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Residence & citizenship

Armenian Citizenship by Naturalisation

Armenian citizenship acquired after a qualifying period of lawful residence, with language and Constitution requirements to be met before naturalisation is granted.

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The electronic citizenship filing portal and effective date (reported as mcs-citizenship.am from 27 January 2026) and exact residence thresholds should be confirmed on migration.mia.gov.am.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Armenia government website before you apply.
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Official name
Acquisition of citizenship by naturalisation
Route type
Citizenship
Residence requirement
3 years (1 year for Armenian descent, spouses, parents of Armenian minors)
Application
Filed electronically via the Migration and Citizenship Service

Who it is for

  • Long-term lawful residents of Armenia
  • Spouses of Armenian citizens and people of Armenian descent (shorter residence)

Requirements

  • Qualifying period of lawful residence
  • Basic knowledge of the Armenian language
  • Knowledge of the Constitution of Armenia
  • Good character

How to apply

  • File the citizenship application electronically through the Migration and Citizenship Service
  • Apply through an Armenian consular office if abroad
  • Sit the language and Constitution requirements as applicable

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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