01What exactly is the official special programme/status and why does it exist?
A special (temporary) residence permit granted when a member of the Government of Georgia submits a written initiative for a particular foreign national. The official source does not state why the programme exists.
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Limits of the record- The sources do not state why the programme exists.
Which specific population, role, circumstance or historical/legal situation does it cover?
Answer not available
What circumstance, event, relationship, nomination, invitation or status activates access?
Access is activated by a written application or initiative by a member of the Government of Georgia.
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What sponsor, authority, nomination, certification, evidence or other step must occur before the status can be obtained?
The minister's written initiative must exist, and the usual refusal grounds (Article 18) are not checked. The fee is GEL 0 and the decision is made on the 10th day.
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What immigration status and rights result, how long do they last, can family be included, and what happens if the special qualifying circumstance ends?
A special residence permit, first issued for up to 5 years; it ends when the relevant government member requests it in writing. The official source does not state the rights attached or whether family can be included.
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Limits of the record- No source on family inclusion or rights attached.
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