Residence permit in Armenia

Foreign citizens can obtain a residence permit in accordance with legal provisions if they meet the required criteria. These criteria may include having a business, being employed by an Armenian company, having Armenian ancestry, pursuing studies, and more. Different types of residence permits may have additional eligibility criteria. When registering on our platform, you can either specify the basis for your residence permit or utilize our assistance to swiftly establish it

The timeline for applying for a residence permit can vary, taking between two to ten days, depending on factors such as the preparation of the application and proper document compilation. The approval of the residence permit status itself typically occurs within 30 days from the date of application, as per the Republic of Armenia law. However, this timeframe may be subject to variation based on the workload of the relevant state body, and they will provide advance notice.

The cost of obtaining a residence permit can also vary, depending on multiple factors and the chosen duration of the residence permit you are applying for. For instance, the state fee for a temporary residence card for up to 1 year may be 105,000 drams, while a special passport for up to 10 years may cost 150,000 drams. You can find detailed fee information in the Republic of Armenia Law On State Duty, specifically in Part 8, Article 14

Official List of Documents Required to Obtain a Residence Permit in Armenia in 2023:

1. Questionneire - Application.

2. Three 35 x 45 mm color photographs.

3. Passport, a copy of the passport, and a notarized translation of the passport into Armenian.

4.Documents confirming the circumstances for obtaining residence status (extension of residence status) in the Republic of Armenia.

5. Health certificate.

6. State duty payment receipt.

The primary law that defines the conditions is the Republic of Armenia Law On Foreigners. Our team is prepared to provide a concise explanation of all regulatory norms and assist you in relocating your family and business to Armenia

If our client possesses all the legal prerequisites for obtaining a residence permit and their documents are in proper order, there should be no obstacles in obtaining a residence permit.

Furthermore, our team ensures that all documents align with the official requirements. However, a residence permit may be denied if the applicant has had legal issues within the Republic of Armenia

In practice, sending data via email is possible, but to ensure utmost security and user-friendliness, we've developed the Documan platform. With us, your data will be safeguarded, and processes will be expedited. Within your account, you can track the progress and status of your residence permit application or business registration in Armenia. We are always available to answer your calls and respond to your emails. Our team of lawyers is ready to provide guidance on any matters related to obtaining and utilizing residence permits

Proof of Armenian Origin: You can confirm your Armenian origin with one of the following documents:

A document confirming Armenian citizenship, as verified by governmental entities in your country of citizenship.

A birth certificate or other identity document that includes information about the applicant's parent, grandparent, brother, or sister's ancestry.

Note: An identity document of a half-sister or half-brother can serve as proof only if their ethnicity is based on a common parent

1) Application form

2) valid passport issued by a foreign state and a copy thereof

3) 3 photographs (colour) of 35 x 45 mm size

4) birth certificate and a copy thereof

5) marriage certificate and a copy thereof

6) spouse's passport and a copy thereof

7) child's birth certificate and a copy thereof or a certificate confirming citizenship of the Republic of Armenia and a copy thereof or a passport of a citizen of the Republic of Armenia and a copy thereof

8) One of the documents proving that the applicant is Armenian by nationality