Armenia
Passports
Passport valid for
at least four months required by all.Visas
Required by all except:
(a) nationals of CIS countries (except Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan, who do require a visa);
(b) nationals Serbia & Montenegro;
(c) nationals continuing their journey within 72 hours, provided remaining in the airport transit lounge and holding all documents required for the next destination and confirmed onward ticketNote
(a) and (b) A letter of invitation may still be required for these nationals when traveling on business. (c) If leaving the airport, a transit visa may be issued on arrival for a stay of maximum three days, provided holding a visa (if required) for the final destination.Types of visa and cost
Ordinary/Tourist: US$60, US$86 (three day express processing), US$95 (24-hour express processing). Single-entry (with official invitation): US$35. Multiple-entry (with official invitation): US$65. Transit: US$18 (single-entry); US$36 (double entry).
Note: There is no charge for diplomatic and official visas, or for those issued to persons under 18 years of age.Validity
Tourist/Ordinary: 21 days. Single-entry and Multiple-entry: three months. Transit: three days. Visas must be used within 90 days of date of issue.Application to
Embassy (or Consular Section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.Application requirements
(a) Completed application form. (b) One recent passport-size photo. (c) Passport valid for at least four months. (d) Fee, payable by money order or certified cheque. (e) Postal applications should be sent by registered mail or by courier. Single-entry/Multiple-entry: (a)-(e) and, (f) Official invitation letter, duly authorized in Armenia (for stays over 21 days).Working days required
Seven. Urgent visas can be processed in one or three days for a higher fee (see above).Temporary residence
For stays of longer than three months, a residency permit must be obtained from the Foreign Ministry in Yerevan.
No Test Required
US$20 per person (usually payable in local currency). Although this is normally paid at the airport, visitors staying in the large hotels may sometimes pay at their hotel, and present the receipt at the airport check-in desk. Transit passengers and children under 12 years of age are exempt.
Embassy of the Republic of Armenia in the UK
25A Cheniston Gardens, London W8 6TG, UK
Tel: (020) 7938 5435.
E-mail: armemb@armenianembassyuk.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 1000-1200 and 1500-1700. Embassy of the Republic of Armenia in the USA
2225 R Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 319 1976 or 2983 (consular section).
Website: www.armeniaemb.org
Also deals with enquiries from Canada. Travel Advice
Because of an unresolved dispute over Nagorno Karabakh, all but essential travel near the border with Azerbaijan is advised against. Particular care should be taken in the Tavush and Gegharkunic regions, as there is sporadic gunfire. Vehicles traveling on the road from Ljevan to Noyemberyan are particularly vulnerable. Political demonstrations sometimes turn violent. Internal travel, especially by air, may be disrupted by fuel shortages and other problems.
In addition, you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
