Armenia offers three primary types of residence permits:

• Temporary Residence Permit
  Valid for up to 1 year, renewable annually. Suitable for individuals working, studying, or conducting business in Armenia.
• Permanent Residence Permit
  Valid for 5 years, renewable. Ideal for those with long-term ties to Armenia, such as property ownership or close family relations.
• Special Residence Permit
  Valid for 10 years, renewable. Typically granted to individuals of Armenian descent or those contributing significantly to Armenia’s cultural or economic sectors.

Eligibility criteria vary depending on the type of permit:

• Temporary Residence: Applicants must have a valid reason such as employment, education, business activities, or family ties in Armenia.
  If you don’t currently have a base or reason, contact our specialists — we will do our best to help you find a suitable solution.

   

• Permanent Residence: Typically requires at least three years of continuous residence in Armenia, along with other qualifying factors such as property ownership or family ties.

   

• Special Residence: Primarily intended for individuals of Armenian origin or those who have made notable contributions to Armenia’s culture or economy.

Required documents depend on the type of service you choose, but commonly include:

• Completed application form

   

• Valid passport and its notarized Armenian translation

   

• Passport-sized photographs

   

• Medical certificate

   

• Proof of the basis for residency (e.g., employment contract, business registration, proof of Armenian descent)

   

• State duty payment receipt

   

Our specialists will assist you with the entire document preparation process, so you won’t need to worry about a thing.

Processing times may vary:

• Temporary Residence: Typically processed within 30 working days, but may take up to 90 days depending on application complexity and Migration Service workload.
  
  
• Permanent & Special Residence: These may take longer depending on case specifics and current processing times.

Typical issues include:

• Incomplete Documentation: Missing or incorrectly prepared documents may lead to delays or rejection.
  
  
• Wrong Application Basis: Applying under an incorrect category could result in denial.
  
  
• Language Barriers: Misunderstandings during the process may cause complications.
  
  
• Legal Unawareness: Lack of knowledge about laws or requirements may create risks.
  
  

Our specialists ensure your application fully complies with legal requirements, so you won’t encounter issues during the process.

Government fees (included in our service prices) are approximately:

• Temporary Residence Permit: ~105,000 AMD
  
  
• Permanent Residence Permit: ~140,000 AMD
  
  
• Special Residence Permit: ~150,000 AMD

Yes, a residence permit may be denied for reasons such as:

• Submitting false or misleading information
  
  
• Criminal history or national security concerns
  
  
• Failure to meet eligibility requirements
  
  

Note: In some cases, the decision may depend solely on the discretion of the Migration Service.

Yes. Both temporary and permanent residence permits can be extended.
We recommend applying for an extension at least 30–90 days before expiration to avoid complications. (The earlier, the better.)

Yes, residency may serve as a path to citizenship.
Generally, individuals who have legally lived in Armenia for at least three years may apply for citizenship, provided they meet other legal criteria.
Our specialists will guide you through the citizenship process when the time comes.