crawmore
American expat in Georgia
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About me
American
Lives in Tbilisi
Speaks English, Elementary Georgian
Registration: 18 June 2011
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Paying bills in Georgia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Georgia? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
Automatic teller type machines are on every corner of the city. All utility bills can be paid via these machines. The orange ones with the Express Bank logo are normally in working order. The TBC machines usually don't work. Read More
Georgia's most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Georgia? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are the ...
Tbilisi and Batumi are the most expensive for rent but still surprisingly affordable compared to western cities equivalent in size. It depends on your standards and the value of your native currency. If you're earning Euro, GBP or USD, it's ... Read More
What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Georgia? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Georgia? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are there any ...
If you're looking for a real job, Georgian and/or Russian is absolutely necessary. Otherwise, a foreigner is relegated to teaching English at a language school or university - if you're lucky. Embassy jobs, NGOs, etc. require upper ... Read More
Expectations versus realities of expat startups of Georgia by ramil86
Dear expats in Georgia, who run their own business, I consider move to Georgia, need your experience. When you started your own business, did you get your expectations, or no? In which business are you and what can be your suggestion for new ...
No. Tourism. Don't. Your Welcome. Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Georgia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Georgia? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship ...
There's no citizenship unless you have a Georgian kid or a Georgian blood relative. In this case, dual citizenship is possible with USA but certain rights are forfeited. That's about all there is to it. Unless you have a lot of money - then ... Read More
Studying in Georgia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Georgia? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in Georgia? ...
A degree from a Caucasian country is of little to zero value outside Western Asia. But studying in Georgia might be fun just for the cultural experience. Depends on where you're coming from. Read More
New members of the Georgia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Georgia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Everything you said is absolutely true. There is no economy here and ZERO opportunity for return on ANY investment. The likelihood that this will ever change nil. If you must come, get a job FIRST. Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Georgia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Georgia can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...
Life in Georgia is so laid back and easy compared to the modern world. It's easy to lose track of time. Don't get stuck here. Visit your home country or visit somewhere else as often as you can afford. This keeps the Georgian experience fun ... Read More
Making phone calls in Georgia by Maximilien
Hi, When settling in Georgia, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Georgia? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in advance for ...
As far as I know, landlines are cheap compared to other countries. But making long distance phone calls on them is not. They have very limited advantage in Georgia if you are a foreigner who doesn't make local calls to other landlines. Just pay ... Read More
What do you like the most in Georgia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Georgia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Georgia and the reason why you enjoy ...
As is true in any place, you take the good with the bad. But, after living here for the last 5.5 years, I've found that the few good things about living here far outweigh the mountain of bad things. I like having mountains everywhere. Eastern ... Read More
Healthcare in Georgia by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Georgia ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Georgia? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
Don't get sick. Healthcare in Georgia is a nightmare. Similar to a Latin American country. Most doctors are poorly educated and you're likely to receive five different diagnosis from five different doctors. I would strongly recommend ... Read More