Countries / EAEU & Central Asia
Georgia
Tax stamps on excise goods
SystemExcise stamps (Revenue Service, Ministry of Finance)
Code on the productExcise stamps on imported tobacco and on local and imported alcoholic drinks
AggregationNo.
Next date
Nothing announced
First stepHold the licence of a manufacturer or importer of excise goods.
Overview
Imported tobacco and both local and imported alcoholic drinks carry excise stamps. No unit-level marking of other consumer goods.
If you supply this market
- Hold the licence of a manufacturer or importer of excise goods.
- Order stamps from the authority for each batch: Excise stamps.
- Apply a stamp to every unit before release and activate it in the system.
- Keep stock and reports in line: unstamped goods can be seized.
Timeline
Already in force
- 1 Jan 2026Lower nominal value of excise stamps on tobacco and alcohol
What the code looks like
TAX STAMPSN 0001234567
Tax stamp on each unit
- Physical stamp
- Applied to every pack or bottle, usually by the manufacturer or importer
- Serial number + 2D code
- Issued by the tax authority; the manufacturer applies it
- Check
- Inspectors and often consumers scan it to confirm the duty was paid
Frequently asked questions
Is product marking mandatory in Georgia?
Only excise goods carry tax stamps: Excise stamps. Other consumer goods are not marked.
What is already in force?
1 Jan 2026: Lower nominal value of excise stamps on tobacco and alcohol.
What code goes on the product?
Excise stamps on imported tobacco and on local and imported alcoholic drinks.
Is aggregation required?
No.
What changes next?
No announced changes found yet.
Where can I check the rules?
Start with Revenue Service of Georgia. All sources are listed at the end of this page.