Georgia (country) travel guide for Australians

Australian passport holders can enter Georgia visa-free for tourism and business stays of up to 365 days. No ETA is required. Confirm your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your departure date, and check the latest rules with the Georgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Smartraveller before booking.

Australian passport holders do not need a visa for tourism or business visits up to 365 days. No electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is required. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date.

The Georgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs sets entry rules; Smartraveller publishes current travel advice. Confirm the 365-day limit and passport validity with these authorities before booking, as rules can change.

Georgia does not host a resident Australian embassy. The Australian Embassy in Ankara, Turkey, provides consular support for Australians in Georgia.

For urgent help, contact the embassy in Ankara or the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra. Check the Smartraveller website for current contact details and registration options.

A mid-range daily budget is about 80–120 AUD, covering accommodation, meals, transport and entry fees. A 10-day itinerary therefore costs roughly 800–1,200 AUD, plus flights.

These are 2026 estimates; actual costs vary with season and choices. Use the Georgia travel costs page for a detailed breakdown.

Typical one-way flights from Sydney to Tbilisi connect via Doha, Dubai or Istanbul and take 22–28 hours total travel time. Direct flights are not available.

Round-trip economy fares are roughly 1,200–1,600 AUD (check). Georgia is UTC+4, 6–8 hours ahead of Australian east coast depending on daylight saving.

Georgia uses plug types C and F at 220 V; bring a universal adapter. Tipping is often included as a service charge of 10–18% in restaurants; otherwise round up modestly. Emergency services are reachable on 112.

The currency is the Georgian lari (GEL). Georgian is the official language; Russian is widely understood by older people and English is common among the young. Driving is on the right, and mountain roads can have aggressive overtaking.

Common questions from Australian travellers.

Official sources for entry rules and travel advice.