Georgia plans to introduce tax incentives for land-based casinos to attract international poker tournaments, foreign visitors and investment, according to Giorgi Mamulaishvili of the Gambling Business Association. He said the initiative extends a model introduced for online casinos in 2024, which attracted foreign interest in Georgia.
Under the proposed legislation, casinos hosting tournaments with prize pools exceeding GEL 3 million would be exempt from the gambling business fee for the table used. Foreign participants would pay no personal income tax on tournament winnings. At least 70% of participants must be foreign nationals, and organizers must hold a separate permit costing GEL 100,000 annually.
Mamulaishvili said the incentives could boost tourism and economic activity, highlighting Georgia’s business environment, banking system and position between Europe and Asia. He also defended the gambling sector’s economic contribution, including its support for sports and charitable initiatives.
