**EU to Reconsider Visa-Free Travel for Georgians?**
In a development that may have significant implications for Georgian travelers, the European Union (EU) is set to review its visa-free travel policy towards Georgia. According to Gigi Tsereteli, a high-ranking official in the country’s government, the EU has begun discussing the potential suspension of visa-free travel for Georgians.
**What does this mean for Georgian citizens?**
For many years now, Georgian citizens have been able to travel freely within the EU without the need for visas. However, if the EU decides to suspend visa-free travel, this would mean that Georgians would once again need to obtain a visa before entering any of the 27 EU countries.
**Why is the EU reconsidering visa-free travel?**
According to Tsereteli, the decision on whether or not to suspend visa-free travel will ultimately depend on the situation in Georgia. This suggests that there are concerns within the EU about certain developments in the country that could impact its eligibility for visa-free travel.
**What might be behind these concerns?**
While details are sketchy at this point, it is likely that the EU’s concerns relate to issues such as human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Georgia has faced challenges in these areas in recent years, including criticism from international organizations like the Council of Europe.
**Implications for Georgian travelers and businesses**
If visa-free travel is suspended, this would have significant implications for Georgian citizens who rely on traveling to EU countries for work, tourism, or other reasons. It could also impact Georgian businesses that rely on trade with the EU.
**Conclusion**
The suspension of visa-free travel between Georgia and the EU remains a possibility in the near future. The outcome will depend on how well Georgia addresses concerns within the EU about human rights, democracy, and the rule of law.
