Georgia

Filming in Georgia

Georgia, nestled between Europe and Asia along the eastern coast of the Black Sea, boasts a breathtaking landscape defined by the dramatic Caucasus mountains to the north. Despite its compact size, the country’s diverse climate zones range from snowy peaks to subtropical forests, deep canyons, seaside resorts, and desert-like vistas, all within a mere two to three hours’ flying time from Central Europe.

Within an hour’s drive of major cities like capital Tbilisi and Black Sea pearl Batumi, Georgia offers a tapestry of filming locations, from ancient castles and fortifications to Soviet-era architecture and modern European streets. With a history of film production spanning over a century, Georgia continues its cinematic legacy with a pool of skilled, multilingual crew, diverse cast options, and a robust selection
of production equipment.

Welcoming foreign production companies, Georgia allows filming in numerous public spaces, with the capital city, Tbilisi, offering straightforward permits for simple projects like b-roll filming. For larger endeavours requiring street closures, a 3-day permit is readily available, with assistance from local production in navigating the permit process and coordinating with authorities for traffic control.

Even within sacred sites such as cathedrals and monasteries, filming is possible with proper permits, though advanced application is recommended due to longer processing times. Georgia’s warm embrace of filmmakers, coupled with its diverse and accessible filming opportunities, makes it an enticing destination for bringing cinematic visions to life.