{"id":8821,"date":"2026-01-09T14:23:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T10:23:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gpih.ge\/?p=8821"},"modified":"2026-02-23T12:41:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:41:47","slug":"mandatory-insurance-for-tourists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gpih.ge\/en\/mandatory-insurance-for-tourists\/","title":{"rendered":"Mandatory Insurance for Tourists Visiting Georgia \u2013 Policy Tourist by GPI Holding"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Starting <\/span>January 1, 2026<\/b>, <\/span>mandatory insurance for tourists visiting Georgia<\/b> comes into force. From this date, <\/span>foreign citizens entering Georgia are required to have health and accident insurance<\/b> as a mandatory condition for entry.<\/span><\/p>

This new regulation aims to <\/span>protect tourists<\/b> while also <\/span>ensuring the financial sustainability of the healthcare system<\/b>. Previously, travel insurance for foreign visitors was optional. Today, however, a <\/span>valid insurance policy is a prerequisite for entering Georgia<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

What Does Mandatory Tourist Insurance in Georgia Cover?<\/b><\/p>

Policy Tourist by GPI Holding<\/b> fully complies with the legal requirements for <\/span>mandatory insurance for tourists visiting Georgia<\/b> and provides visitors with <\/span>real, practical protection<\/b> throughout their stay.<\/span><\/p>

\u2714<\/b> Insurance Coverage Up to GEL 100,000<\/b><\/p>

The GPI Holding tourist insurance policy offers a <\/span>coverage limit of up to GEL 100,000<\/b>, one of the strongest offers on the market. It fully meets statutory requirements and ensures financial protection in case of illness or accident.<\/span><\/p>

\u2714<\/b> Extensive Network of Provder Clinics<\/b><\/p>

GPI Holding cooperates with <\/span>all leading medical institutions across Georgia<\/b>. Insured tourists receive <\/span>100% cashless treatment<\/b> at provider clinics, without the need to submit receipts or pay out of pocket.<\/span><\/p>

\u2714<\/b> 24\/7 Support for Insured Tourists<\/b><\/p>

Dedicated support managers provide <\/span>round-the-clock assistance in English and Russian<\/b>. If needed, they help tourists access medical services at provider clinics and guide them throughout the process.<\/span><\/p>

\u2714<\/b> Easy Reimbursement at Non-provider Clinics<\/b><\/p>

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.<\/span><\/p>

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Mandatory Insurance for Tourists Is Not a Formality \u2014 It Is Real Protection<\/b><\/p>

Mandatory insurance for tourists visiting Georgia is <\/span>not just a bureaucratic requirement<\/b>. It offers <\/span>genuine protection<\/b> during a visitor\u2019s stay. In the past, tourists had to cover medical expenses themselves in emergency situations. Under the new system, <\/span>the insurance sector now assumes this financial responsibility<\/b>, significantly reducing risk for travelers.<\/span><\/p>

Who Is Policy Tourist Designed For?<\/b><\/p>

Policy Tourist by GPI Holding<\/b> is designed for <\/span>foreign citizens temporarily staying in Georgia<\/b> for tourism or business purposes. The policy covers <\/span>emergency medical services<\/b> during the insurance period and is valid <\/span>exclusively within Georgia<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

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