Which bank in Tbilisi is easiest for foreigners to open a Georgian bank card?
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If TBC doesn't work out, Credo Bank is a fallback — you can open an account there for an extra fee, though on less favorable terms. Only a passport and local SIM card are needed, but SWIFT transfers and the mobile app can be glitchy.
Credo Bank — paid account opening, only passport and SIM required
There is a limit on how much Georgian lari you can take out of the country — no more than 3,000 GEL in cash. This is separate from the currency declaration threshold (up to $10,000 USD), so both rules apply independently.
Cash export limit: 3,000 GEL
TBC Bank is Georgia's second-largest bank and one of the most foreigner-friendly options for opening a card. The process is relatively straightforward.
TBC Bank
Credo Bank is another accessible option where opening an account is easier than at Bank of Georgia — a good choice if you want a Georgian card quickly.
Credo Bank
Bank of Georgia is the country's largest bank, but opening an account there is notably more difficult, especially for foreigners. TBC or Credo are better starting points.
Bank of Georgia