The foundations of the authorization regime
Under the Georgian Law on Electronic Communications, activity in the field of electronic communications is carried out on the basis of authorization, and regulation is conducted under the principle of technological neutrality — the same rules apply regardless of the technology. Authorization is necessary in only two cases: it is not required for the organization of special electronic communication networks and for the organization of an internal corporate network of an enterprise, institution or organization created for non-commercial purposes. In every other case, entering the market begins with authorization.
Authorization is carried out by the Commission: it authorizes persons carrying on activity in the field and keeps the departmental registry of authorized persons, and also supervises their compliance with Georgian legislation — including the Commission's own resolutions and decisions. The Commission is thus both the gateway to the market and the standing supervisor of those acting in it.