STUDENT INFORMATION GUIDE · 04
Your First Seven Days in Georgia
Your first week is an opportunity to become familiar with your surroundings, complete essential arrangements, and prepare for university life.
In this guide
Day 1 — Arrival and accommodation
Focus on reaching your accommodation safely and settling in.
- Complete airport arrival procedures and arrange transport to your accommodation.
- Confirm your accommodation, contact relevant family or friends, and rest after travel.
Day 2 — Mobile connectivity
Make sure you can communicate and navigate locally.
- Explore local SIM or eSIM options and mobile internet.
- Save important contacts and set up essential communication and navigation applications.
Day 3 — Explore your neighborhood
Learn the practical places and routes near you.
- Find supermarkets and pharmacies.
- Locate transport stops and practice your route to university.
Day 4 — University orientation
Check your institution's own instructions.
- Confirm registration requirements and visit campus if appropriate.
- Locate student services, review schedules, and learn the university's systems.
Day 5 — Banking and everyday essentials
Set up useful services at your own pace.
- Compare banking options and institution-specific account requirements.
- Learn local payment methods and arrange remaining household essentials.
Day 6 — Administrative preparation
Be aware of your individual lawful-stay conditions.
- Identify any applicable residence procedures and deadlines using official sources.
- Organize the documents you may need.
Day 7 — Prepare for academic life
Get ready for the start of classes.
- Review the academic calendar and university contact details.
- Prepare materials, plan your commute, and identify student support resources.
HOW GIAB ASSISTS YOU
Support for your next step
GIAB can help you prepare for arrival, understand local transport, explore accommodation, navigate university orientation, and identify practical or administrative tasks. Airport transport coordination depends on availability.
Student Portal assistance is planned and not yet available.