If you’re planning a trip to Armenia, it’s essential to determine which of the three visa categories applies to your nationality. These categories include:
Additionally, Armenia offers four distinct types of visas based on the purpose of your visit:
Guest Visa – This visa type is designated for travelers visiting Armenia for tourism, business, family visits, or other personal reasons.
Official Visa – Issued to holders of official or special passports, this visa accommodates those on government or intergovernmental missions.
Diplomatic Visa – Reserved for individuals holding diplomatic passports or possessing diplomatic status.
Transit Visa – A transit visa allows single or multiple entries within one year, with each stay not exceeding three days. An extension of up to four days is permitted under special circumstances.
Many citizens from CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) and European Union countries enjoy visa-free access to Armenia. Travelers from these nations can stay in the country for up to 180 days within a one-year period. However, it is important that their passport remains valid for at least three months after their intended departure date from Armenia. Nationals of the following countries are currently eligible for visa-free travel to Armenia:
Citizens of the following countries can receive electronic Armenia visa via the official website. It takes 3 days to review the electronic visa. Currently citizens of following countries eligible for e-visa are:
Nationals whose countries do not fall under the visa-free or e-visa categories must apply for a visa through Armenian embassies or consular offices. One of the key requirements for this process is an official invitation letter. This invitation can be issued by a registered Armenian legal entity, an accredited travel agency, a government institution, or a diplomatic mission. International organizations and their representatives based in Armenia may also provide such letters.
Private individuals wishing to invite a foreign guest must submit the required documentation to the Passport and Visa Department of the Armenian Police. Notably, foreign citizens of Armenian descent can obtain a visa without an invitation.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding visa policies, procedures, and application forms, please consult the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia.