Georgia is gradually emerging as one of the topmost medical tourism destinations worldwide. When it comes to having treatments like cosmetic surgery, dental and other medical services, Georgia is getting increasingly popular among international patients. This is because of factors like leading healthcare professionals, multi-linguistic interpreters, JCI accredited institutions and relatively economical.

Countries that do not need a Visa to enter Georgia for up to one year are:

01. Albania

02. Argentina

03. Antigua & Barbuda

04. Andorra

05. European Union Countries

06. Armenia

07. Australia

08. Azerbaijan

09. Bahamas

10. Barbados

11. Belarus

12. Bahrain

13. Belize

14. Botswana

15. Bosnia & Herzegovina

16. Brazil

17. Brunei

18. Canada

19. Colombia

20. Chile

21. Costa Rica

22. Dominican Republic

23. Ecuador

24. Honduras

25. El Salvador

26. Estonia

27. Finland

28. France

29. Germany

30. Greece

31. Hungary

32. Iran

33. Ireland

34. Iceland

35. Israel

36. Italy

37. Japan

38. Jordan

39. Kazakhstan

40. Kuwait

41. Kyrgyzstan

42. Lebanon

43. Latvia

44. Liechtenstein

45. Lithuania

46. Luxembourg

47. Malaysia

48. Malta

49. Mauritius

50. Mexico

51. Moldova

52. Monaco

53. Montenegro

54. Netherlands

55. New Zealand

56. Norway

57. Oman

58. Poland

59. Portugal

60. Qatar

61. Panama

62. Republic of Cyprus

63. Romania

64. Russian Federation

65. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

66. San Marino

67. Serbia

68. Saudi Arabia

69. Seychelles

70. Singapore

71. Slovakia

72. Slovenia

73. South Africa

74. South Korea

75. Spain

76. Sweden

77. Switzerland

78. Tajikistan

79. Thailand

80. Turkey

81. Turkmenistan

82. Ukraine

83. UAE

84. UK

85. US

86. Uruguay

87. Uzbekistan

88. Vatican City

In addition to these countries, the following people do not need a visa to enter Georgia:

01. Citizens of the European Union, Turkey and Saudi Arabia are allowed to enter by showing their ID. This is also applicable for the nationals of Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar and Turks, and Caicos Islands.

02. If you have a residence permit or a visa issued by a European Union, EFTA, or GCC country, or from Australia, Canada, Japan, Israel, New Zealand, South Korea or the United States.

03. If you are a member of the Georgia diaspora but have a passport that is issued by a nation that is subject to Georgia Visas. (for 30 days).

04. If you are a diplomatic or official/service passport issued by China, Guyana, Indonesia, Egypt, Iran and Peru.

05. If you have a United Nations laissez-passer (for one year)

Documents required for Visa application required for medical treatment. Before listing out the documents, it is important to note that:

01. Each document should have its original form and a copy.

02. The documents must be in either of the given languages - Dutch, English, French or Spanish.

03. The documents will not be returned except the passport

Some general visa requirements which are essentially needed are mentioned below:

01. Print out of Georgia Visa Application form. The candidate must fill the form, take a print out and sign it.

02. The current passport that is issued within the last 10 years, has at least two blank pages and a validity of at least three months from the date of your travel.

03. Proof of funds to cover the expense for your stay and medical treatment such as a bank statement from the last 6 months, a salary letter, or your pay slips, etc

04. Confirmed return ticket

05. Travel health insurance

06. Proof of accommodation in Georgia

07. Receipt of Georgia visa fee

08. Passport-size photographs, similar to the one attached to the visa application form.

09. Specifications for the photographs are:

9.1. Size - 5 X 4 MM

9.2. Resolution - 300 DPI

9.3. White or off-white background

9.4. Photo should be taken within the last 6 months

9.5. The applicant should stare straight at the camera

9.6. No glasses or headgear should be worn except head covering for the religious purpose provided that they do not hide the facial features

9.7. No over-exposure, under-exposure, shadows or glare is allowed.

The top-notch healthcare infrastructure equipped with cutting-edge technology and government initiatives make Georgia a hub for medical tourism. Planning for medical treatment abroad, contact Ortil healthcare for hazzle free journey.