Banking & Money

What travel/health insurance do expats living in Georgia need (not tourist insurance)?

If you live in Georgia and travel abroad and back, a tourist policy from your home country does not fit — you need insurance for foreigners from a Georgian insurer. In July 2026 a participant gave an example: he has Prime Insurance, at 100 GEL for six months or 200 GEL for a year. Tourist insurance is a different product: it is for people coming on holiday, and it is cheapest to buy in your own country.

2 sources · 69 days ago

Can you get bank service in English in Georgia (which banks have English-speaking staff)?

Yes, many branches of TBC Bank and Credo Bank offer service in English, though staff English levels vary — sometimes you'll need gestures or an online translator to get through.

1 source · 84 days ago

What documents do you need to open a bank account in Georgia if you have no official income (KYC requirements)?

Document requirements vary by bank and even by individual case — sometimes a passport and phone number are enough, other times the bank requires proof of income (KYC). You can't find this out in advance; you only get a clear answer when applying in person at the bank.

1 source · 77 days ago