Traffic Fines and Parking in Georgia

Traffic and parking rules matter for every driver — especially when you’re a tourist in another country. That’s why we’ve put together some helpful info to keep you informed and help you avoid any fines while you're in Georgia. And if you ever need a hand, we’re here to help!

Parking in Kutaisi, Batumi, and Tbilisi

Most parking in Georgia is free. Paid parking is only found in Tbilisi, Batumi, and Kutaisi. In these cities, you’ll need to buy a parking pass yourself to use paid lots. If you need help, our team can handle everything—just let us know the dates and which cities you need the pass for.

Each city has its own parking system. You can buy passes for different time periods: daily, weekly, monthly, for six months, or a full year.

Paying for Parking in Georgia

You can pay for parking through bank terminals by entering your car’s registration details and selecting the right parking service:

• Tbilisi: Tbilisi Parking
• Batumi: Batumi Parking
• Kutaisi: Parking Service

You can also buy parking tickets at special kiosks on-site.

Parking Rates

Parking costs depend on how long you need it for:

• 1 day: around 1.25 GEL
• 1 week: 7.5–10 GEL
• 1 month: around 17 GEL

Prices are approximate and can vary by city and parking rate updates.

Paid Parking

Even if you have a valid pass, some central areas may charge extra hourly fees.

In Tbilisi, hourly zones are clearly marked, and the rate ranges from 1 to 3 GEL per hour depending on the area.

Gated areas—like airports, train stations, markets, and indoor garages—require separate payment.

Common Parking Violations

To avoid fines, it’s important to follow the parking rules. Here are the most common violations:

Parking where it’s not allowed

This includes zones marked “No Parking” or “No Stopping.”
Fines: 10 GEL in Batumi, 50 GEL in Tbilisi.
Police may ask you to move your vehicle.

Parking on sidewalks or pedestrian paths

Blocking foot traffic is dangerous and not allowed.
Fines: 10 GEL in Batumi, 50 GEL in Tbilisi.

Parking at a public transport stop

This includes parking in taxi or bus areas and disrupting public transport.
Fine: 100 GEL in both cities.

Parking in a bus lane

Using lanes meant for public transport to park will cost you 100 GEL in either city.
Illegally parked cars can be towed.

Parking in a paid zone without paying

Not paying in a designated paid area: 10 GEL in Batumi, 50 GEL in Tbilisi.
To avoid this, pay in advance via the website or app.

Violating road signs or markings

Like parking at an angle, at an intersection, or where it’s clearly prohibited.
Fines: 10 GEL in Batumi, 50 GEL in Tbilisi.

How to Pay a Fine in Georgia

If you get a fine, it’s best to take care of it within 30 days:

• At a terminal. Payment terminals are available in most cities.
• Via mobile app. Several apps let you pay parking fines on the go.
• Through a bank. You can pay at any bank, in any city.

What Happens If You Don’t Pay

If a fine isn’t paid within 30 days:

• The amount will double.
• The fine can be enforced through court or collections.
• Your vehicle may be impounded and towed. To get it back, you’ll need to pay the fine plus towing and storage fees.

For foreign visitors, unpaid fines don’t just disappear. They can stack up, and if you come back to Georgia later, you might face tougher penalties or even lose your driving privileges.

Driving Rules in Georgia

There are no toll roads in Georgia, so you can drive freely. But there are traffic rules you need to know to stay safe and avoid trouble. The most common violations include:

Speed limits:

• In cities: 60 km/h
• On residential streets: 20 km/h
• Outside cities: 90 km/h
• On highways: 110 km/h

Seat belts:
Drivers and front-seat passengers must wear seat belts.

Phones:
Holding your phone or talking on it while driving is not allowed.

Alcohol:
Driving under the influence is strictly prohibited.

Littering from your car:
Throwing trash or cigarettes out the window is not okay.

Stick to these rules and you’ll help make the roads safer for everyone. Breaking them can lead to fines, court hearings, or even losing your license.

Traffic Fines for Violating Driving Rules

Knowing the most common violations and the fines that come with them can help you avoid trouble and stay safe on the road. Here are the big ones:

Speeding

This is the most common traffic violation in Georgia. Fines depend on how much you were over the limit and where it happened.

If a traffic camera catches you speeding, the fine is automatically sent via SMS to the car’s owner.
If you're driving a car with foreign plates, it’s best to pay the fine before leaving the country.
If you don’t pay, the fine increases every 30 days—first doubling, then tripling, and so on.

Fines:

• 20–50 km/h over the limit: 50 GEL
• More than 50 km/h over the limit: 200 GEL

Seat belt violations

Anyone in the front seat must wear a seat belt.
Fine: 40 GEL
This can be enforced by traffic police or caught by intersection cameras.

Using your phone

Holding a phone while driving is illegal. You can only talk if you’re using Bluetooth or a hands-free system.
If there’s a dispute, police get the benefit of the doubt.
Fine: 30 GEL

Littering

If you or a passenger throws trash or a cigarette out of the car while driving or stopped, it’s a 120 GEL fine.

Running a stop line

Crossing the stop line at a traffic light counts as a full violation.
It’s caught on camera. Fine: 50 GEL
Running a red light: 100 GEL

Criminal and Administrative Violations

DUI (Driving Under the Influence)
Fine: 700 to 2,500 GEL and/or a license suspension for up to 6 months.

At-fault accidents
If you cause an accident, you may be fined at least 250 GEL and potentially lose your license for up to 3 years.

Leaving the scene of an accident
Fine: 1,000 to 3,000 GEL and/or license suspension for up to 6 months.

Transporting hazardous materials improperly
Fine: 1,000 to 3,000 GEL and/or license suspension for up to 6 months.

Other administrative fines include:

• Running a red light or ignoring no-entry signs: from 50 GEL
• Not using a child safety seat: 40 GEL
• Driving in a bus lane: 100 GEL
• Ignoring a police officer’s order to stop: 500 GEL
• Crossing a solid lane line: 200 GEL
• Not yielding to pedestrians: 10 GEL

How to Pay Fines in Georgia

Fines issued for administrative offences in Georgia can be paid in several ways:

• Via ATM
• Online, on the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs
• At a bank branch

If you’re paying by ATM or app, you’ll need the fine number (resolution number). If you’re paying at a bank, make sure you have the official document confirming the fine.

How Are Fines Recorded?

Speeding:

• Caught by roadside speed cameras
• Unmarked patrol cars may also monitor speed
• Some cameras track your average speed over a stretch of road, and if you’re over the limit, you get a fine

Seat belts and traffic lights:

• These are monitored by cameras at intersections

Other violations:

• Often recorded by dashcams in police vehicles

How Are Fines Issued in Georgia?

If a police officer pulls you over and writes you a ticket, you’ll receive an official document with a deadline for payment or appeal.

If a traffic camera catches the violation, the fine is sent to the registered owner of the car. If you're driving a rental car, the fine is sent to the rental company.

Car owners receive an SMS alert, and all fines can be checked online at police.ge.
Note: SMS alerts aren’t always instant. Sometimes, they arrive with a delay of a week or more.

Car Towing

Finding your car missing can be stressful, but don’t panic. First, check if it’s been towed to an impound lot. If it has, you’ll need to pay the fine and towing fees.

The basic fine for towing is 50 GEL.
Towing fees may vary based on the type of vehicle and the distance it was moved.

To avoid getting towed, make sure you follow parking rules and pay on time.

Smart Cameras in Tbilisi

Georgia has installed smart traffic cameras that automatically catch violations.

What they do

Intersection monitoring:
Cameras detect when you cross the stop line, don’t wear a seat belt, or use your phone while driving.

Speed monitoring:

• Instant detection: Measures your speed the moment you pass the camera. If you’re speeding, you get fined.
• Average speed tracking: Cameras calculate your speed over a certain distance. If your average speed is too high, expect a ticket.

Key Tips for Drivers in Georgia

Planning to rent a car in Georgia? Make sure you understand the parking and traffic rules in the major cities.

1. Always keep an eye on time and pay for parking before it expires to avoid towing.
2. Stay alert while driving and always wear your seat belt.
3. If you get a fine, pay it on time so it doesn’t grow or lead to losing your license.

Stick to these tips and you’ll be able to enjoy safe and stress-free driving throughout Georgia.