How a Property Purchase in Georgia Works: Step-by-Step Guide
Buying real estate in Georgia is fast, transparent, and simple — even for foreigners. Unlike many countries, no notary participation is required, and property registration can be completed in just one day.
Here’s a detailed look at how the property purchase process works in Georgia, step by step.
1. Selecting and Verifying the Property
The first stage is finding the right apartment or commercial space.
Before signing any contract, it’s essential to verify the legal status of the property.
What to check:
- Ownership rights (extract from the National Agency of Public Registry — NAPR);
- No encumbrances such as mortgages, debts, or court disputes;
- Matching address and cadastral code in all documents;
- Construction permit (for new developments).
💡 Tbilisi Property conducts a full legal due diligence of every property before the purchase — ensuring buyers are fully protected.
2. Preparing the Documents
The paperwork in Georgia is minimal.
For the buyer:
- Passport (for foreigners — international passport);
- Notarized translation of the passport into Georgian.
For the seller:
- Ownership certificate (NAPR extract);
- ID card.
If the buyer is represented by another person, a power of attorney certified by a Georgian notary or consulate is required.
3. Signing the Purchase Agreement
The purchase agreement can be signed:
- at the House of Justice;
- at a NAPR service center;
- or online via the portal my.gov.ge (if both parties have Georgian electronic IDs).
Contracts are written in Georgian but may include parallel translations in English or Russian.
💬 Tip: if you don’t speak Georgian, bring a certified translator to avoid any misunderstandings during signing.
4. Property Registration
Once the contract is signed, both parties submit it to the National Agency of Public Registry (NAPR).
Registration options:
- 4 business days — 50 GEL;
- 1 day — 150 GEL;
- Same-day express — 200 GEL.
After registration, the buyer receives an electronic ownership certificate (PDF with a QR code), which has full legal validity.
5. Payment and Handover
Payment can be made:
- by bank transfer (in GEL, USD, or EUR);
- in cash on the day of the deal;
- via escrow or letter of credit for high-value transactions.
💡 Typically, the payment is transferred after ownership registration to ensure maximum security for both sides.
6. After the Purchase
Once registration is complete, the buyer can arrange:
- utility connections (water, gas, electricity);
- building maintenance contracts;
- tax registration if the property will be rented out.
Tbilisi Property also assists with renovation, interior design, and rental management.
7. Specifics for Foreign Buyers
- Foreign citizens have the same property ownership rights as Georgian nationals.
- The only restriction applies to agricultural land.
- Buying real estate worth $100,000 or more qualifies you for a residence permit (RP) in Georgia.
Conclusion
Buying property in Georgia is a quick and transparent process that can be completed within a day. All documentation is straightforward, and no middlemen are required — making the country one of the easiest places to invest in real estate.
Why Choose Tbilisi Property
Tbilisi Property guides you through every stage of the purchase:
- verifying the property’s legal status;
- preparing and translating documents;
- assisting with payment and registration.
With us, buying property in Georgia is safe, simple, and profitable.
безопасной, удобной и выгодной.
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