Welcome to the Armenia Holidays Passports & Visa page! Here's everything you need to know about traveling to Armenia.
Who Needs a Visa?
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Most travelers need a visa to enter Armenia.
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Citizens of some countries can stay for up to 180 days without a visa within a year, depending on agreements with Armenia.
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Invitation-only Visas: Citizens of certain countries can only apply for a visa with an invitation. You can find the full list here.
Types of Visas
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Visitor Visa: Issued for up to 120 days, with the option to extend for another 60 days.
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Official and Diplomatic Visas: Issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia.
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E-Visas: Available for certain nationalities.
Visa-Free Access (up to 180 days)
Citizens from countries like Andorra, Australia, France, Germany, and many others don’t need a visa to visit Armenia. You can stay for up to 180 days in one year. See the full list on the Visa-Free Countries section.
Temporary Visa Exemption (2023-2026)
Nationals from 113 countries holding a valid residence permit from the USA, EU, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and others are exempt from needing a visa from January 1 to July 1, 2026. They can stay up to 180 days.
How to Apply for a Visa
If you need an invitation, it must be submitted through the Unified Portal and can come from:
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Legal entities in Armenia
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Government agencies
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Individuals (submitted to the Migration and Citizenship Service)
Visa Extension
To extend your stay, contact the Migration and Citizenship Service for a visa extension application.
Arriving and Leaving Armenia
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You must have a valid passport and, if required, a visa or residency status.
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Minors can enter with parents or legal guardians.
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If you arrive without the proper documents, you may be denied entry.
For further assistance with your visa application or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
