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Visitor & short-stay visas

Armenian Visitor (Guest) Visa

The standard short-stay visa for tourism, business or visiting relatives, issued as either single or multiple entry to suit the length and pattern of your trip.

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The visitor visa fee of AMD 5,000 is drawn from the mfa.am visa page summary; re-confirm the exact single-entry and multiple-entry amounts on the official mfa.am consular fee schedule before publishing.

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
Visitor visa (guest visa)
Route type
Visitor / short stay
Validity
Up to 120 days, extendable by 60 days
Entries
Single or multiple entry
Cost
AMD 5,000 consular fee
Stated by MFA; payable at banks or online
Maximum stay
Up to 120 days
Extendable by a further 60 days
Where to apply
Border, Armenian embassy/consulate, or online e-visa
Issuing authority
Migration and Citizenship Service, Ministry of Internal Affairs

Who it is for

  • Nationals who need a visa and are not using the e-visa
  • Tourism, business or visiting relatives and friends

What you can do

  • Stay for up to 120 days, with a possible 60-day extension
  • Enter once or multiple times depending on the visa issued

How to apply

  • Apply through an Armenian embassy or consulate (an invitation may be required for some nationalities)
  • Pay the consular fee at a commercial bank or online
  • Apply to the Migration and Citizenship Service to extend before expiry

Requirements

  • A passport valid for the duration of your intended stay.
  • If your nationality is on Armenia's 'invitation required' list, you must first obtain a sponsorship/invitation through the official e-request.am system before applying at a diplomatic mission.
  • Evidence of the purpose of your visit (tourism, visiting family/friends, business) and sufficient funds for your stay may be requested.

Documents you may need

  • Valid passport
  • Completed visa/extension application form
  • Invitation or sponsorship confirmation via e-request.am (only for invitation-required nationalities)
  • Proof of purpose of visit and, where requested, proof of funds and accommodation

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. You apply to the Migration and Citizenship Service inside Armenia before your visa expires. A visitor visa can be extended by up to a further 60 days, keeping your total stay within 180 days in a one-year period.

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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