Question 1

Is Georgia a safe country for investment?

Accepted Answer

Georgia ranks 55th globally in the 2025 Global Peace Index, ahead of several EU countries. Urban crime is very low, and administrative procedures are digitalized and transparent.

Question 2

What is the political risk?

Accepted Answer

Georgia has been a parliamentary democracy since 1995, and an associated member of the EU since 2023. Political shifts have never challenged the right to private property.

Question 3

How can one protect themselves against a scam?

Accepted Answer

Systematic verification of the Public Registry extract, payment exclusively to the developer's account specified in the contract, and review by an independent lawyer. RUSTAVELI PROPERTIES integrates these checks into every case.

Question 4

Does the conflict with Russia affect investment?

Accepted Answer

The separatist regions (Abkhazia, South Ossetia) are geographically isolated and do not concern Tbilisi, Batumi, or Gudauri. Investment remains concentrated far from sensitive border areas.

Question 5

Is the country exposed to terrorism?

Accepted Answer

Georgia has not experienced any major terrorist attacks in 30 years. It is classified as green by the British Foreign Office and the U.S. State Department.

Question 6

Is the seismic risk high?

Accepted Answer

Georgia is in seismic zone 7 to 9. Recent constructions comply with strict anti-seismic standards. Earthquake insurance is included in standard policies.

Question 7

What happens in case of nationalization?

Accepted Answer

No real estate nationalization has occurred since 1991. Property rights are protected by the Constitution and by the ECHR, which Georgia has ratified.

Question 8

Is there a money laundering risk for the investor?

Accepted Answer

Georgia applies FATF guidelines and requires traceability of funds over 30,000 USD. A clean banking record upfront prevents any blocking.

Question 9

Can I lose my property in case of geopolitical conflict?

Accepted Answer

Property rights are guaranteed even in the event of an international crisis. Precedents (2008) show a complete absence of seizures of foreign assets.

Question 10

Does RUSTAVELI PROPERTIES guarantee transaction security?

Accepted Answer

RUSTAVELI PROPERTIES is contractually liable for the legal compliance of each transaction and holds professional liability insurance covering potential damages to its clients.

Question 11

What is the security level in Tbilisi?

Accepted Answer

Tbilisi has a very low crime rate according to statistics from the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The police are present and responsive, especially in tourist areas.

Question 12

What is the security level in Batumi?

Accepted Answer

Batumi has a very low crime rate according to statistics from the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The police are present and responsive, especially in tourist areas.

Question 13

What is the security level in Gonio?

Accepted Answer

Gonio has a very low crime rate according to statistics from the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The police are present and responsive, especially in tourist areas.

Question 14

What is the security level in Gudauri?

Accepted Answer

Gudauri has a very low crime rate according to statistics from the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The police are present and responsive, especially in tourist areas.

Question 15

What is the security level in Kutaisi?

Accepted Answer

Kutaisi has a very low crime rate according to statistics from the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The police are present and responsive, especially in tourist areas.

Question 16

What is the security level in Kobuleti?

Accepted Answer

Kobuleti has a very low crime rate according to statistics from the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The police are present and responsive, especially in tourist areas.

Question 17

Is a French investor well-received in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

French investors are welcomed without discrimination. Georgia does not apply specific restrictions to nationalities covered by the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 18

Is a Belgian investor well-received in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Belgian investors are welcomed without discrimination. Georgia does not apply specific restrictions to nationalities covered by the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 19

Is a Swiss investor well-received in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Swiss investors are welcomed without discrimination. Georgia does not apply specific restrictions to nationalities covered by the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 20

Is a Canadian investor well-received in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Canadian investors are welcomed without discrimination. Georgia does not apply specific restrictions to nationalities covered by the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 21

Is a Moroccan investor well-received in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Moroccan investors are welcomed without discrimination. Georgia does not apply specific restrictions to nationalities covered by the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 22

Are Tunisian investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Tunisian investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 23

Are Algerian investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Algerian investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 24

Are Senegalese investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Senegalese investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 25

Are Ivorian investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Ivorian investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 26

Are Lebanese investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Lebanese investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 27

Are Emirati investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Emirati investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 28

Are Saudi investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Saudi investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 29

Are Qatari investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Qatari investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

Question 30

Are Turkish investors welcome in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Turkish investors are welcome without discrimination. Georgia does not apply any specific restrictions to nationalities from countries under the 365-day visa-free regime.

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