Getting started · Service 03 of 10
Bank account opening in Georgia
Personal and corporate multi-currency accounts with Georgia's leading banks.
We open personal and corporate accounts at TBC Bank, Bank of Georgia and leading digital platforms: compliance file, meeting or remote onboarding, internet banking setup and, if needed, card delivery abroad.
What Georgian banks check before opening an account
Georgian banks apply anti-money-laundering rules to every new client. For a personal account they check where the money comes from, your income, and your connection to Georgia. For a company account: who owns and controls it, where its money comes from, and the nature of the business.
A consistent file is the fastest route: passport, evidence of income, a short description of your activity and, for a company, the registry extract and charter. Accounts are usually opened in lari, US dollars and euros. Some banks open accounts remotely for suitable profiles; personal accounts usually require a branch visit.
Who it is for
- Newly arrived expats
- Freelancers and digital nomads
- Foreign-owned companies in Georgia
What is included
- Advice on suitable banks for your profile
- Preparation of the full compliance file
- Representation at the bank
- Remote onboarding coordination where available
- Internet banking and mobile app setup
Not included
- The bank's own tariffs and commissions
- A guarantee of approval (each bank decides independently)
- Translation of extensive foreign documents
How it works
Profile review and bank selection
Compliance file preparation
Bank meeting or remote onboarding
Account activation and e-banking setup
Timeline: 1–10 working days, depending on the bank
Fees
Our professional fee
from $350
Professional fees in US dollars, excluding government fees, notary, translation and apostille costs.
Government fees (paid to the state)
No government fee for this service. Any other official fees are passed on at cost.
Documents we will need
- Passport
- Evidence of income or employment
- Description of expected transactions
- Registry extract (for company accounts)
Questions about this service
Which banks do you work with?
Primarily TBC Bank and Bank of Georgia, plus leading digital platforms. We choose the bank that suits your profile and needs.
Can a non-resident open an account?
Yes, subject to the bank's compliance review. Some banks onboard remotely; personal accounts usually require a visit.
Which currencies can the account hold?
Georgian banks usually open accounts in lari, US dollars and euros together; other currencies depend on the bank.
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