What score do you need to pass the Georgian citizenship exam?

You must answer at least 7 of the 10 questions correctly in each of the three subjects separately. A high score in one subject does not make up for a low score in another.

How much does the official Georgian citizenship exam cost (not GeoPass)?

The government's exam is free on your first attempt. If you don't pass a subject, a retake costs 40 GEL, paid to the Public Service Development Agency - this is separate from GeoPass's own subscription price.

Is the Georgian citizenship exam in English?

No. The exam is administered entirely in Georgian, with no English (or other language) option.

How long are Georgian citizenship exam results valid?

A passing result is valid for one year, during which you must submit your citizenship application.

How long does it take to prepare for the Georgian citizenship exam?

Most applicants spend 2 to 5 months preparing, depending on their existing knowledge of Georgian, Georgian history, and Georgian law.

Georgian Citizenship Exam: Complete Guide

Anyone applying for Georgian citizenship by naturalization must first pass a knowledge exam covering the Georgian language, Georgian history, and the basic principles of Georgian law. The exam has been mandatory since May 1, 2024, and is administered by Georgia's Public Service Development Agency (PSDA). This guide covers the exact format, scoring, fees, and how to prepare - with sources linked throughout.

Exam format at a glance

Subjects: Georgian language, Georgian history, basic principles of law
Total questions: 30 (10 per subject)
Passing score: At least 7 out of 10 in each subject separately - not a combined average
Official question bank: 600 questions published in advance by the PSDA (200 per subject); the real exam draws only from this published set
Language: Georgian only - there is no English or Russian option on the real exam
Fees (official exam, not GeoPass): First attempt free; 40 GEL for each retake of a failed subject
Validity: A passing result is valid for 1 year
Administered by: Public Service Development Agency in Georgia, or the Georgian Consulate General in New York for applicants abroad

What's tested in each subject

GeoPass organizes practice around the same three subjects the real exam covers:

Georgian language - grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Most applicants find this the hardest subject, not because the questions are obscure, but because the whole exam is timed and conducted in Georgian with no translation.
Georgian history - from ancient settlement through the modern republic. The official history question bank is reviewed and occasionally revised by the government (most recently in 2024), so it's worth practicing against current material rather than an old PDF.
Basic principles of law - the structure of government, the Constitution, and citizens' rights and obligations.

See real example questions on the sample questions and answers page.

How to prepare

Because the government publishes the full 600-question bank in advance, the most efficient way to prepare is to work through practice questions drawn from the same three subjects, in a format similar to the real exam, with immediate feedback on what you got wrong. Most applicants spend 2-5 months preparing, depending on how comfortable they already are with written Georgian. Create a free GeoPass account to try a trial exam, or go straight to the free practice exam.

Recent changes to the exam

The history section's question bank has been revised by the government before, most notably in 2024, when a number of history questions were replaced. This is a reminder that official citizenship-exam content can change, and it's worth confirming the current rules directly with the PSDA before your test date, in addition to practicing.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the Georgian citizenship exam?

30 questions total: 10 on the Georgian language, 10 on Georgian history, and 10 on the basic principles of law.

What score do you need to pass?

At least 7 out of 10 in each of the three subjects separately - a strong score in one subject does not offset a weak score in another.

How much does the official exam cost (not GeoPass)?

The government's exam itself is free on your first attempt; a retake of a failed subject costs 40 GEL, paid to the PSDA - not to GeoPass. This is separate from GeoPass's own subscription price for unlimited practice access.

Is the exam in English?

No. It's administered entirely in Georgian.

How long are results valid?

One year from the date you pass.

How long should I study?

Most applicants spend 2-5 months preparing, depending on their starting level of Georgian.

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Official sources

For the legal text and to register for the official exam itself, see the Public Service Development Agency's citizenship page. GeoPass is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with the Government of Georgia or the PSDA - always confirm current requirements with the official source before your exam date. See also our guide to the naturalization application process.