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DavidB4

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DavidB4 replied to a thread
last year
syrita malyon

Affordable accommodation in Tbilisi and surrounding areas by syrita malyon

Hi everyone, as I said in my intro, I am planning to Relocate within the next six months. I am looking for Affordable temporary to permanent accommodation in Tbilisi and surrounding areas. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thank you

DavidB4

Kutaisi is cheaper, if you're working remotely. Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
last year
ftexpatcom

Thinking about moving to Georgia by ftexpatcom

Hello everybody,We currently live in the UK and want to move to Georgia. One of the main source of worry for my wife is about home schooling. We want to home school our children, and she is worried there won't be as many facilities as the UK, such ...

DavidB4

You might also consider the medical care here in Georgia, especially if you have children, it will not be on a par with what you're used to in the UK, although you could no doubt see a doctor faster here. Many Georgians, who can afford it, go to ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Julien

New members of the Georgia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Georgia forum? Don't 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 ...

DavidB4

Hi Neil, there is a regulation that says health insurance is required to enter Georgia but I have never heard of it being enforced with people from visa-free countries. I believe it's there as a backup in case they ever want to deny someone ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
3 years ago
GuestPoster0610

bank account by GuestPoster0610

hi can anybody recommend a bank in tbilisi to open a personal account? is it still straightforward post covid? how long does it take? thanks

DavidB4

SURE. Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
lizzapiccola

Rent or buy a PC with the Windows program by lizzapiccola

Hello Everyone, I am in need of your assistance. Now,we all know that the shops are closed until February 1st which makes it impossible to buy certain necessities. I am in need of a PC with the Windows program which would allow me to download the ...

DavidB4

You can still buy them online and some support shops are still open. https://www.myhome.ge/en/pr/10810686/House-for-rent-Mtatsminda-Vedzini-Street Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
TerryAnn2

ACCOMMODATION IN TBILISI by TerryAnn2

Hi Everyone, Hope it's a great day for all. I am looking for information on the best areas to look at for settling. I enjoy hiking, walking, exploring, museums etc. not too worried about being close to the city centre as happy to walk or ...

DavidB4

Hi TerryAnn, I live in the Vake area which is one of the nicer areas but you can still find inexpensive places around here. It is close enough to walk/hike to the Turtle Lake area which is one of the best places to go hiking in the Tbilisi area. ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
Julien

New members of the Georgia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Georgia forum? Don't 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 ...

DavidB4

Hi Terry, you will find it very inexpensive to get setup and live here. Once they sort out the virus (vaccine?) you would also find it's low cost and convenient to travel to the places you mentioned (assuming all the airlines don't go bust). ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
Kelvin degraft

RACISM AMONG BLACKS by Kelvin degraft

I wanted to know how they treat blacks in that country, interns racial, domestic violence among blacks.

DavidB4

Pretty sure if you click on my name it shows I'm from the USA. Happy to be here in Georgia with low Covid numbers and away from the political insanity back home. Kind regards, David Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
Kelvin degraft

RACISM AMONG BLACKS by Kelvin degraft

I wanted to know how they treat blacks in that country, interns racial, domestic violence among blacks.

DavidB4

Georgia has one of the lowest costs of living and also one of the lowest income averages in Europe. That said it continually surprises me how well people, and the city look = relatively prosperous with many nice cars and nice places to live. I think ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
Kelvin degraft

RACISM AMONG BLACKS by Kelvin degraft

I wanted to know how they treat blacks in that country, interns racial, domestic violence among blacks.

DavidB4

Not being black I can't say definitively but I can tell you that there are few people of color here and I once had a policeman tell me he thought all black people in the US were lazy (didn't want to work) and criminals, which lead me to ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
GuestPoster0610

bank account by GuestPoster0610

hi can anybody recommend a bank in tbilisi to open a personal account? is it still straightforward post covid? how long does it take? thanks

DavidB4

No, I don't think the branch is important, unless it's close to where you live - like mine which is in Vake. There might be branches where there are better English speakers, always a plus. Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
GuestPoster0610

bank account by GuestPoster0610

hi can anybody recommend a bank in tbilisi to open a personal account? is it still straightforward post covid? how long does it take? thanks

DavidB4

TBC Bank, easier to open = fewer forms to fill out and more cooperative. Don't know about post covid, doubt anyone does. Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
OffshoreResearch

PayPal business account fees in Georgia ? by OffshoreResearch

I've searched a lot online without finding this info. Does anyone have a Georgian business PayPal account ? May you kindly share the % of the fee applied on your incoming payments ? This will help a lot considering I'm planning to open a ...

DavidB4

Once again you seem to think that showing a link is all you need to prove your statements. But I actually contacted Stripe and asked them: so if I understand correctly, if we have a business, and all the other requirements you listed, in a country ... Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
OffshoreResearch

PayPal business account fees in Georgia ? by OffshoreResearch

I've searched a lot online without finding this info. Does anyone have a Georgian business PayPal account ? May you kindly share the % of the fee applied on your incoming payments ? This will help a lot considering I'm planning to open a ...

DavidB4

And in English, your proposition is known as: blah, blah, blah. Read More

DavidB4 replied to a thread
4 years ago
OffshoreResearch

PayPal business account fees in Georgia ? by OffshoreResearch

I've searched a lot online without finding this info. Does anyone have a Georgian business PayPal account ? May you kindly share the % of the fee applied on your incoming payments ? This will help a lot considering I'm planning to open a ...

DavidB4

"All internet users who listen" this is your idea of a source and documenting your statement? What a joke. I've seen some of your other posts and checked the links you have for references and they also did not support your comments = a ... Read More