Is a visa run through Sarpi border crossing safe — will they let you back into Georgia?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 18 days ago
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 18 days ago
TL;DR
A first visa run through Sarpi is usually fine. Risks increase if you've been in Georgia for years without leaving. Drivers tend to have an easier time than pedestrians.
A visa run through Sarpi is generally safe if it's your first time and you haven't been in Georgia for close to a year without leaving. The risk of being denied re-entry increases significantly for those who have lived here for several years without a break.
Drivers at Sarpi have a noticeably easier experience — both passport control and customs are more lenient compared to pedestrians. Crossing by car is preferable if possible.
Reports of people being denied re-entry at Sarpi mostly involve pedestrians or specific border guard shifts. The situation is more stable for drivers, though not 100% guaranteed.