Once you receive an offer letter from a Georgian university, the next step is getting your Georgian D5 Student Visa. Georgia is one of the most visa-friendly European countries, and the process is manageable for Pakistani, Indian, and Bangladeshi students alike. This guide covers the D5 visa process for all three nationalities.
What is the Georgian D5 Visa?
The D5 visa is Georgia's long-stay student visa, issued to foreign nationals admitted to a recognized Georgian educational institution. Key features:
- Allows full-time work alongside studies, no work hour restrictions under Georgian law
- Allows you to obtain a Georgian TRC (Temporary Residence Card) after arrival
- Renewable annually as long as you remain enrolled
Step-by-Step: Georgian D5 Student Visa from Pakistan
Step 1: Gather and Attest Your Documents
Pakistani students (HEC + MOFA attestation):
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond intended stay)
- FSc marks sheet + certificate: HEC attested, then MOFA attested
- Matric marks sheet + certificate: HEC + MOFA attested
- Passport-size photographs (6 copies, white background)
- Bank statement (3–6 months)
- Character certificate and Medical fitness certificate
Pakistani attestation timeline: Allow 4–6 weeks for HEC + MOFA. Start this immediately.
Indian students (MEA apostille attestation):
- Valid Indian passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- 10th marksheet (SSC): Board attestation → MEA apostille
- 12th marksheet (HSC/PCB): Board attestation → MEA apostille
- NEET scorecard (mandatory for NMC compliance)
- Passport-size photographs (6 copies, white background)
- Bank statement (3–6 months) / Sponsorship letter
- Medical fitness certificate
Indian attestation timeline: Allow 3–6 weeks for MEA apostille. Apply through MEA offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, or Goa.
Bangladeshi students (Board attestation):
- Valid Bangladeshi passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- SSC certificate + marksheet: Education Board attested → MoE → MoFA attested
- HSC certificate + marksheet: Education Board attested → MoE → MoFA attested
- BMDC eligibility letter (where required by the university)
- Passport-size photographs (6 copies, white background)
- Bank statement (3–6 months) / Sponsorship letter
- Medical fitness certificate
Bangladeshi attestation timeline: Allow 4–8 weeks for full Board → MoE → MoFA chain. Start immediately upon receiving the offer letter.
Step 2: Get Your University Offer Letter
Submit your documents to Titans Abroad or directly to the university. Offer letter typically issued within 7–14 working days.
Step 3: Pay First Semester Tuition
Most Georgian universities require first semester payment before issuing the formal enrollment letter needed for the visa. Keep your payment receipt.
Step 4: Apply at the Georgian Embassy (Your Country)
- Pakistan: Georgian Embassy, Islamabad
- India: Georgian Embassy, New Delhi (with consulates in Mumbai). VFS Global may also handle applications in some cities.
- Bangladesh: Georgian Embassy, Dhaka
Submit your D5 student visa application with: completed visa form, passport, university offer letter, tuition payment receipt, attested academic documents, bank statement, photographs, medical certificate, and visa application fee.
Step 5: Wait for Visa (3–4 Weeks)
Georgian D5 visa processing for Pakistani applicants typically takes 3–4 weeks. Titans Abroad guides you on handling any embassy queries.
Step 6: Travel to Georgia
Once visa is stamped, we coordinate your arrival at Tbilisi International Airport with pickup and initial accommodation arranged.
Step 7: TRC Registration After Arrival (Within 90 Days)
After arriving, register for a Temporary Residence Card (TRC) at the Public Service Hall (PSH) within 90 days. Titans Abroad assists with this process. TRC requirements: passport, enrollment confirmation, proof of address, medical insurance, and TRC fee (approximately $100–$150 USD).
Timeline Summary
| Step | Timeline |
|---|---|
| HEC + MOFA document attestation | 4–6 weeks |
| University offer letter | 7–14 working days |
| Georgian D5 visa processing | 3–4 weeks |
| Travel + arrival | 1 week |
| TRC registration (after arrival) | Within 90 days |
| Total: Application to Arrival | ~3–4 months |
Can Students Work on a Georgian D5 Visa?
Yes, for all nationalities. Georgian law does not restrict work hours for D5 student visa holders. Pakistani, Indian, and Bangladeshi students all have the legal right to work full-time on a D5 visa. Students commonly work in restaurants, delivery apps (Wolt, Glovo), retail, or freelancing, typically earning $150–$400/month, substantially offsetting living costs.
Common Questions
Pakistan: Is there a NOC required? No. Georgian student visa applications do not require a No Objection Certificate from the Pakistani government.
Pakistan: Is there a Georgian embassy in Lahore or Karachi? Currently, the Georgian Embassy for Pakistan is in Islamabad only. Students from other cities must arrange to travel to Islamabad or enquire about postal submission.
India: Do Indian students need to show NEET scorecard for the visa? The visa itself does not require the NEET scorecard. However, the university will require it for NMC compliance before issuing the formal enrollment letter. Carry your original NEET scorecard to Georgia.
Bangladesh: Is a BMDC letter required before travel? Some Georgian universities request a BMDC eligibility acknowledgment letter. Titans Abroad guides you through whether your chosen university requires this and how to obtain it.
Titans Abroad manages the complete Georgia visa process for Pakistani, Indian, and Bangladeshi students, document attestation guidance (HEC/MOFA, MEA, Board), offer letter, embassy application support, travel coordination, airport pickup, and TRC registration. Contact us on WhatsApp to start your application today.