Everything UAE residents need to know to visit Armenia — who's visa-free, e-Visa types and fees, required documents, and step-by-step instructions.
Last updated: August 2026UAE citizens can enter Armenia visa-free for stays of up to 180 days. UAE residents (expatriates) holding a valid residence permit (6+ months' validity) have been eligible for visa-free entry for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period since 1 July 2025 — while a small number of nationalities may still need to apply for Armenia's e-Visa in advance at evisa.mfa.am. E-Visa fees run from around AED 29 for 21 days to AED 140 for 120 days, with approval typically within 3 working days. Once your visa is sorted, browse our Armenia holiday packages from Dubai to plan the rest of your trip.
UAE nationals enter visa-free; UAE residents with a valid residence permit (6+ months) also qualify for 90 days visa-free, since July 2025.
For eligible nationalities not covered above. Applied for entirely online at evisa.mfa.am, approved within up to 3 working days.
Let a visa agent manage your application end-to-end — documents, submission and tracking — typically within 3–5 working days.
Armenia's visa rules for GCC-based residents have changed more than once in recent years and vary by nationality — always verify your current eligibility on evisa.mfa.am or with a visa specialist before booking flights.
Your requirement depends on both your passport nationality and, for residents, your UAE/GCC residence status.
UAE passport holders can travel to Armenia visa-free for stays of up to 180 days. Simply present a valid passport at Armenian immigration on arrival — no advance application needed.
Since 1 July 2025, UAE residents holding a valid residence permit with at least 6 months' remaining validity can enter Armenia visa-free for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period — no advance application needed, just your passport and residence permit at the border. If your residence card is printed only in Arabic, carry a certified English or Armenian translation. A small number of nationalities still fall outside this arrangement and need the e-Visa instead. Prefer a fully guided trip? See our Armenia tour packages from Dubai for guided itineraries that include visa guidance.
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Armenia sorts every nationality into one of four entry categories — here's how they compare.
| Category | Who it covers | Action needed |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-free entry | UAE citizens & many other nationalities (up to 180 days) | None — travel with a valid passport |
| Visa on arrival (VOA) | Select nationalities, and holders of a valid visa/residence permit from the US, EU/Schengen, UK, Australia, NZ, South Korea, Japan, Russia or Canada | Pay entry fee at the border checkpoint |
| e-Visa | 73+ eligible nationalities not covered above | Apply online in advance at evisa.mfa.am |
| Embassy / sticker visa | A smaller list of nationalities requiring an invitation letter | Apply at an Armenian embassy with MFA-approved invitation |
For GCC-based residents, only a valid residence permit counts toward VOA/visa-free eligibility — a GCC visit visa alone does not qualify.
If your nationality requires an e-Visa, Armenia offers two standard types.
| Type | Fee (AMD) | Fee (approx. AED) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21-day e-Visa | AMD 3,000 | ~AED 29 | Up to 21 days, single entry |
| 120-day e-Visa | AMD 15,000 | ~AED 140 | Up to 120 days, single entry |
| Extension (per day, up to 60 days) | AMD 500 | ~AED 5 | Apply 15 working days before expiry |
Minors under 18 and family members of Armenian citizens are exempt from e-Visa fees. Fees are paid online during the application and are non-refundable regardless of outcome, so double-check your details before submitting.
If you need to apply online, here's the complete step-by-step process.
Visit evisa.mfa.am and confirm your nationality qualifies for the e-Visa, rather than visa-free or VOA entry.
Enter your email address to receive a confirmation link, then click through to begin the form.
Fill in personal details, passport information, travel dates, purpose of visit and contact information in Armenia.
A scanned color passport bio-page and a recent passport-style photo (35×45mm, white background) are required for all applicants.
Pay online by card and receive an application ID to track progress. Decisions are typically issued within 3 working days.
Once approved, print your e-Visa PDF and present it with your passport at the Armenian border — Zvartnots Airport or a land crossing.
Apply at least one week before travel, and avoid booking non-refundable flights until your e-Visa is approved.
Requirements differ slightly depending on your route — here's what to prepare for each.
Citizens of Egypt, Iraq and India face additional conditional requirements for the e-Visa: mandatory travel insurance, plus either a valid visa/residence permit from a major country (US, EU, UK, etc.) or a full document set (return ticket, invitation letter, bank statement and insurance).
Approximate costs across the different application routes — always confirm current fees before applying.
| Route | Approx. Cost |
|---|---|
| Visa-free entry (UAE citizens / eligible residents) | AED 0 |
| Armenia e-Visa (21-day, self-applied) | ~AED 29 (AMD 3,000) |
| Armenia e-Visa (120-day, self-applied) | ~AED 140 (AMD 15,000) |
| e-Visa extension (per day, up to 60 days) | ~AED 5/day (AMD 500) |
| Assisted visa service (agent-handled, all fees included) | ~AED 750 |
A travel or medical insurance policy covering your Armenia trip is strongly recommended — and mandatory for some nationalities — with typical coverage of AED 183,500 (~USD 50,000) for medical emergencies.
Self-applied e-Visa: Official processing is up to 3 working days, with no expedited option. Apply at least a week before travel to allow buffer time.
Agent-assisted application: Using a visa service typically takes around 3–5 working days from document submission to approval, since the agent also handles document checks before filing.
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