D3 Student Visa
Georgia
Last updated: December 24, 2025
90 days (renewable)
$20
60-80 days
High
About this Visa
The D3 is Georgia's student visa. You get it to study at a university in Georgia for your degree. Once you arrive, you switch it to a resident permit that lets you stay longer. You can work while studying—Georgia doesn't limit your job hours. You get free healthcare while you study. After graduation, you get one year to find a job and stay. Important: From 2026, foreign students can only study at private universities. State universities are no longer open to international students.
Key Benefits
- Work any job without hour restrictions until March 2026
- Free healthcare while studying
- Travel in and out of Georgia without losing visa status
- Stay 1 year after graduation to find a job
- Path to permanent residence after 10+ years of continuous stay
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older (or have parental permission if younger)
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Proof of sufficient funds to study
- No criminal record
- Good health with no contagious diseases
- Must obtain acceptance from Georgian university first
- English proficiency usually required (IELTS 6.0 or similar for English-taught programs)
Financial Requirement
Show $6,000-$9,600 USD in your bank account. Need 3 months of bank statements proving the money is there.
Documents
- PassportValid 6+ months
- University acceptance letterFrom Georgian university
- Bank statementsLast 3 months showing sufficient funds
- Travel insuranceCovering visa validity period
- Passport photoStandard size
- Health certificateProving no serious illness
- Proof of residenceWhere you will live in Georgia
- Police clearanceNo criminal record
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.