🇦🇲Visa options for Armenia
Armenia offers 14 permit types across 7 categories — visa-free entry for 65+ countries (180 days), E-Visa (AMD 3,000–38), EAEU free movement for Russia/Belarus/Kazakhstan/Kyrgyzstan, Entrepreneur Residence, Armenian Diaspora Permanent Residence for ethnic Armenians worldwide, and a new Investment Fast-Track Permanent Residence launching August 1, 2026. Citizenship possible after 6 years total. 8 lead to PR; 12 don't require a job offer.
14permit types
7categories
8PR pathways
12no job needed
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Visa categories in Armenia
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Visitor (3)
Visa-Free Entry 65+ Countries
Free. Up to 180 days/year for USA, EU, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, S. Korea, and many CIS/EAEU nations. A temporary exemption (Jan 1 – Jul 1, 2026) extended access to holders of valid US/EU/Schengen/GCC residence permits from 113 countries.
E-Visa (Electronic Visa) AMD 3,000–20,000
AMD 3,000 (~USD 8) for 21 days; AMD 15,000 (~USD 38) for 120 days; AMD 20,000+ for multiple entry. Apply at evisa.mfa.am. 1–3 business days processing. Eight purpose categories: tourist, family, medical, study, cultural, humanitarian, business, other.
Visa on Arrival (Sticker Visa) AMD 5,000
AMD 5,000 (~USD 13) at Zvartnots International Airport and selected land border crossings. Up to 120 days. Immediate upon arrival.
Work (3)
EAEU Free Movement (Work Without Permit) Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan
Free. Unlimited stay (registration after 30 days). Citizens of EAEU member states can live and work in Armenia with the same rights as Armenian citizens. No work permit needed. Access to social services, healthcare, and education on equal terms.
Work Permit (Non-EAEU Employees) AMD 100,000–150,000
AMD 100,000 (employer-paid, rising to AMD 150,000 from Jan 2027). Via workpermit.am. Labour market test required — employer must post vacancy and await local responses. 1 year, renewable.
Temporary Residence Permit — Employment AMD 105,000
AMD 105,000 (rising to AMD 150,000 from Jan 2027). For non-EAEU workers with a valid work permit. 1 year renewable. Processing: up to 4 months currently; 30 days from August 2026 via digital platform. PR after 3 years.
Special (2)
Temporary Residence Permit — Entrepreneur/Business Owner AMD 105,000
AMD 105,000 (rising to AMD 150,000 from Jan 2027). Register an LLC or sole proprietorship in Armenia. From August 2026: AMD 1,000,000 minimum turnover (60 days before application) OR AMD 1,000,000 bank balance. Status revoked if business ceases for 180+ days. PR after 3 years of active business.
Armenian Diaspora Permanent Residence (Special Status) AMD 150,000
For ethnic Armenians worldwide — prove Armenian ancestry via genealogical documentation. Current 10-year special residency abolished August 1, 2026; existing holders transition to 5-year PR card without waiting period. Diaspora Armenians retain direct permanent residence access without investment.
Permanent (2)
Permanent Residence Permit AMD 140,000 → 250,000
AMD 140,000 until end of 2026; AMD 250,000 from Jan 2027 (non-refundable). After 3 years of continuous lawful temporary residence. Max 183 days absence/year. 5-year card, indefinitely renewable. From August 2026: fully digital via permits.am, 30-day processing. Citizenship after 3 more years + Armenian constitution exam.
Investment Fast-Track Permanent Residence New — August 2026
AMD 250,000. Launching August 1, 2026. Immediate 5-year PR without the 3-year temporary residence waiting period. No physical presence requirement for investors. Investment thresholds to be published before August 2026. Fully digital application, 30-day processing.
Humanitarian (2)
Refugee Status Free
Free. Armenia is party to the 1951 Refugee Convention. Applications to Migration and Citizenship Service (MCS). UNHCR Armenia assists. 3-year renewable permit. Full labour market access upon recognition. PR after 3 years of lawful residence.
Stateless Person Status Free
Free. For persons who cannot obtain nationality from any country. Armenia recognises the 1954 Convention on Stateless Persons. Annually renewable. Labour market access upon recognition. Assessed by MCS with UNHCR Armenia support.
Family (1)
Temporary Residence Permit — Family Reunification AMD 105,000
AMD 105,000 (rising to AMD 150,000 from Jan 2027). For spouses, children, and parents of Armenian citizens or foreign residents. Until November 2026, extended family (grandparents, siblings) also eligible. Free labour market access. PR after 3 years.
Study (1)
Temporary Residence Permit — Student AMD 105,000
AMD 105,000 (rising to AMD 150,000 from Jan 2027). For enrolled students at Armenian educational institutions. 1 year, renewable. Cannot convert directly to permanent residence — must first switch to employment or business basis. Limited part-time work permitted.
Frequently Asked Questions about moving to Armenia
How many visa types does Armenia offer?
Armenia offers 14 permit types across 7 categories — 3 visitor entry options (visa-free for 65+ countries, e-visa from AMD 3,000, visa on arrival), 3 work permits (EAEU free movement, work permit, employment temp residence), plus study, family, entrepreneur, diaspora, standard and investment permanent residence, and refugee/stateless humanitarian protection. All processed by Armenia's Migration and Citizenship Service (MCS).
Can I enter Armenia without a visa?
Yes — citizens of over 65 countries can enter Armenia visa-free for up to 180 days per year, including USA, all EU member states, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, and CIS/EAEU countries. An e-visa is available at evisa.mfa.am from AMD 3,000 (~USD 8) for 21 days or AMD 15,000 (~USD 38) for 120 days. A visa on arrival (AMD 5,000) is also available at Zvartnots International Airport.
How do I get permanent residency in Armenia?
Armenia offers three permanent residence pathways: (1) Standard Permanent Residence after 3 years of continuous temporary residence (AMD 140,000 until end 2026, rising to AMD 250,000 in 2027); (2) Investment Fast-Track PR launching August 1, 2026 — immediate 5-year PR without the 3-year wait, no physical presence requirement; (3) Armenian Diaspora Permanent Residence for ethnic Armenians worldwide (no investment required). Armenian citizenship is possible 3 years after permanent residence, requiring an Armenian constitution exam.
What are Armenia's 2026 immigration reforms?
Armenia's major 2026 immigration reforms take effect August 1, 2026: all residency applications move to a fully digital platform (permits.am) with 30-day processing; annual quotas introduced by category (labour, business, education); maximum 183-day absence rule enforced; business residence requires AMD 1,000,000 minimum turnover or bank balance; the 10-year diaspora special residency is abolished and replaced with the standard 5-year permanent residence card; and a new investment fast-track permanent residence launches.
How do I check my eligibility for Armenia visas?
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