Shipping to Georgia: Costs, transit time and customs advantages
From German warehouse to the Caucasus: This is important for imports
Georgia lies between Europe and Asia and is increasingly developing into an important trade and logistics hub in the Caucasus. Shipping goods is particularly attractive for German companies because a comprehensive free trade agreement exists between the European Union and Georgia. Goods with proven EU preferential origin can therefore benefit from duty-free imports.
- Shipping from Germany to Georgia
- Parcel, express and freight solutions
- Short express delivery times
- International shipment tracking
- Use EU customs preferences
- EUR.1 and declaration of origin possible
- 18% VAT included
- Solutions for regular B2B shipments
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Georgia makes importing relatively uncomplicated
Georgia pursues an open trade policy and has a comparatively straightforward customs system.
Nevertheless, the product description, value, country of origin, and the correct Customs tariff number or HS code be determined before booking.
Especially for goods with EU preferential origin, the correct proof of origin can significantly reduce import costs.
Don't give away EU preferences
The free trade agreement between the EU and Georgia generally eliminates import duties on goods if the respective rules of origin are met. Shipment from Germany alone is not sufficient.
Check the customs tariff number in advance
Outside of preferential trade agreements, Georgia primarily uses tariff rates of 0, 5, and 12 percent. Around 90 percent of goods are already subject to a standard tariff of 0 percent.
Submit all import documents
For a standard commercial import, at least a customs declaration, invoice, and transport document are required. Additional documents depend on the type of goods.
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Important information about customs and import duties
DAP or DDP to Georgia: Who handles the import?
When shipping to Georgia, it should be determined who will handle customs clearance and import costs before pickup.
For DAP The seller organizes transport to the agreed destination. The recipient is generally responsible for import clearance and any applicable duties.
For DDP In contrast, the seller assumes the agreed import costs and further obligations.
Georgia's relatively simple customs system can simplify DDP calculations. Nevertheless, the importer, carrier, and, if applicable, customs broker must be determined in advance.
The question of whether an EU customs preference can be used is particularly important.
If the goods demonstrably have preferential EU origin, the import duty can generally be waived under the EU-Georgia agreement.
You can find more information about the delivery terms at DAP and DDP for international shipping.
What are the customs duties in Georgia?
Georgia's regular customs tariff is relatively simple in structure.
The most important inch sizes are:
- 0%
- 5%
- 12%
Almost 90 percent of goods already benefit from a standard tariff rate of 0 percent. Higher tariffs apply to various agricultural products, foodstuffs, clothing, building materials, wood products, plastics, and certain metal goods.
Even more interesting is the free trade agreement with the European Union.
The so-called Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area, DCFTA for short, essentially eliminates import duties on originating products between the EU and Georgia.
Therefore, what is crucial is not only:
- which customs tariff number the goods have
- which regular customs duty rate applies
but also:
- whether the goods have EU preferential origin
- whether a valid proof of preferential origin exists
Further information on product classification can be found at HS code and customs tariff number.
What VAT rate applies to imports into Georgia?
The standard Georgian VAT rate is 18 percent.
This principle also generally applies to imported taxable goods.
Depending on the product, additional excise taxes may apply.
This includes, for example:
- alcoholic drinks
- Tobacco products
- certain fuels
- certain other products subject to excise duty
The Georgian Revenue Service provides an official HS code calculator for specific goods, which can be used to check customs duties, VAT, excise duty and possible exemptions.
VAT: 18%
EUR.1 and declaration of origin: This applies to Georgia in 2026.
Preferential origin is particularly interesting when shipping to Georgia.
The rules of the revised Regional Convention on Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Preferential Rules of Origin will apply from 2026.
The following are currently considered the most important proofs of preferential origin:
- EUR.1 movement certificate
- Declaration of origin for originating products up to €6.000
- Declaration of origin by an authorized exporter without a value limit
The German customs system WuP explicitly confirms this regulation for Georgia for 2026.
REX is not currently included in this preferential scheme.
However, goods do not automatically receive EU preferential origin simply because they are shipped from Germany.
For example, a device manufactured in China does not become a product of European origin simply by being stored in Germany.
Shipping to Georgia: Trade between Europe and the Caucasus
Georgia occupies a special geographical position.
The country connects the Black Sea region with the South Caucasus and the transport routes towards Central Asia.
As a result, Georgia plays an important role not only as a sales market, but increasingly also as a logistics and transit location.
In 2025, Georgia imported goods worth approximately 13,5 billion Dollar. At the same time, trade in goods between the EU and Georgia amounted to approximately 5,2 billion euros.
What documents do I need for a shipment to Georgia?
For normal import, at least the following documents are required:
- Customs declaration
- Commercial invoice
- Transport document
Depending on the goods and shipping method, additional documents may be required.
These include, for example:
- Packing List
- EUR.1 or declaration of origin
- Import permit
- Health or plant protection certificate
- product-specific certificates
A commercial invoice is used for a normal sale of goods.
For free samples, warranty replacements, or other non-commercial goods movements, a pro forma invoice may be useful depending on the transaction.
You can find out more at Commercial invoice or pro forma invoice.
Electronic customs clearance facilitates import
Georgia has comparatively modern electronic customs procedures.
Goods can be declared electronically via the Revenue Service even before crossing the border.
Pre-registration allows documents to be checked before arrival. This speeds up the subsequent release of the goods.
The Georgian customs system also provides electronic information on:
- HS codes
- Customs duties
- VAT
- Excise taxes
- Tax exemptions
- required customs documents
The Revenue Service compiles this information directly in the official commodity classification module.
How long does it take for a package to arrive in Georgia?
DHL currently estimates a delivery time of [insert value here] for standard shipping. 12 to 19 working days.
Express shipping is significantly faster.
DHL Express Worldwide currently quotes approximately… 3 business daysFor goods subject to customs duties, an additional day is shown in the transit time table for clearance.
The actual delivery time also depends on the destination, product, and customs inspection.
A shipment to Tbilisi can therefore be delivered faster than a delivery to a remote region of the Caucasus.
Correctly state the address for Georgia
DHL requires addresses for shipments to Georgia to be written in Latin letters and Arabic numerals.
An address can be structured like this, for example:
Sample LLC
39 Pekingi Ave.
0160 TBILISI
GEORGIA
For the standard customs declaration, DHL specifies English as an acceptable language. For online registration, Russian and the local language can also be used.
The recipient's phone number and email address should also be provided.
Compare shipping costs to Georgia
Shipping costs depend on the specific shipment.
The following are particularly important:
- Weight
- Dimensions
- Volumetric weight
- destination
- Type of goods
- desired duration
- Carrier
Via the <strong>integrated datalog</strong> the measuring values can be stored on the humimeter RH5 paper moisture meter and additional data can be added. You also have the possibility to use the Autolog function. This function automatically saves measuring values in adjustable time intervals. Shipping cost calculator from Paket International Businesses can compare available shipping options.
These errors prevent the customs advantage in Georgia.
When shipping to Georgia, the greatest potential for savings often lies not in transport, but in the origin.
Typical errors are:
- Simply assume EU origin
- EUR.1 or declaration of origin forgotten
- Using the wrong customs tariff number
- Product description too general
- Commercial invoice incomplete
- Do not check import permits in advance
- Recipient details are incomplete
Especially the difference between Country of dispatch and origin of goods is important.
Goods that are merely shipped from a German warehouse do not automatically have EU preferential origin.
In addition, certain goods are subject to special licensing requirements. These include, among others, certain pharmaceuticals, weapons, explosives, radioactive materials, dual-use goods, industrial waste, and certain agrochemicals.
What goods are delivered from Germany to Georgia?
Trade between Germany and Georgia is considerable considering the size of the Georgian market.
In 2025, Germany exported goods worth approximately EUR 889,8 million to Georgia.
The following product groups are of particular interest to German companies:
- Machinery and equipment
- Vehicles and vehicle parts
- Electrical Engineering
- Tools
- chemical products
- Medical Technology
- Measurement and testing technology
- Industrial supplies and spare parts
At the EU level, machinery and transport equipment as well as chemical products are among the important export categories to Georgia.
You can find more international shipping destinations in our Country overview.
Shipping information: Georgia
When is it worth taking an express train to Georgia?
For less time-critical goods, a classic international parcel service may suffice.
DHL Parcel currently states a delivery time of 12 to 19 working days.
For spare parts, production materials, or other urgent B2B shipments, a Express shipping to Georgia be useful.
According to current information, DHL Express Worldwide takes approximately three working days.
For larger goods, multiple boxes, or heavy components, Pallet shipping or individual freight solutions may be of interest.
You can find all the options at international shipping methods.
How do goods get from Germany to Georgia?
Georgia is an important transport hub between Europe and Asia.
Air transport is primarily used for parcel and express shipments.
For larger quantities of goods, road, rail and sea transport are also involved.
Key access points are:
- Tbilisi for air freight and courier shipments
- Poti as an important Black Sea port
- Batumi as another port location
- Road connections via Turkey
Poti and Batumi are among the most important gateways for international goods. Additionally, roads and railways connect Georgia with Turkey, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
Georgia also plays an important role in the so-called Middle Corridor between Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia.
For larger quantities of goods, you can find further options at international freight shipping.
What are the import costs in Georgia?
Import costs are relatively manageable in international comparison.
Depending on the goods, the following may occur:
- 0, 5 or 12% import duty
- 18% VAT
- Excise tax (if applicable)
- Customs clearance and service fees
Many goods already have a standard customs duty of 0 percent.
If the goods also have EU preferential origin and the corresponding rules of origin are met, customs exemption from the EU-Georgia DCFTA can be used.
The standard VAT rate is 18 percent.
You can find general basic information in our guide to Customs and import duties.
How much does a parcel to Georgia cost?
A flat price is not very informative.
A small express parcel to Tbilisi requires a different calculation than several heavy boxes or a pallet to Batumi.
The price is primarily influenced by:
- Weight
- Volumetric weight
- Dimensions
- destination
- Type of goods
- Runtime
- Carrier
VAT and import costs may also apply.
Current shipping options can be viewed via the Shipping cost calculator be compared.
Online trade to Georgia: Customs advantages can lower the final price
Georgia is particularly interesting for online retailers because the EU free trade agreement reduces potential customs costs.
However, this is conditional on the goods being sold actually meeting the relevant rules of origin.
At a DAP broadcast The buyer is generally responsible for import clearance and any resulting import costs.
In case of a possible DDP solution The dealer will cover the agreed import costs.
Online retailers should pay particular attention to:
- Correctly record the origin of goods
- Determine HS code
- Check proof of preferential origin
- Include 18% VAT in your calculations.
- Be aware of import restrictions
- Clearly state delivery time
In Georgia, there are also special provisions for non-commercial postal shipments of low value. However, these regulations do not automatically apply to regular commercial B2C deliveries.
You can find more information about the delivery terms at DAP and DDP.
Georgia combines free trade with a streamlined customs system
Georgia differs from many classic third countries in several respects.
The country:
- has only three essential regular inch sizes
- has a comprehensive free trade agreement with the EU
- uses modern electronic customs procedures
- It lies on important trade routes between Europe and Asia
The DCFTA between the European Union and Georgia has been provisionally applied since 2014 and has been fully incorporated into the Association Agreement since 2016.
The revised Pan-Euro-Med rules of origin will also apply from 2026. EUR.1 certificates or, under the relevant conditions, declarations of origin can be used as proof.
For companies with regular goods traffic, it is therefore particularly worthwhile to systematically record preferential origin and proofs of origin in merchandise management or ERP systems.
Which carrier is suitable for Georgia?
The most suitable shipping provider depends primarily on transit time, weight, and destination.
The following should be compared:
- Shipping price
- Runtime
- Customs service
- Weight limits
- maximum package dimensions
- Tracking
- Insurance
- Target region
For example, DHL Parcel International currently does not offer enhanced insurance for Georgia. Bulky goods are also not included with this product.
For time-critical business shipments, however, an express service can be useful.
Paket International allows companies to compare the carriers and services available for their specific shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shipping
Can I send a package from Germany to Georgia?
Yes. Parcels, express shipments, and commercial goods can be sent from Germany to Georgia. Since Georgia is not part of the EU customs territory, complete customs information is required.
How long does it take for a package to arrive in Georgia?
DHL Parcel currently estimates a delivery time of 12 to 19 working days. DHL Express Worldwide typically takes about three working days, although additional processing time may apply for shipments subject to customs duties.
What is the VAT rate in Georgia?
The standard Georgian VAT rate is 18 percent and generally applies to taxable imported goods as well.
What are the customs duties in Georgia?
The standard Georgian customs duty rates are 0, 5, and 12 percent. Around 90 percent of goods are already duty-free under the standard rules. Goods with preferential EU origin may also be duty-free due to the DCFTA.
Is there a free trade agreement between Georgia and the EU?
Yes. The EU and Georgia have a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area, or DCFTA for short. It is part of the Association Agreement and allows for preferential tariff treatment of goods originating in Georgia.
Do I need a EUR.1 for Georgia?
An EUR.1 certificate can be used as proof of preferential origin in 2026. Alternatively, a declaration of origin is generally possible for originating products valued up to €6.000.
Can I use a declaration of origin for amounts exceeding 6.000 euros?
An authorized exporter can generally issue a declaration of origin without the €6.000 value limit. For other exporters, a EUR.1 certificate is usually required for higher values.
What documents do I need for Georgia?
For a standard import, at least a customs declaration, invoice, and transport documents are required. Depending on the goods, further permits or certificates may be necessary.
Can I ship DDP to Georgia?
DDP may be possible depending on the carrier, type of goods, and import situation. Before booking, it should be clarified who will be acting as the importer and whether EU customs preferences can be used.
Who pays customs duties and VAT at DAP?
Under DAP, the recipient is generally responsible for import clearance, customs duties, VAT and other import costs.
Which goods require special permits?
Special regulations apply, among other things, to certain pharmaceuticals, weapons, explosives, radioactive materials, dual-use goods, industrial waste and certain agricultural chemicals.
In which language should I fill out the customs declaration?
DHL specifies English as an acceptable language for the standard customs declaration. For online declarations, Russian and Georgian (the national language of Georgia) are also accepted.
