Visa requirements

Armenia

General visa requirements for travelling to Armenia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic/Official Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 365 days
• Processing time: 15 days
• Fee: Free
• Validity: 1 or 3 years validity
• Entry: Single entry

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Foreign nationals traveling to Armenia in diplomatic or official capacity

• Purpose of visit

  Diplomatic missions, official government business, international organization duties

  Includes

  • Diplomatic or official missions

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-size photographs

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Official invitation from Armenian government entity or diplomatic note from sending country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Completed diplomatic/official visa application form; Form url: https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain diplomatic note or official invitation from Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or receiving entity

2. Document submission

   Submit diplomatic visa application through diplomatic channels to Armenian MFA

3. Processing wait

   MFA processes diplomatic visa application. Official and diplomatic visas issued and extended by MFA

4. Visa collection

   Receive diplomatic or official visa (single or multiple entry, 1 or 3 years validity)

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.