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title: "Visitation Rights"
url: "https://legal.ge/en/service/civil-law-en/visitation-rights-en"
field: "Civil Law"
description: "Protect your parental rights. Legal support for visitation schedules, court representation, and enforcement in Georgia. Find lawyers on Legal.ge."
reviewed: "2026-07-09"
updated: "2026-10-15"
publisher: "legal.ge"
---

# Visitation Rights

> Source: legal.ge, https://legal.ge/en/service/civil-law-en/visitation-rights-en

## Visitation Rights: Legal Protection of the Parent-Child Bond

Family breakdown should not mean the end of a relationship with a child. Georgian legislation explicitly recognizes that regardless of divorce or living separately, both parents have equal rights and obligations to participate in their child's upbringing. Visitation Rights represent a legal mechanism regulating contact between the child and the parent (or other family members, such as grandparents) with whom the child does not permanently reside. This process is often emotionally difficult and becomes a subject of conflict between parties, making a clear legal framework and the involvement of a qualified lawyer essential.

Often, post-divorce disputes revolve precisely around the child visitation schedule. One party may feel the other parent exerts undue influence on the child, or conversely, the other party feels artificially restricted from contacting their child. In such times, the court and social services intervene to establish a regime that primarily serves the best interests of the child. Legal.ge offers access to experienced family law specialists who will help protect your parenting rights and maintain a stable, healthy relationship with your child.

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### Do grandparents have legal visitation rights in Georgia?

Yes, under the Civil Code of Georgia, grandparents can petition the court for visitation rights if the parents are unreasonably denying them contact with their grandchildren.

### Can I stop visitation if I think the other parent is unsafe?

You cannot unilaterally stop court-ordered visitation. You must immediately file a motion with the court to modify the order or request supervision by social services if you have evidence of danger.

### Does the child get to choose which parent to visit?

From age 10, the child's opinion is given significant weight by the court. However, the court ultimately decides based on the child's best interests, not just their preference.

### What happens if the custodial parent moves to another city?

If a move significantly impacts the visitation schedule, the non-custodial parent can request the court to revise the schedule or travel arrangements to ensure continued contact.