🇦🇲Armenia Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Armenia?
It depends on your passport. Out of 197 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 69 enter Armenia visa-free, 126 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 2 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
69
nationalities
Visa on arrival
20
nationalities
E-visa
106
nationalities
Consular visa
2
nationalities
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Armenia tourist e-visa
Armenia publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Armenia eVisa
8-39 USDStay: 21 days / 120 daysProcessing: 3 business days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (arlis.am), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Armenia visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Armenia applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- TunisiaE-visaStay: 120 days
- RussiaVisa-freeStay: 180 days per year
- SenegalE-visaStay: 120 days
- FranceVisa-freeStay: 180 days per year
- BeninE-visaStay: 120 days
- Côte d'IvoireE-visaStay: 120 days
- CameroonE-visaStay: 120 days
- Burkina FasoE-visaStay: 120 days
- GuineaE-visaStay: 120 days
- NigeriaE-visaStay: 120 days
- UgandaE-visaStay: 120 days
- The GambiaE-visaStay: 120 days
- CubaE-visaStay: 120 days
- GhanaE-visaStay: 120 days
- Dominican RepublicVisa on arrivalStay: 120 days
- NepalE-visaStay: 120 days
- PeruVisa on arrivalStay: 120 days
- Sierra LeoneE-visaStay: 120 days
- North MacedoniaVisa on arrivalStay: 120 days
- YemenE-visaStay: 120 days
Armenia visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Armenia publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 15,000 AMD | Portal | ||
| Armenia eVisa | Short stay | 21 days / 120 days | 8-39 USD | 3 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Yerevan
Population
2,990,000
Currency
Armenian dram (AMD ֏)
Languages
Armenian, Russian
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+374
Timezone
Asia/Yerevan
Area
29,800 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
September 21 (Independence Proclamation)
Internet domain
.am
About
Armenia is a Caucasus country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. It is known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, being the first nation to adopt Christianity as the state religion. The capital is Yerevan.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow local and French authorities' advice
Transport
- Drive carefully, avoid at night
Natural risks(Frequent earthquakes due to tectonic location)
- Know procedures in case of earthquake
Health(Limited healthcare system outside Yerevan)
- Recommended vaccines: DTP, hepatitis A/B
- Repatriation insurance mandatory
Practical tips
- Register with the Ariane traveler registry
- Copy important documents
- Avoid protests
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Yerevan · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Armenia?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Armenia across 197 nationalities: 69 visa-free, 20 with a visa on arrival, 106 with an e-visa, 2 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Armenia visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 15,000 AMD (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Armenia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Moderate overall risk level, with increased vigilance near borders due to regional tensions.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Armenia?▾
The official currency is Armenian dram (AMD ֏). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Armenia?▾
The capital of Armenia is Yerevan. The main spoken languages are: Armenian, Russian.
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