Interest from investors from the Gulf countries in Georgia’s real estate market continues to grow. According to data presented at an international real estate forum in Tbilisi, 2025–2026 has seen a noticeable increase in both transactions and inquiries from buyers in GCC countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

📊 This is not about isolated deals, but about the formation of a stable capital flow. In certain segments, the share of foreign buyers already reaches 30–35%, with investors from the Middle East playing an increasingly visible role, particularly in new developments and investment-oriented projects.

🏗 Demand is primarily concentrated in segments that combine rental yield with flexible use. In practice, this translates into interest in:

— apartments in new developments located in central districts of Tbilisi;
— properties with management companies and guaranteed rental income;
— projects with service infrastructure designed for short-term rentals.

📍 The geography of demand within the city is also quite consistent. The highest concentration of transactions is observed in areas with developed infrastructure and strong liquidity:

— Vake;
— Saburtalo;
— Old Tbilisi;
— Mtatsminda.

📈 The growing interest from GCC investors is driven by several factors. First, the relatively low entry threshold. Even after the increase in the residence permit investment requirement, the average property budget in Tbilisi remains significantly lower than in Dubai or major European cities.

Additional factors include:

— no restrictions on property purchases for foreigners;
— simplified transaction and registration procedures;
— relatively high rental yields, reaching 8–12% annually in some projects;
— a steady flow of tourists, which exceeded 7 million visitors annually in pre-crisis periods.

💼 Another key factor is capital diversification. For investors from the Gulf region, Georgia serves as an alternative to more expensive and saturated markets. Compared to traditional destinations, it offers lower competition and higher growth potential.

⚖️ At the same time, rising foreign demand is already influencing the structure of the market. Developers are increasingly adapting projects to international buyers by offering:

— fully furnished units;
— turnkey rental management;
— marketing strategies targeting foreign investors.

🏡 As a result, Tbilisi is gradually shifting from a local market to one with a significant share of international capital. This increases liquidity but also intensifies competition for high-quality properties, particularly in central districts.

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