Travel Information

Russian citizens travelling to Georgia

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Georgia can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Georgia

❄️ cold weather
Not many tourists
inexpensive cost of living
🐌 Below average wifi
👯‍♂️ good for parties
🤝 friendly locals
safe neighbourhoods

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Georgia from Russia usually are around 11217.00 RUB. Wizz Air is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Qatar

. Popular domestic airlines are

Atlasjet

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Geocell

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

GG.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is GEL.

1 RUB = 0.044070 GEL

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $7.27 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Georgia. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 1 year past your travel date.

Due to absence of Russian diplomatic representation in the country, Russian government advises its citizens not to visit Georgia.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We advise you not to travel overseas at this time, including to Georgia. From 18 March, the Georgian government has announced a two-week closure of its borders for all foreign nationals to avoid the further spread of COVID-19. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Follow the advice of local authorities. Check with your travel provider for disruptions. We advise you to:  Do not travel to Georgia

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Georgia. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (3.14 / 5)
Safety (3.82 / 5)
Cost of Living (5.00 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$24.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$7.27 USD

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Popular Cities in Georgia

Batumi

Gori

Tbilisi

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