Embassy of France in Tbilisi, Georgia; address 8 rue Grigor Loussavoritch, Tbilisi; phone +995602141901. Head of mission: Mr. Olivier Courteaud.
Head of mission: Mr. Olivier Courteaud, Ambassador (as of 2026)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. While it may appeal to a segment of Georgian travelers, only a portion of the 3.8 million Georgians who travel abroad each year are likely to consider France as their destination.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Georgia. It ranks 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, but it is safer than Georgia, which has no available data for this specific metric. According to the Global Peace Index, France is ranked 84th out of 160 countries, compared to Georgia's 98th position. In terms of murder rates, France has a lower rate at 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Georgia's 1.9. Additionally, when examining organized crime indices, France scores higher (worse) than Georgia in several categories, such as mafia groups and crime networks, but Georgia also faces significant challenges in these areas. Overall, while both countries have their safety concerns, France tends to be safer than Georgia based on various crime statistics. Tourists should remain vigilant and take standard precautions while traveling in either country.