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Immigration and Border Cases in Georgia: Legal Guide

Immigration and border cases touch several areas of law at once: criminal procedure, administrative decisions and residence status. A decision in one area directly affects the others.

This section collects practical guides to the most common immigration and border cases. Each guide explains the first steps, the documents to keep and the role of a lawyer.

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Illegal Border Crossing Charges in Georgia

Illegal border crossing charges in Georgia: Article 344 of the Criminal Code, evidence, first steps and the role of a lawyer. A practical guide for foreigners.

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Forged Passport or Residence Document Charges in Georgia

Forged passport or residence document charges in Georgia: Article 362, what must be proven, documents to keep and how a lawyer can help.

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False Visa, Invitation or Work Document Cases

False visa, invitation letter or work document cases in Georgia: what must be proven, the role of employers and agents, and the first steps to take.

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Undeclared Cash and Goods at Georgian Customs

Undeclared cash or goods found at the Georgian border: administrative and criminal liability, confiscation, evidence of lawful origin and first steps.

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Airport Detention in Georgia: Rights and First Steps

Airport detention in Georgia: your rights, the difference between refusal of entry and arrest, consular contact, interpreters and a lawyer's first steps.

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Foreigner Arrested in Georgia: Rights and First Steps

Foreigner arrested in Georgia? Key rights: a lawyer, a free interpreter, consular contact, the right to silence and prompt court review.

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Extradition and Interpol Red Notices in Georgia

Extradition from Georgia and Interpol red notices: detention, court review, grounds for refusal, how to challenge a notice and the role of a lawyer.

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How a Criminal Case Affects Your Residence Permit

How a criminal case affects a residence permit in Georgia: cancellation, refused renewal, expulsion and entry bans — and how to protect your status.

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If your situation is urgent — detention, waiting at the border or a court hearing — contact a lawyer experienced in immigration and border cases straight away.

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