Highways in Georgia
The length of Georgia’s public road network is 20,424 km, of which 7,854 km are paved roads. The length of international roads is 129 km.
Toll roads
Georgia has no tolls.
On March 1, 2018, the requirement for compulsory insurance of vehicles and civil liability of vehicles with foreign registration came into force.
Since Georgia is not among the countries that have joined the international Green Card insurance system, it is necessary to purchase a local OSAGO for the trip.
Insurance costs depend on the type of vehicle and the length of the insurance period. The minimum period for which an OSAGO agreement can be concluded is 15 days, the maximum is 1 year. You can sign it at the checkpoint at the entrance to Georgia or buy it online OSAGO rates:
| Vehicle type | Cost (lari) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 days | 30 days | 90 days | 1 year | ||
| motorcycle | 20 (5 euros) | 35 (9 euros) | 70 (17 euros) | 215 (€ 53) | |
| Vehicle (total weight up to 3.5 t) | 30 (7 euros) | 50 (€ 12) | 90 (22 euros) | 295 (72 euros) | |
| Bus (more than 8 passenger seats) | 45 (11 euros) | 75 (18 euros) | 140 (34 euros) | 480 (117 euros) | |
| Truck (gross weight over 3.5 t) | 60 (15 euros) | 100 (24 euros) | 170 (42 euros) | 610 (€ 149) | |
| follower | 14 (€ 3) | 25 (6 euros) | 40 (10 euros) | 145 (35 euros) |
The amount of the insurance limit to the detriment of the health, disability and life of each victim is 30,000 lari (7335 euros). And for damage to property – 25,000 lari (6112 euros).
Moving a vehicle with foreign plates through the territory of Georgia without compulsory insurance will result in a fine of 100 lari (24 euros) for motorcycles and cars. And for buses and trucks – 200 lari (49 euros).
Road map of Georgia
Crossing the Georgian border
To cross the state line of Georgia on cars, you will need the following documents in addition to your passport:
- driver license
- Vehicle registration
In case the owner of the vehicle stays at home, it is necessary to have a notarized power of attorney in English . It does not need to be translated into Georgian.
Georgia has no obligation to have compulsory insurance of vehicles and liability to third parties.
Currently, you can legally enter Georgia by car from the territory of Russia, passing only through the checkpoint “Darialy (Kazbegi) – Upper Lars”.
Since June 1, 2013, the Upper Lars checkpoint has been operating around the clock .
This decision was made due to the fact that long queues have accumulated at the border, especially in summer.
Previously, the operating time was limited to the following interval:
- from March 1 to November 1 – from 6.00 to 22.00
- from November 1 to March 1 – from 7.00 to 19.00
Before traveling, it makes sense to check the situation at the border, because due to weather events or natural disasters, the passage through the border may be blocked.
Rules of the road during the rush hour of Georgia
Speed limit
Standard speed limits for Georgia (unless otherwise noted on signs). Cars and motorcycles:
- in the village – 60 km / h
- outside the village – 90 km / h
- on the highway – 110 km / h
Vehicles with trailers:
- in the village – 60 km / h
- outside the village – 70 km / h
- on the highway – 80 km / h
The maximum speed in residential areas is 20 km/h.
There is a maximum speed for passenger cars on the roads of European countries.
Alcohol
The maximum allowable blood alcohol level is 0.3‰ .
If the blood alcohol level exceeds the allowed limit, the driver will be fined 700 lari (171 euros) or deprived of the right to drive a vehicle for up to 6 months.
If the driver is under 18 at the time of the offense, the period of deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle is 1 year.
Transferring the right to drive a vehicle to a person under the influence of alcohol or drugs is punishable by a fine of 1,000 lari (244 euros).
If drunk driving damages a building and/or inflicts minor bodily harm on a person, and attempts to avoid a drug or alcohol test, the driver will be disqualified from driving for 3 years.
Legal blood alcohol levels while driving in Europe.
dipped beam
Close headlights are required at night or when visibility is poor.
When visibility is poor or on narrow roads with many curves, the fog lights can be switched on together with the high or low beams.
The fine is 15 lari (4 euros).
In which European countries is the use of dipped beam during the day mandatory?
Transportation of children
It is forbidden to transport children under 12 years old in the front seat of a car, as well as passengers on a moped or motorcycle (Article 26(6) of the SDA).
Children under 3 years old can only be transported in a vehicle in a special child support, which corresponds to their weight.
It is allowed to transport children under 3 years old in a car in a child seat or on the lap of a passenger aged 16 years or older in the back seat of a car. Said passenger must use a seat belt. A passenger may carry only one child on his lap.
It is forbidden to leave children under 6 years old in parked cars without adult supervision.
The fine is 40 lari (10 euros).
Requirements for the transportation of children in passenger vehicles on the roads of European countries.
Seat belts
The use of seat belts is mandatory for front passengers (Rules of the Road, art. 21, p. 9).
Passengers in the rear seats of the vehicle do not have to fasten their seat belts.
The fine is 40 lari (10 euros).
Driving a motorcycle or moped without a helmet is punishable by a fine of 100 lari (24 euros).
Using a mobile phone while driving in Georgia
It is prohibited to use a telephone communication device that is not equipped with a technical device that allows hands-free conversations while the vehicle is moving.
The fine is 30 lari (7 euros).
Fines for using the phone while driving in European countries.
tinted windows
Driving a vehicle whose glass box does not meet technical standards will be punished with a fine of 50 lari (12 euros).
A fine of 100 lari (24 euros) for repeated violations within a year.
In case of a third violation within a year – deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for six months.
Scars
The crew of the patrol car consists of two policemen. When patrolling, the vehicle must always have a beacon.
Since July 1, 2017, a system of points for traffic violations has been introduced in Georgia. Every year, each driver is granted 100 points, which are reduced for violations. After the points are reset to zero, the license will be canceled for 1 year.
This rule also applies to foreign drivers. You also get 100 points for your first (this year) border crossing. If the driver is reset to zero, he will not be allowed to drive in Georgia. To restore a driver’s license, the holders of such rights must apply to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia.
Since July 1, 2017, secret patrols of unidentified vehicles equipped with radar and photo and video equipment have been carried out on certain sections of highways. Drivers who violate traffic rules can view their violations on the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia in the video fines section.
In case of violation, the district police officer will draw up a report and issue a fine, which must be paid to the bank within 30 days. Table of penalties for traffic violations:
| violation | Fines (GEL) |
|---|---|
| Speeding from 15 to 40 km/h | 50 (€ 12) |
| Exceeding the speed of 40 km/h | 150 (37 €) |
| Exceeding the speed limit by more than 40 km / h, which led to an emergency. | 250 (61 euros) |
| Parking violations | 10 (2 euros) |
| Ignoring “No Parking” and No Stopping Signs | 20 (5 euros) |
| Ignoring the signs “Parking prohibited” and “Stopping prohibited”, which will lead to an emergency | 200 (49 euros) |
| Driving through a red light | 50 (€ 12) |
| Violation of the rules of driving at a railway crossing | 50 (€ 12) |
| Cross section of a solid line when entering the oncoming lane | 50 (€ 12) |
| Cross section of a solid line when entering an oncoming lane (repeated throughout the year) | 100 (24 euros) |
| Driving a vehicle without a national license plate | 100 (24 euros) |
| Driving in a lane reserved for oncoming traffic | 200 (49 euros) |
| Transfer control to someone without a license | 200 (49 euros) |
| Departure from the scene of an accident by the driver in which he got into | 250 (61 euros) |
| Obstructing traffic or an emergency | 250 (61 euros) |
| Failure to comply with a lawful order from a police officer to stop a vehicle | 300 (73 euros) |
| Driving without a license | 500 (122 euros) |
There is a great place here to learn the traffic rules of Georgia.
Useful information
Gasoline
Unleaded petrol (92, 95 and 98) and diesel are available in Georgia. There is no such thing as leaded gasoline.
Most petrol stations are open 24/7. LPG gas stations are not at every gas station.
emergency numbers
- European emergency number – 112
Required Equipment
Equipment you must have in your vehicle:
- warning triangle
- First aid kit for cars
- Fire extinguisher
Requirements for equipment that must be present in a car in different European countries.
Winter equipment
Winter tires
The use of winter tires in Georgia is not mandatory.
Spikes
Studded tires are allowed.
Anti slip chains
Snow chains are required on some sections of the road. Chains should only be attached to the drive wheels.
Requirements for the use of winter and studded tires in different European countries.
In the video below, you can see magnificent views from the road through the Cross Pass.