Armenia

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Phone Code

+374

Capital

Yerevan

Population

2.9 Million

Native Name

Հայաստան

Region

Asia

Western Asia

Timezone

Armenia Time

UTC+04:00

Armenia is a landlocked country in the South Caucasus, known as one of the world's oldest civilizations and the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion. Yerevan, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, serves as the vibrant capital with Soviet-era architecture, museums, and proximity to Mount Ararat. Visitors are drawn to ancient monasteries including Geghard and Tatev, Lake Sevan's alpine beauty, the Genocide Memorial complex, and Armenian hospitality. Armenia offers accessible entry through e-visa and visa-free arrangements for many nationalities.

Visa Requirements for Armenia

Armenia offers visa-free entry for citizens of many countries including EU members, Russia, Georgia, and several others for stays up to 180 days per year. Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can apply for an e-visa online, receiving approval within days. The e-visa application requires a valid passport, passport photograph, travel dates, accommodation details, and payment of the visa fee. E-visas allow single or multiple entries for stays of 21 or 120 days. Traditional visa applications through embassies remain available for those not eligible for e-visa or requiring longer stays. Visa on arrival is available at Yerevan Zvartnots Airport for eligible nationalities.

Common Visa Types

Visa-Free Entry

Up to 180 days per year for most visa-free nationalities; check specific bilateral agreements.

For tourism, business, and short-term visits by citizens of EU countries, CIS members, and other eligible nationalities.

E-Visa (Tourist/Business)

21-day or 120-day stay options; single or multiple entry available; apply online at evisa.mfa.am.

For tourism, business meetings, conferences, or visiting friends and family for eligible nationalities not covered by visa-free arrangements.

Visa on Arrival

21 or 120 days; payment required at airport immigration counter; e-visa generally faster.

For eligible nationalities arriving at Yerevan Zvartnots International Airport without advance visa.

Long-Stay Visa / Residence Permit

1-3 years depending on purpose; requires sponsorship from Armenian employer, university, or family member.

For work, study, family reunification, or long-term residence exceeding tourist visa duration.

Important Travel Information

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure date from Armenia with blank pages for stamps.

E-visa must be printed and presented at the port of entry along with passport. Keep digital and printed copies during your stay.

Armenia and Azerbaijan have ongoing territorial disputes. Travel to Nagorno-Karabakh region and border areas requires extreme caution and may affect future travel.