Strategic Sectors

Strategic sectors in Georgia: tourism, wine and agrifood

$4.69 billion from tourism, wine exported to 70 countries and an agrifood sector to modernise: the opportunities for foreign companies beyond property and company setup.

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In short

In 2025 international tourism brought Georgia 4.69 billion dollars (+6%, National Bank). Wine was exported to 70 countries, worth 245 million dollars in January-November 2025. Manufacturing and ICT account for 9.1% and 8.0% of GDP. The most concrete openings for foreign companies are in hospitality, the wine and food chains, construction supplies and logistics.

Beyond real estate and business, Georgia offers investment sectors that are growing. In 2025 tourism brought $4.69 billion, Georgian wine reached 70 countries, and agrifood needs machinery and know-how.

These sectors are linked, as wine tourism in Kakheti shows, and can be a good way into Georgia for anyone looking to diversify.

The sectors

Three areas of growth

Tourism

$4.69 billion in revenue in 2025, up 6% on the year before (National Bank).

Wine

One of the birthplaces of winemaking: 82.3 million litres exported in January-November 2025, worth $245 million.

Agrifood

5.9% of GDP: hazelnuts, fruit, vegetables and dairy. Hazelnuts are Georgia’s top export to Italy.

Tourism and wine tourism

International tourism revenue: $4.69 billion in 2025 (+6%)
Batumi, Tbilisi and Kakheti draw visitors all year, with summer peaks on the coast
Kakheti: the leading region for wine tourism
Openings for foreign companies: hotels, restaurants, hotel interiors, wellness

Agrifood and wine

Agriculture’s share of GDP (2025)

5.9%
Wine exports (Jan-Nov 2025)

$245 million, 70 countries

Sources: National Bank of Georgia, Geostat and the National Wine Agency. Figures are updated periodically.

Construction and interiors

Construction is 8.0% of GDP, and the Tbilisi and Batumi property markets are very active. European materials, finishes, systems and furniture sell well in the mid-to-high segment.

Technology

ICT is 8.0% of GDP. Companies providing IT services abroad can obtain international company status, with 5% tax on distributed profits: see Taxes in Georgia.

Logistics and manufacturing

Georgia links Europe, Turkey, the Caucasus and Central Asia. Its four free industrial zones offer exemptions to export manufacturers.

Frequently asked questions about strategic sectors in Georgia

How can I invest in tourism in Georgia?

The most common options are hotels and guesthouses, short lets (especially in Batumi and Kakheti), restaurants and wine tourism.

Is Georgian wine an opportunity for foreign companies?

Yes, especially for winery technology, bottling, packaging, distribution and wine tourism. Traditional winemaking in clay amphorae, called qvevri, draws interest worldwide.

Is agrifood open to foreign investors?

Yes, under the same rules as other sectors. One key exception: agricultural land is reserved for Georgian citizens, with limited exceptions.

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