Georgia's New Mandatory Travel-Insurance Rule for 2026: What Indians Must Know

Quick answer: Since 1 January 2026, every tourist entering Georgia — including Indians — must carry valid health and accident travel insurance with minimum coverage of 30,000 GEL (about USD 11,000). Without it you can be refused entry at Tbilisi or Batumi. The insurance is cheap (a few hundred rupees for a week) but it is now non-negotiable, so don't board your flight without it.

Georgia has tightened its entry rules, and this one trips up unprepared travellers.

What exactly does the new rule require?

A travel-insurance policy covering the full duration of your stay, with at least 30,000 GEL (~₹11 lakh / USD 11,500) in medical and accident cover. Border officers can ask to see proof, and entry can be denied if you can't show it.

How much does the insurance cost?

Very little — a standard week-long travel policy from an Indian insurer costs roughly ₹300–₹800 per person, far less than the trip itself. The key is making sure the coverage amount meets the 30,000 GEL minimum.

Does this change anything else about visiting Georgia?

No — the e-Visa process and budget-friendly prices are unchanged. Georgia still does NOT offer visa on arrival for Indians, so you need an e-Visa (or a qualifying US/UK/Schengen visa) plus, now, the insurance.

When Trripah books your Georgia trip, we include a compliant travel-insurance policy and check it meets the 30,000 GEL rule, so you sail through immigration. Get a fully-sorted Georgia plan in 24 hours.

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