The visa requirement exemption applies only to holders of biometric passports.
Obligation to hold a visa:
with regard to exercising gainful occupation (even if the occupation does not exceed 8 days within a calendar year)
Exemption to hold a visa with regard to exercising gainful occupation:
Holders of a longterm residence permit issued by a Schengen member state or a valid type D visa, provided they also hold a recognized and valid travel document.
A visa is required for holders of a diplomatic, service or an official passport of Georgia from 3 April 2026.
Note:
Holders of diplomatic, service or official passports issued by Geaorgia who entered the Schengen area before 3 April 2026 may continue their stay and leave without a visa.
Third state members in possession of both a valid residence permit issued by a Schengen member state or a valid type D visa and a recognized and valid travel document are exempt from visa requirements.
