Turkey-Georgia Border Crossings

Complete guide to Turkey-Georgia border crossings: Sarp/Sarpi and Türkgözü/Vale gates, required documents, opening hours and practical travel tips.

Border Crossings at a Glance

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Sarp / Sarpi — Black Sea Gate

The busiest and most popular crossing. Open 24/7. Approx. 190 km from Trabzon, 20 km from Hopa, 12 km from Batumi. Suitable for pedestrians, cars, and buses.

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Türkgözü / Vale — Inland Gate

Open 24/7. Approx. 170 km from Kars, 97 km from Ardahan, 12 km from Akhaltsikhe, 230 km from Tbilisi. Ideal for travellers heading directly to the Georgian capital.

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Opening Hours

Both crossings are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Peak congestion: 07:00–09:00. Night crossings or early mornings are strongly recommended to avoid queues.

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Required Documents

Passport or ID card for Turkish nationals. Green Card insurance required for vehicle crossings. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.