Overview
Georgia (the country) passed a new accessibility law in March 2026, requiring all government and private sector websites to comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards by September 1, 2027.
Who Must Comply?
- Government administrative bodies
- Private entities providing education services
- Healthcare providers and facilities
- Banks, insurance, and microfinance institutions
- Electricity, gas, water, and internet utilities
- Passenger transport services (road, air, sea, rail)
- Retail food sales and postal services
Technical Standard
WCAG 2.1 Level AA — the same standard used by ADA, EAA, Section 508, and AODA.
Deadlines
- New content: Must be accessible from September 1, 2027
- Existing content: Reasonable timeline to achieve compliance
Penalties for Non-Compliance
The law authorizes fines for entities that fail to meet accessibility requirements after the deadline. Specific enforcement mechanisms are being developed.