Azerbaijani tourists spent nearly $108M in Georgia in 1H2026

In the first half of 2026, Georgia's tourism sector earned $107.6 million from Azerbaijani tourists, marking a 4.9% increase compared to the same period last year.

According to Report, citing statistics from the National Bank of Georgia, revenues from Azerbaijani visitors amounted to $48.1 million in the first quarter and $59.5 million in the second quarter.

Overall, Georgia's tourism industry generated $1.931 billion in the first six months of the year.

Data shows that Azerbaijan ranked among the top five countries contributing to Georgia's tourism revenues in early 2026.

The European Union (including the UK) led with $335.7 million (17.4%). Russia followed with $307.1 million (15.9%). Türkiye ranked third with $255.1 million (13.2%), and Israel came fourth with $222.7 million (11.5%).