Wanting to register an online business (Shopify-style) in Tbilisi — looking for real experiences, not just AI advice
Hey everyone,
I’m planning to set up a small online business based in Tbilisi (something along the lines of a Shopify store / e-commerce / digital products). I’ve already done some research and got a bunch of information from AI tools about the process — company registration, small business status, tax residency, banking, etc. — but I know AI can miss real-world details or be outdated.
I’d much rather hear from people who have actually done this themselves.
A few things I’m especially curious about:
How straightforward was the company registration process as a foreigner? Any recommended lawyers/accountants/agents?
Experiences with the small business (micro-business) tax regime or other favorable setups for online businesses.
Banking side: how easy was it to open a business account, and which banks treated online/foreign-owned companies better?
Any gotchas with tax residency, reporting, or staying compliant while running everything online?
Practical tips around virtual office, residency, or day-to-day operations that AI doesn’t mention.
If you’ve registered a company in Georgia (especially Tbilisi) for an online business, or know someone who has, I’d really appreciate any honest advice, warnings, or recommendations. Happy to share more details about my situation if it helps.
Thanks in advance!