Email address — for Revenue Service account (rs.ge)
• Georgian address — required for registration. Can be a virtual/registered address service if you don't have physical accommodation yet (see Address section below)

For LLC Only (Additional)

• Company charter (articles of association) — your representative or service provider drafts this
• Shareholders' meeting decision (even with a single shareholder, this is a one-page document)
• List of shareholders with passport details and share proportions

The Power of Attorney Process

A Power of Attorney (PoA) authorizes a named Georgian representative to act on your behalf for specific legal actions (registration, signing documents, etc.).

What Must the PoA Include?

• Your full name, date of birth, passport number, nationality
• The representative's full name and Georgian ID number
• Specific powers granted: "to register Individual Entrepreneur / LLC on behalf of [your name], to sign all relevant documents, to submit applications to the Revenue Service and National Agency of Public Registry"
• Duration of validity (typically 1 year)
• Language: must be in Georgian, or dual-language Georgian/English (your representative handles the Georgian part)

How to Execute the PoA

Option A: Notarize in Your Country + Apostille

1. Draft the PoA (your Georgian service provider sends you a template)
2. Sign before a notary in your country
3. Obtain an apostille from the appropriate authority (courts ministry, foreign affairs ministry — depends on country)
4. If the PoA is not in Georgian, obtain a notarized Georgian translation (your service provider handles this in Georgia)
5. Send original signed + apostilled document by courier to Georgia

Cost: notary (~$50–100) + apostille (~$20–80) + courier ($30–80). Timeline: 5–15 business days depending on country.

Option B: Notarize at Georgian Consulate/Embassy

If your country has a Georgian embassy or consulate, you can often notarize the PoA there. Georgian consular notarization is directly valid in Georgia without apostille. Cost: $50–150 consulate fee. Check if your country's Georgian consulate offers this service — not all do.

Option C: Some Service Providers Accept Digital Notarization

For US-based founders, notarization via platforms like Notarize.com or similar remote online notarization (RON) services is sometimes accepted with apostille. Confirm with your Georgian service provider before proceeding this way.

Step-by-Step: IE Remote Registration

Phase 1: Preparation (Days 1–7)

1. Choose a Georgian registration service or representative
2. Receive PoA template from representative
3. Get PoA notarized and apostilled in your country
4. Send courier to Georgia (recommend DHL or FedEx — 3–5 days)
5. Send representative: color scan of passport, email address, Georgian address if you have one

Phase 2: Registration (Days 8–12)

1. Representative receives PoA documents
2. Representative creates your Revenue Service (rs.ge) account using your details
3. Representative visits Revenue Service Public Service Hall with PoA + your documents
4. Submits IE registration form
5. Submits Small Business Status application simultaneously
6. Pays 20 GEL registration fee
7. Receives IE certificate + TIN — usually same day or next day

Phase 3: Post-Registration (Days 12–15)

1. Representative sends you scanned copies of IE certificate and TIN document
2. You receive login credentials for rs.ge portal
3. You can now issue invoices as a Georgian IE
4. Bank account opening: see Banking section below

Step-by-Step: LLC Remote Registration

LLC registration involves one additional agency: the National Agency of Public Registry (NAPR), which maintains the registry of legal entities.

Phase 1: Preparation (Days 1–10)

1. Choose registration service
2. Agree on company name (check availability at napr.gov.ge or ask your service)
3. Decide share structure (you can be 100% shareholder)
4. Choose company director (can be yourself or any adult)
5. Receive and execute PoA (same process as IE above)
6. Service provider drafts company charter

Phase 2: NAPR Registration (Days 10–15)

1. Representative submits to NAPR: PoA, passport copy, charter, shareholder decision
2. NAPR registration fee: 100 GEL (~$36) standard, or 200 GEL (~$72) for same-day
3. Company is registered within 1–3 business days
4. Company receives: registration certificate, Identification Number (company TIN)

Phase 3: Revenue Service Registration (Days 15–18)

1. Register company with Revenue Service for tax purposes (separate from NAPR)
2. Apply for VAT registration if needed (not required below 100K GEL/year)
3. If applying for Virtual Zone: submit application to Ministry of Finance with activity description

Getting Your Georgian Tax ID (TIN)

For IE: your personal Georgian TIN is assigned when you register the IE. It is based on your passport number and is unique to you as an individual.

For LLC: the company receives a separate company TIN (also called Identification Number) which is distinct from your personal TIN.

The TIN appears on all invoices you issue, tax declarations, and Revenue Service correspondence. Guard it like you would any financial ID number.

Bank Account — The One Catch

Opening a Georgian bank account is straightforward if you are physically present in Georgia. Remotely, options are more limited.

In-Person Account Opening (Recommended)

Visit any TBC Bank or Bank of Georgia branch with:

• Your passport
• IE certificate or company registration certificate
• TIN document
• A Georgian phone number (you can get a SIM card at the airport)

Account opened same day. Debit card issued within 3–7 business days or immediately for virtual card. Internet banking activated immediately.

Remote Account Opening Options

Credo Bank: has experimented with remote account opening for foreigners via video verification. Availability changes — check their current website or contact them directly.

TBC Bank: offers limited remote account opening for some categories of clients (previously registered customers, e-residents of other countries). Generally requires at least one in-person visit for full verification.

Wise Business: not a Georgian bank account, but Wise offers a business account that can receive payments in EUR, GBP, USD, and other currencies. Many Georgian IE and LLC operators use Wise as a secondary account to receive international payments, then periodically wire to their Georgian bank account. Wise accounts can be opened entirely online and don't require presence anywhere.

Alternative: Some registration services offer an authorized signatory service — they open a corporate bank account where you are the beneficial owner and they are the authorized signatory. This has significant risks (you are trusting a third party with your money) and is not recommended except as a last resort for specific situations.

Practical Recommendation

Register the IE remotely, start invoicing clients and receiving payments to a Wise Business account in your name, then visit Georgia for 3–5 days to open your TBC or Bank of Georgia account. Use this trip to also explore Tbilisi or Batumi and verify that you want to establish residency there. Most people find Georgia more livable and affordable than expected.

Georgian Address Options

The registration process requires a Georgian address. Options:

• Your accommodation address: If you are renting in Georgia (or plan to), use that address
• Registered address service: Several companies in Tbilisi and Batumi provide a legal address for mail receipt for $50–150/year. Your registration service will often include this or recommend a provider.
• Friend's address: If you know someone in Georgia who agrees, their residential address can be used. They don't need to be formally involved in your IE/LLC.

The address appears on your registration certificate and Revenue Service account. Mail from the Revenue Service goes to this address — make sure someone can receive and forward mail, or that your accountant monitors this.

Complete Timeline

Cost Breakdown

What to Do After Registration

Immediately After

1. Log in to rs.ge and review your profile (TIN, registered address, IE/company details)
2. Update your invoicing template with Georgian IE name, TIN, and address
3. Set a calendar reminder for the 15th of each month for your monthly revenue declaration

First Month

1. Open a bank account (plan a visit to Georgia, or use Wise Business as an interim)
2. File your first monthly declaration on rs.ge (even if revenue is 0 GEL — file a zero declaration to establish good standing)
3. Notify clients of your new invoicing entity and payment details
4. If establishing residency: book accommodation and plan your first 183-day period

Ongoing

• Monthly: revenue declaration by 15th, pay 1% (IE) or manage LLC bookkeeping
• Annually: file annual income declaration by April 1
• Keep your registered address current — Revenue Service correspondence goes there
• Track your days in Georgia if pursuing tax residency

DIY vs Using a Registration Service

DIY Remote Registration

Theoretically possible if you speak Georgian, have a Georgian-speaking contact who will act as your representative for free, and understand the Revenue Service portal. In practice, the language barrier and administrative knowledge gap make this difficult for most foreigners. Not recommended unless you have strong local connections.

Using a Registration Service

Specialized registration services handle the entire process: drafting the PoA, translating documents, filing at Revenue Service and NAPR, setting up your rs.ge account, and providing ongoing registered address. This is the practical path for most people.

What to look for in a registration service:

• Clear, itemized pricing (beware vague "from $X" pricing)
• English-language communication and documents
• Experience with foreign nationals specifically (not just local registrations)
• Ongoing accounting support or clear handoff to a local accountant
• Transparent about what is and is not included (bank account, address, accountant)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you register a Georgia IE or LLC without visiting Georgia in person?

Yes. Georgian law allows full remote registration using a notarized power of attorney. You sign the POA in your home country (notarized and apostilled), then a local Georgian representative submits it to the Revenue Service of Georgia on your behalf. Registration is typically approved within 1–3 business days.

How long does remote company registration in Georgia take?

The Revenue Service of Georgia processes IE and LLC registrations in 1–3 business days once all documents are submitted. Preparing the notarized power of attorney in your home country typically takes 3–7 additional days, so the total process from start to finish is usually 5–10 days.

How much does it cost to register a company in Georgia remotely?

The official government registration fee is minimal (around 5–20 GEL for an IE). The main costs are notarization and apostille of the power of attorney (€50–€200 depending on country), translation fees if needed, and any service fee charged by a local Georgian representative or registration agency.

What is a power of attorney and why do I need one for Georgia registration?

A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document authorizing someone in Georgia to act on your behalf. Because you cannot appear in person at the Revenue Service of Georgia when registering remotely, a notarized and apostilled POA allows a Georgian representative to submit your registration documents and sign on your behalf.

Can I open a Georgian bank account remotely for my new business?

Remote bank account opening is more difficult than company registration. Most Georgian banks (TBC Bank, Bank of Georgia) require in-person identity verification. Fintech options like Wise can serve as an interim solution while you plan a visit to Georgia to open a traditional bank account.

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