2026 Amendments to Georgia’s Labour Migration Regulations – Simplified Requirements and Clarified Procedures
In 2026, significant amendments were introduced to Georgia’s labour migration framework, simplifying certain requirements applicable to the employment of foreign nationals and providing greater clarity on relevant procedures.
Key Changes
The concept of “short-term professional activity” has been introduced. Where applicable, foreign nationals whose professional activity does not exceed a cumulative period of four months within a calendar year are no longer required to obtain the relevant right to engage in labour activities.
The range of foreign nationals exempt from the labour migration regulations has been expanded.
The employer’s notification obligations toward the relevant agency have been clarified. Notification remains required, among other cases, when there is a change in the employee’s position or area of activity.
The status of self-employed foreign nationals and the relevant application and registration procedures have been further clarified.
These amendments are particularly relevant for companies employing foreign nationals in Georgia. Businesses should review and, where necessary, update their internal procedures to ensure compliance with the applicable legal requirements and to minimise potential administrative and compliance risks.
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