Visa de Armenia
Guide for a seamless entry into Armenia

Europe: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Moldova, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican.

Asia: China (90 days), Hong Kong, Iran (90 days), Japan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Macau, Qatar, Singapore, South Korea, Tajikistan, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan.

Americas & Pacific: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Ecuador, New Zealand, Panama, United States of America, Uruguay.

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Chile, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Mexico, North Korea, North Macedonia, Oman, Peru, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey.

All EU and Schengen countries, all GCC countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE), Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Russia, South Korea, United Kingdom, USA.

This option is no available to nationals of countries requiring an embassy-issued sticker visa for entry.

Asia & Africa: Algeria, Bahrain, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Morocco, Myanmar, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Vietnam.

Américas: Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela.

Pacífico: Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu
Vanuatu.

Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestine, Sri Lanka, Syria, Yemen.

Africa: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

If you do not qualify for visa-free travel, e-visas, or visas on arrival, obtaining an invitation letter from an individual or a legal entity in Armenia is necessary.

Additionally, individuals of Armenian ethnicity are exempt from the invitation letter requirement. They can secure a visa by providing proof of their Armenian heritage through documents like a passport, birth certificate, or certified baptism certificate, verifying their or their parents' Armenian descent. This exemption also extends to immediate family members of Armenian citizens or ethnic Armenians, including spouses, parents, children, siblings.

Foreign nationals with permanent resident status in the United States, Australia, Canada, Japan, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Switzerland, or a Schengen country (excluding Spain, Portugal, and Greece) may also be exempt from the invitation letter requirement at the consular officer's discretion.

Invitation letters from individuals should be forwarded to the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia. Conversely, letters from legal entities should be directed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The approval process for these letters entails a security check, which may span 2-3 weeks or longer. During this process, a security officer may meet with or have a phone call with the person submitting the invitation letter to ensure compliance with immigration requirements.

Europe: Austria, Bielorrusia, Bélgica, Bulgaria, Republica checa, Denmark, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Holy See, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom.

Americas: Argentina, Brasil, Canadá, Mexico, United States.

Asia & Africa: China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, Syria, Turkmenistan, U.A.E., Vietnam.

Under Armenian law, visa overstay is considered an administrative offense, punishable by a monetary fine. The fines are levied based on the number of offenses and the duration of the overstay:

Primera ofensa: In practice, the first offense is typically penalized with a fine of $130 (AMD 50,000).
Reincidencia: The second offense carries a fine ranging from $157 to $235 (AMD 60,000 to 90,000), depending on the length of the overstay.
Terceras infracciones y subsiguientes: Any third or subsequent offenses are punishable by a fine of $261 (AMD 100,000).

The process of obtaining a visa from an Armenian embassy (if you are not eligible for visa-free travel or visa on arrival) typically entails a standard set of document submissions. The essential documents are:

• Un pasaporte válido,
• Completed visa application form,
• Passport-sized colored photograph.

Additionally, consular officers may request supplementary documents to evaluate the validity of your travel intentions and your financial capability to visit Armenia. These supplementary documents could include:

• An invitation letter,
• Proof of hotel booking,
• Tax returns,
• Bank account statements, among others.

The document requirements for an e-visa are similar, with the primary difference being the online submission of these documents.

Moreover, you will need to pay the applicable visa fee, which may vary based on the type and duration of the visa you are applying for.

Armenia offers a range of visitor visas catering to different purposes of visit. The classes of visitor visas include:

• Tourism and Visits to Family and Friends (V-1)
• Family Reunification (V-2)
• Medical Treatment (V-3)
• Studies (V-4)
• Attendance at Cultural, Athletic, Scientific or Other Events (V-5)
• Participation in Humanitarian, Charitable, Technical Assistance and Similar Programs (V-6)
• Business, Investment or Work (V-7)
• Crew Members (V-8)

The procedure for obtaining any of these visitor visas is generally uniform, regardless of the specific purpose of your visit.

For long-term stays in Armenia, traditional visas issued by Armenian embassies won't suffice. Instead, you'll need to obtain a residence permit, which can be categorized into temporary, permanent, or special permits. It's important to note that while temporary and permanent residence permits are issued exclusively within Armenia, special residence permits can be obtained at Armenian embassies abroad.

E-visas are typically processed within 3 business days. On the other hand, regular visas are usually issued by embassies within 10 days. However, if an invitation letter has already been approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the visa is normally issued on the day of application.

If you do not qualify for visa-free travel or an e-visa, you will need to obtain a visa at an Armenian embassy. A list of Armenian embassies can be found above. For instance, a Nigerian citizen might choose to apply for a visa at the Armenian embassy in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E., or Cairo, Egypt, while a citizen of Bangladesh could apply at the embassy in New Delhi, India.

You should be able to enter and exit Armenia as long as your passport is valid. There is not a requirement for your passport to be valid for a specific period beyond your stay. If you have obtained an Armenian visa and then changed your passport, you can still use that visa by presenting both your new passport and the old passport containing the visa to the border control officer.

According to the regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union, you are required to declare cash amounts exceeding US$ 10,000. Failing to declare could result in criminal liability. There are not any restrictions on the amount you can bring into or take out of Armenia, as long as you declare the cash.

Currently, there are no requirements to show vaccination documents when entering Armenia.

Below is a list of legal regulations and resources available in Armenian to help you understand visa and immigration procedures:

• Ley de Extranjería - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=183150
• Ley de Deberes del Estado - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=183661
• Reglamento sobre emisión de visas - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=181287
• List of Countries Whose Nationals Require Invitations - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=165276
• Reglamento sobre cartas de invitación - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=180387
• Regulation on Exemptions from Invitation Requirement - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?DocID=47120
• Reglamento sobre permisos de residencia - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=158552
• Código de infracciones administrativas - https://www.arlis.am/DocumentView.aspx?docid=183665

Armenia experiences a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. It's advisable to check the weather forecasts before your visit to plan accordingly.

The official currency of Armenia is the Armenian Dram (AMD). It's advisable to have some local currency for small purchases, though many places accept credit cards.

Armenian is the official language. Russian is widely spoken and understood. English is also spoken, especially in Yerevan and by the younger population.

English is increasingly spoken, especially among the younger population and in urban areas like Yerevan. However, proficiency may vary, and knowing a few phrases in Armenian or Russian could be helpful.

Armenia is rich in historic sites like the Echmiadzin Cathedral, Garni Temple, and Geghard Monastery. The capital Yerevan, Lake Sevan, and the Dilijan National Park are also popular attractions.

Armenia has a network of buses and taxis. Yerevan has a metro system. For long-distance travel, buses and shared taxis are common. While there isn't Uber service in Armenia, there are equivalent ride-hailing services such as Yandex Taxi and GG Taxi which are widely used and provide a convenient alternative for getting around.

In case of emergency, you can dial 911 for immediate assistance. It's also advisable to have the contact information of your country's embassy.

E-visa Availability: Yes
Validity: Up to 120 days, extendable by another 60 days.
Application: Online at Armenian E-visa portal.

U.A.E., Qatar, and Kuwait:
Visa Requirement: No
Duration: Up to 180 days per year.

Bahrain and Saudi Arabia:
E-visa Availability: Yes
Validity: Up to 120 days, extendable by another 60 days.
Application: Online at Armenian E-visa portal.

Oman:
Visa on Arrival: Yes
E-visa Availability: Yes
Validity: Up to 120 days, extendable by another 60 days.
Application: Online at Armenian E-visa portal.

Note: Visas on arrival are available to nationals of all countries (excluding those requiring an embassy-issued sticker visa) holding a valid GCC country visa or residence card.

Visa Requirement: No
Duration: Up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Stays beyond 90 days require a residence permit. 

E-visa Availability: Yes
Validity: Up to 120 days, extendable by another 60 days.
Application: Online at Armenian E-visa portal.

Visa on Arrival: Yes
E-visa Availability: Yes
Validity: Up to 120 days, extendable by another 60 days.
Application: Online at Armenian E-visa portal.

E-visa Availability: No
Visa Requirement: Yes, obtainable at Armenian embassies with an invitation letter, exceptions apply for ethnic Armenians and their family members.

E-visa Availability: No
Visa Requirement: Yes, obtainable at Armenian embassies abroad with an invitation letter, exceptions apply for ethnic Armenians and their family members.
Note: Visa procurement may be challenging due to lack of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Armenia.

E-visa Availability: Yes
Validity: Up to 120 days, extendable by another 60 days.
Application: Online at Armenian E-visa portal.