In 2026, individuals aged 65 and older will be incorporated into Armenia's health insurance system

|

USD

382.59

EUR

447.25

RUB

4.7094

GEL

141.36

Society

15.10.2025, 11:20

In the initial phase of the health insurance implementation in Armenia set for 2026, individuals aged 65 and above will be integrated into the system, with their insurance premiums being funded by the state, as announced by Health Minister Anahit Avanesyan.

In 2026, individuals aged 65 and older will be incorporated into Armenia's health insurance system

YEREVAN, October 15. /ARКА/. In the initial phase of the health insurance implementation in Armenia set for 2026, individuals aged 65 and above will be integrated into the system, with their insurance premiums being funded by the state, as announced by Health Minister Anahit Avanesyan.

She specified the required conditions:

•Armenian citizenship

• Residency in Armenia for over 183 days (residency)

Individuals aged 65 and older will be eligible for insurance regardless of the following factors:

A) the presence or absence of a disability or the level of disability in the functional assessment system

B) employment status or income

C) chronic health conditions

D) membership in a vulnerable group

Avanesyan previously indicated that 1.6 million residents of Armenia will be included in the first phase of the three-year transition to a universal health insurance system (2026-2028).-0-

#HEALTH INSURANCE

Regulator has closed two ‘’Zaviki Kars’’ brand catering establishments due to sanitary violations

Employees of the Food Safety Inspectorate conducted inspections at Zaviki Kars catering establishments.

17.10.2025 12:02

Armenian government proposes to simplify the filing of personal income tax returns

At a meeting on Thursday, the Armenian government approved amendments and additions to the Tax Code and related laws, which propose simplifying the process of declaring their income by citizens.

16.10.2025 16:07

Truck drivers protest in Yerevan: Armenian authorities promise to address the issue of migrants' length of stay in Russia

On Thursday, Armenian truck drivers again protested outside the government building in Yerevan.

16.10.2025 12:23

Activities of cybercrime group being investigated in Armenia; 16 people involved in the case

A criminal case involving large-scale embezzlement using computer systems and money laundering through a call center is being investigated in Armenia; 16 people are involved, the Investigative Committee reports.

16.10.2025 11:31

Armenia to Eliminate Age Limits for IVF

The Standing Committee on Healthcare of the National Assembly of Armenia has approved amendments to the Law on Reproductive Health and Human Reproductive Rights.

15.10.2025 12:57

Armenia set to implement electronic system for state registration of property rights

Armenia is preparing to launch an electronic system for the state registration of property rights, announced today Suren Tovmasyan, the head of the Cadastre Committee.

15.10.2025 12:08

Lake Sevan undergoing cleanup to remove plastic: gathered waste will be recycled (VIDEO)

In alignment with the "Clean Future for Lake Sevan" initiative, Acba Bank, in collaboration with the Armenian branch of the German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU), has undertaken efforts to clear one of the lake's shores of plastic and debris.

14.10.2025 18:26

Armenia introducing out-of-court system for resolving labor disputes

A draft law introducing a new out-of-court mechanism for resolving labor disputes has been introduced in Armenia.

14.10.2025 16:12