Georgia Study Visa (D3) 2026 – Apply for Student Visa in Tbilisi with UniPath Georgia

The D3 Study Visa in Georgia is required for most international students planning to study for more than 90 days. Whether you are enrolling at TSMU, New Vision University, UG, CU,SEU  or any accredited Georgian university, UniPath Georgia provides full-service assistance, from document preparation to submission the Justice House of Georgia in Tilisi, ensuring your application is fast, accurate, and compliant with Georgian migration laws. 

Whether you need a D3 visa depends on your nationality and the terms of visa-free entry agreements:

• Students from visa-exempt countries
  Some students — including many from the EU, UK, USA, Canada, and other jurisdictions — can enter Georgia without a visa for up to one year. These students may still choose to apply for a D3 visa from their home country to simplify the residence permit process later.
  
  

• Students who require a D3 visa
  Students from countries without visa-free agreements (for example, India, Pakistan, Nigeria, and others) must apply for a D3 study visa at a Georgian embassy or consulate before entering Georgia.
  
  

Even students who can enter visa-free are generally advised to obtain a D3 visa in advance rather than relying on tourist entry, as converting from a tourist status to a student residence status can be more complicated or restricted.

Basic Requirements

Typical requirements for a D3 student visa include:

• A valid passport with at least six months’ validity

• An official acceptance letter from a Georgian university or educational institution

• Proof of financial means to support your studies and stay

• Travel and health insurance covering your visa period

• Proof of accommodation in Georgia

• Completed visa application and consular fee payment

• A recent photo and any other documents specified by the consulate
  
  

These requirements can vary depending on the applicant’s nationality and consulate, so students should confirm the exact list for their country.

In certain cases, nationals of countries that normally require a Georgian visa may enter Georgia without obtaining a separate Georgian visa if they hold a valid visa or residence permit issued by specific countries or regions (such as the EU/Schengen Area, the United States, or the United Kingdom).

This exemption generally allows short-term stays (for example, up to 90 days within a 180-day period) and does not replace the requirement for a long-term student visa or residence permit for those intending to study in Georgia.

Students entering Georgia under this exemption are still required to obtain a D3 student visa or student residence permit. However, instead of applying through a Georgian consulate abroad, the application may be submitted locally at the Public Service Hall (Justice House) in Georgia, subject to eligibility.

Applicants are strongly advised to review the official list of eligible countries and conditions to confirm whether entry under this exemption applies to their nationality and travel documents.

After arriving in Georgia on a D3 visa, you should apply for a temporary residence permit (TRC) within the permitted period, usually through the Public Service Hall (“Justice House”). The TRC enables your long-term legal stay while studying