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EU Suspends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Officials Amid Protests

3/6/2026

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The European Union suspended visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats and officials for at least one year due to democratic backsliding and violent protests.
The move follows the Georgian Dream party's suspension of EU membership talks.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemned the actions.
The suspension lasts until March 6, 2027, with a possible two-year extension; the EU advised increased scrutiny of Georgian nationals entering Europe.

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The European Union suspended visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats and officials for at least one year due to democratic backsliding and violent protests.
The move follows the Georgian Dream party's suspension of EU membership talks.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemned the actions.
The suspension lasts until March 6, 2027, with a possible two-year extension; the EU advised increased scrutiny of Georgian nationals entering Europe.