Individual Entrepreneur (IE) Registration in Georgia, Tbilisi

Small Business Status (1% Tax) + Banking Assistance

Individual Entrepreneur (IE) registration in Georgia is a fast way to start a legally compliant business under your personal name. With Small Business Status, eligible activities may be taxed at 1% of turnover after Revenue Service approval. Readymade.ge supports both on-site registration in Tbilisi and fully remote IE registration by Power of Attorney.

What is an Individual Entrepreneur (IE) in Georgia?

An Individual Entrepreneur (IE) is a business form where a natural person registers business activity under their own name. The IE certificate shows your first and last name and may include a business name addition. This structure is widely used by freelancers, consultants, IT specialists, and international service providers.

What is Small Business Status (1% tax) in Georgia?

Small Business Status is a special tax regime for eligible Individual Entrepreneurs. After approval, the IE may pay 1% income tax on turnover within the statutory limits and subject to activity rules. Some activities are excluded by Georgian legislation, so eligibility should be checked before filing.

Two Service Variants

Variant A: Client Present in Tbilisi

This option is best if you are in Tbilisi and want the quickest IE registration with in-person assistance.

Included services

IE registration at the Public Service Hall
RS.ge registration (Revenue Service portal)
Application for Small Business Status (1% regime)
Legal address in Tbilisi for 12 months
Banking assistance for personal KYC and IE KYC at Bank of Georgia (Solo)
Multi-currency accounts availability (subject to bank compliance)

Timeline

IE registration: same day in practice
IE business account: same day by express procedure or next working day

Fees (Variant A)

Legal address in Tbilisi (12 months): 350 GEL
Assistance at Public Service Hall (IE registration): 300 GEL
RS.ge + Small Business Status (1%): 300 GEL
Banking assistance (personal + IE KYC): 600 GEL

State fees and bank charges are payable separately.

Variant B: Fully Remote IE & Small Business Registration (Power of Attorney)

This option allows remote IE registration in Georgia without visiting the country. The remote process uses two Powers of Attorney: one for IE/tax setup and one for activating the IE business bank account after registration.

Included services (fixed package)

Remote IE registration
RS.ge registration
Application for Small Business Status (1% regime)
Legal address in Tbilisi for 12 months
Power of Attorney No. 1 coordination (IE registration + tax setup)
Power of Attorney No. 2 coordination (IE business bank account activation after registration)
Banking assistance for personal KYC and IE KYC

Mandatory documents for remote setup

Power of Attorney No. 1: notarised and apostilled
Power of Attorney No. 2: notarised and apostilled
Passport copy: notarised and apostilled
Original hard copies of apostilled documents sent by courier to our office
Notarised legal translation into Georgian (can be arranged by us after receipt)

Timeline (Variant B)

2–5 working days from receipt of apostilled originals

Fixed fee (Variant B)

3,900 GEL

Notary, apostille, courier, and notarised legal translation fees are included and paid separately.

Optional Services

Reverse-charge VAT registration from the beginning (recommended for foreign service purchases in many cases)
Monthly accounting and tax reporting
VAT registration (if required)
Virtual office and mail handling
Residence permit assistance

Important Notes (Georgia IE)

The IE business bank account is opened under the individual’s personal name, as required by Georgian law.
The IE certificate shows first and last name; it may be followed by a business name addition in line with Public Service Hall rules.
Small Business Status (1%) applies only after Revenue Service approval.
Some activities are excluded from the 1% regime under Georgian legislation.

FAQ (Quick Answers)

How to register an Individual Entrepreneur (IE) in Georgia?

You can register an IE either (1) in person in Tbilisi via the Public Service Hall, or (2) remotely using apostilled Powers of Attorney and an apostilled passport copy. After registration, we assist with RS.ge setup, Small Business Status (1%), and bank KYC for personal and IE accounts.

How long does IE registration take in Georgia?

On-site registration in Tbilisi is typically completed the same day in practice. Remote registration usually takes 2–5 working days after we receive the original apostilled documents by courier.

What is the 1% tax regime in Georgia?

The 1% tax regime is available through Small Business Status for eligible Individual Entrepreneurs, after Revenue Service approval. It generally applies as 1% income tax on turnover within the statutory limits and subject to activity restrictions.

Why do I need two Powers of Attorney for remote setup?

Power of Attorney No. 1 authorizes IE registration and tax setup. Power of Attorney No. 2 authorizes activation of the IE business bank account after the IE is registered.

Is the IE business bank account under my company name?

No. Under Georgian law, the IE business account remains under your personal name, even though it is used for business transactions.

Can I add reverse-charge VAT from the beginning?

Yes. If your business purchases foreign services, reverse-charge VAT registration from the beginning may be beneficial and, in many cases, can lead to an effectively neutral VAT impact, depending on your transaction profile.

To start your IE registration in Georgia, send us your business activity description and confirm whether you are present in Tbilisi or prefer remote registration. We can also coordinate by WhatsApp if preferred.