BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 26. As of January 1,
2026, all foreign nationals entering Georgia will be required to
hold valid medical insurance covering the entire duration of their
stay in the country, Trend reports via AZAL.


The requirement applies to all foreign visitors entering Georgia
for tourism, business, or transit purposes.


Azerbaijan’s national air carrier, AZAL, advises passengers
planning to travel to Georgia on or after January 1, 2026, to take
the new requirements into account when preparing for their trip and
to arrange medical insurance prior to departure.


Under the established regulations, foreign nationals must have
medical and accident insurance policy valid for the entire period
of stay in Georgia, from the date of entry until the date of
departure. The minimum insurance coverage must be GEL 30,000.







Insurance may be issued by Georgian or foreign insurance
companies. The policy may be presented in electronic or paper form
and must be issued in Georgian or English.


The insurance policy must contain the following mandatory
information:



  • Parties to the insurance contract;

  • Covered territory;

  • Subject matter of the insurance;

  • Commencement and expiration dates of the insurance
    coverage;

  • Insured risks;

  • Amount of the insurance sum (limits);

  • Amount of the insurance premium;

  • Place and terms of payment.


This new requirement is introduced in accordance with Georgia’s
Law on Tourism. The Resolution of the Government of Georgia “On
Approval of the Rules and Conditions for Mandatory Health and
Accident Insurance for Tourists Entering Georgia” will enter into
force on 1 January 2026.