
Georgia–EU Relations
EU says Georgia’s entire population at risk of losing visa-free travel
Georgia has enjoyed visa-free travel to the EU since 2017, a privilege now at risk.

Georgia has enjoyed visa-free travel to the EU since 2017, a privilege now at risk.

The sides intended to discuss human rights.

The ban on funding will not affect independent educational institutions, including within the Erasmus+ mobility and cooperation activities.

Georgia accused the EU of using its accession as a political instrument.

The EU’s Enlargement Commission said the situation in Georgia has ‘sharply deteriorated’ since the accession process was de facto halted in 2024.

The EU had expressed concern that Georgia could become a route for goods Russia needs in its war.

Both Estonia and Lithuania have suspended visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats and officials, including for MP Mariam Lashkhi.