Required Documents
- International Driving Permit (IDP) — mandatory for all foreign nationals. Get it before you travel.
- Passport — for contract signing
- Credit card (Visa/Mastercard) — for the ₾500–1,000 security deposit block
- Minimum age — 21–23 years depending on company. Drivers 21–25 pay a surcharge.
Prices by City
| Car class | Tbilisi | Batumi | Kutaisi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | ₾80/day | ₾85/day | ₾90/day |
| Crossover | ₾120/day | ₾130/day | ₾140/day |
| SUV 4WD | ₾150/day | ₾170/day | ₾180/day |
| Minivan (7 seats) | ₾200/day | ₾220/day | on request |
High season (June–August): add 30–50%. Book 2–4 weeks ahead.
Where to Rent
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MyGPS Georgia
Local company in Tbilisi with their own fleet. Transparent terms, airport delivery. Good for travellers who prefer personal service.
Sixt / Europcar / Hertz
International brands at Tbilisi Airport. Higher prices but strong contracts and reliable insurance. IDP always required.
Traffic Rules
| Road type | Speed limit | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Urban areas | 60 km/h | ₾40–150 |
| Rural roads | 90 km/h | ₾40–150 |
| Motorway | 110 km/h | ₾40–500 |
| Mountain passes | 40–60 km/h | ₾40–150 |
- Right-hand traffic
- Seatbelts mandatory for all — fine ₾40
- Phone in hand — fine ₾150. Hands-free only
- Zero alcohol tolerance — fine up to ₾1,000 + licence suspension
- Speed cameras on all major roads — fines charged to your card via rental company
Fuel Prices
| Fuel | Price per litre (2026) |
|---|---|
| Regular (AI-92) | ₾3.0–3.2 (≈ $1.1) |
| Premium (AI-95) | ₾3.2–3.5 (≈ $1.2–1.3) |
| Diesel | ₾3.0–3.3 (≈ $1.1–1.2) |
| LPG | ₾1.5–1.8 (≈ $0.55–0.65) |
Gas stations (Wissol, Socar, Gulf, Lukoil) are on all main highways. No gas stations in mountain areas (Tusheti, Upper Svaneti) — fill up in the last town.
Roads & Routes
Paved highways (any car)
- Tbilisi — Batumi (360 km, ~5 h) — motorway, good asphalt
- Tbilisi — Kutaisi (230 km, ~3 h) — best road in the country
- Tbilisi — Kazbegi (160 km, ~3 h) — Georgian Military Highway. Paved, scenic, mountain pass at 2,379 m
- Tbilisi — Kakheti (90–120 km, ~1.5–2 h) — good road via Gombori Pass
4WD required
- Tusheti (Omalo) — one of the world's most dangerous mountain roads. Dirt track, cliff edges. June–October only.
- Upper Svaneti (Ushguli) — 45 km of dirt road from Mestia, river crossings
- Goderdzi Pass (Adjara) — partially paved, 4WD recommended after rain
- Khevsureti (Shatili) — dirt road, 4WD mandatory. June–October
Renting in Tbilisi
Tbilisi has the widest selection and lowest prices. For a detailed guide on parking, airport pickup, and specific offices:
Renting in Batumi
Batumi is the second most popular city for car rental. Prices are 5–10% higher than Tbilisi. The airport is small — renting in the city or via is better value.
Insurance & Deposit
- Basic (TPL) — included. Covers third-party damage only.
- Full (CDW) — ₾20–50/day. Covers the rental car. Strongly recommended for mountain roads.
- No deposit — available on with full insurance.
- Green Card — only needed for cross-border trips (Armenia, Turkey). From ₾30/15 days.
Rent vs Guided Tour
| Scenario | Rental | Guided tour | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kazbegi day trip, 2 ppl | ~₾190 | ₾175–200 total | Guide ≈ rental |
| Kakheti wine tour | ₾150 + can't drink | from ₾98/pp, wine OK | Guide wins |
| 5-day road trip | ~₾700 total | ~₾1,200 | Rental cheaper |
| Svaneti, 3 days | ₾500+ (4WD needed) | from ₾350 with guide | Guide safer |
Kazbegi Day Tour from Tbilisi
Private tour with an English-speaking guide. Transport included. From ₾175/person.
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