Georgia has introduced a separate annual permit for international gambling tournaments. The fee is GEL100,000 (approximately $38,500), and the rules took effect on October 30, 2026. Organisers must already hold a casino permit and guarantee the prize pool in advance.
At least 80% of tournament participants must be foreign nationals, a threshold raised from 70% during the parliamentary process. A guaranteed prize pool above GEL3 million is required for the specified exemptions from tax on foreign participants’ winnings and club-table fees.
Commercial implications
The framework creates a defined route for large international casino events, but the participant mix, permit cost and prize-pool requirements narrow the eligible business model. Organisers and suppliers assessing Georgia should distinguish this tournament permit from the country’s separate international online-gambling licences. The Revenue Service confirmed the changes in its official notice.