Starting January 1, 2026, mandatory insurance for tourists visiting Georgia comes into force. From this date, foreign citizens entering Georgia are required to have health and accident insurance as a mandatory condition for entry.
This new regulation aims to protect tourists while also ensuring the financial sustainability of the healthcare system. Previously, travel insurance for foreign visitors was optional. Today, however, a valid insurance policy is a prerequisite for entering Georgia.
What Does Mandatory Tourist Insurance in Georgia Cover?
Policy Tourist by GPI Holding fully complies with the legal requirements for mandatory insurance for tourists visiting Georgia and provides visitors with real, practical protection throughout their stay.
✔ Insurance Coverage Up to GEL 100,000
The GPI Holding tourist insurance policy offers a coverage limit of up to GEL 100,000, one of the strongest offers on the market. It fully meets statutory requirements and ensures financial protection in case of illness or accident.
✔ Extensive Network of Provder Clinics
GPI Holding cooperates with all leading medical institutions across Georgia. Insured tourists receive 100% cashless treatment at provider clinics, without the need to submit receipts or pay out of pocket.
✔ 24/7 Support for Insured Tourists
Dedicated support managers provide round-the-clock assistance in English and Russian. If needed, they help tourists access medical services at provider clinics and guide them throughout the process.
✔ Easy Reimbursement at Non-provider Clinics
If a tourist receives treatment at a non-provider clinic, the reimbursement process remains simple. Medical documentation and receipts can be emailed to GPI Holding, and compensation will be processed in accordance with the policy terms and Georgian law.
Mandatory Insurance for Tourists Is Not a Formality — It Is Real Protection
Mandatory insurance for tourists visiting Georgia is not just a bureaucratic requirement. It offers genuine protection during a visitor’s stay. In the past, tourists had to cover medical expenses themselves in emergency situations. Under the new system, the insurance sector now assumes this financial responsibility, significantly reducing risk for travelers.
Who Is Policy Tourist Designed For?
Policy Tourist by GPI Holding is designed for foreign citizens temporarily staying in Georgia for tourism or business purposes. The policy covers emergency medical services during the insurance period and is valid exclusively within Georgia.
Policy Tourist Covers:
- 🚑 Emergency medical assistance, including ambulance services
- 🏥 Emergency outpatient and inpatient treatment
- 🦷 Emergency dental care
- ✈️ Medical evacuation
- ⚖️ Repatriation in case of death
Coverage applies to incidents caused by sudden illness or accidental injury during the policy period.
Policy Validity and Activation
Insurance can be purchased for a selected duration from 3 to 365 days.
- If purchased before entering Georgia, the policy becomes effective upon crossing the Georgian border.
- If purchased while already in Georgia, the policy becomes active 24 hours after purchase.
- Exception: Tourists who entered Georgia before January 1 and do not hold Georgian residency are still eligible to purchase the policy.
Claims and Compensation
Compensation is paid within the insured sum specified in the policy, subject to compliance with notification and documentation requirements.
You can easily purchase the policy through the link.
