How much does it cost to open a bank account and debit card in Batumi for a foreigner?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 16 days ago
TL;DR
For non-residents in Batumi, the standard opening cost mentioned is usually 57 GEL total (45 GEL account opening + 12 GEL account insurance), plus about 1.5 GEL monthly maintenance. A basic universal Visa debit card is commonly recommended because it works almost everywhere.
What the community said
Based on recent experiences, banks in Batumi tend to charge non-residents about the same upfront amount: 57 GEL. This usually includes 45 GEL for opening the account and 12 GEL for account insurance.
16 days ago 57 GEL (45 + 12)
You should also budget for a monthly maintenance fee of around 1.5 GEL. For everyday spending, a standard universal Visa debit card is the option people usually recommend.
16 days ago 1.5 GEL/month; Visa debit card
The price can depend on your status: if you are a citizen, a current account may be opened free of charge, while non-residents are reportedly charged by almost all banks.
16 days ago Citizens may get free opening; non-residents usually pay