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To Europe without a visa - is it ever possible?
... realistic approach is to acquire alternative citizenship from a country that allows its citizens to enter the Schengen zone without a visa. This way, you won't need to plan your travels far in advance. With this citizenship, you simply present your second passport at the airport. However, it’s important to note that this can be quite a costly endeavor, typically requiring an investment of at least $200,000. The Caribbean citizenship programs are well-known in this regard, offering a straightforward process ...
05/13/2025Armenian government signs agreement with HAYPASS on implementation of biometric passports and ID-cards system
Last Friday Armenia officially inked a deal with HAYPASS CJSC to roll out a cutting-edge system for biometric passports and ID cards in Armenia. YEREVAN, April 28. /ARKA/. Last Friday Armenia officially inked a deal with HAYPASS CJSC to roll out a cutting-edge system for biometric passports and ID cards in Armenia. The agreement was signed by Arpine Sargsyan,...
04/28/2025VTB (Armenia) Launches Real Estate Secured Consumer Loans
... under this program will surpass AMD 2 billion,” shared Taras Kladchenko, Deputy General Director - Chairman of VTB (Armenia). Interested customers can apply for this loan at any VTB (Armenia) branch. Required documentation includes a social card, passport or ID card for the borrower, co-borrower, and pledgee, along with proof of ownership for the collateral. VTB Bank (Armenia) CJSC operates under the regulatory oversight of the Central Bank of Armenia.-0-
04/22/2025Armenia switches to biometric passports as part of visa liberalization with EU
Biometric passports will be required for Armenian citizens to travel to the EU after the liberalization of the visa regime, the head of the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia Nelly Davtyan said today. YEREVAN, April ...
04/07/2025Armenia identifies winner of the competition to introduce biometric passports
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia has concluded the results of the competition to select a company for the introduction of the biometric passport and ID card system in the country. YEREVAN, April 1. /ARKA/. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia has concluded the results of the competition to select a company for the introductionof the biometric passport and ID card system in the ...
04/01/2025Cadastre Committee to create passports for about 10,000 geographical names of Armenia
The Armenian Cadastre Committee will create 'passports' for about 10,000 geographical names and update the data in 2025, the head of the Committee Suren Tovmasyan said. YEREVAN, March 18. /ARKA/. The Armenian Cadastre Committee will create 'passports' for about 10,000 geographical names and ...
03/18/2025Income declaration in Armenia: A complete guide to everything you need to know
... the remaining 2% in Armenia. 11. Do citizens forcibly displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh need to file a declaration? If you are a citizen forcibly displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh and were employed during 2024, but do not have RA citizenship (you have a passport with code 070), you are not required to submit an annual income tax return, as only citizens of the Republic of Armenia who are residents of Armenia are required to do so. 12. Is an individual entrepreneur required to file a declaration? If you ...
01/21/2025Turkey only needs to invest $2.5 billion in Armenia's economy to take control of it, says CCAF head
... over Nagorno-Karabakh. In December 2021, Armenia and Turkey appointed special envoys to normalise relations, who have held several meetings so far. In 2022, Armenia and Turkey agreed to open the land border to third-country nationals and diplomatic passport holders. Following this agreement, Armenia started the reconstruction of the Margara checkpoint on its side. The renovation has since been completed. However, the agreement has not yet been implemented.-0-
12/14/2024Economic development more important than recognition of Armenian Genocide - Armenian minister
... over Nagorno-Karabakh. In December 2021, Armenia and Turkey appointed special envoys to normalise relations, who have held several meetings so far. In 2022, Armenia and Turkey agreed to open the land border to third-country nationals and diplomatic passport holders. Following this agreement, Armenia started the reconstruction of the Margara checkpoint on its side. The renovation has since been completed. However, the agreement has not yet been implemented..-0-
10/31/2024Armenia criticizes Türkiye for linking relations to Armenian-Azerbaijani normalization
... region. In December 2021, Armenia and Turkey appointed special envoys for normalization of their relations, who have had several meetings so far. In 2022, Armenia and Turkey agreed to open the land border for citizens of third countries and diplomatic passport holders. After reaching this agreement, Armenia started renovating the Margara checkpoint on its side. The renovation has since been completed. The agreement, however, is yet to be implemented. -0-
10/31/2024Armenian Genocide issue not top priority in Yerevan's foreign policy
... region. In December 2021, Armenia and Turkey appointed special envoys for normalization of their relations, who have had several meetings so far. In 2022, Armenia and Turkey agreed to open the land border for citizens of third countries and diplomatic passport holders. After reaching this agreement, Armenia started renovating the Margara checkpoint on its side. The renovation has since been completed. The agreement, however, is yet to be implemented. -0-
10/31/2024Armenia approves procedure for second stage of tender for supply of biometric passports and ID cards
The Armenian government approved the procedure for holding the second stage of the tender for the supply of biometric passports and identification cards at a meeting today. YEREVAN, October 3. /ARKA/. The Armenian government approved the procedure for holding the second stage of the tender for the supply of biometric passports and identification cards at a meeting ...
10/03/2024Armenian Prime Minister and Turkish President announce readiness to continue normalization process without preconditions
... region. In December 2021, Armenia and Turkey appointed special envoys for normalization of their relations, who have had several meetings so far. In 2022, Armenia and Turkey agreed to open the land border for citizens of third countries and diplomatic passport holders. After reaching this agreement, Armenia started renovating the Margara checkpoint on its side. The renovation has since been completed. The agreement, however, is yet to be implemented. -0-
09/25/2024EU ambassadors visit ‘’Margara’’ checkpoint on Armenian-Turkish border
... Nagorno-Karabakh region. In December 2021, Armenia and Turkey appointed special envoys for normalization of their relations, who have had several meetings so far. In 2022, Armenia and Turkey agreed to open land border for citizens of third countries and diplomatic passport holders. The agreement, however, is yet to be implemented. -0-
09/23/2024Armenian SRC foils attempt to smuggle large consignment of diamonds
... of diamonds into Armenia. According to the Committee, an Armenian citizen arriving on the Sharjah-Yerevan flight was searched and his luggage was subjected to customs inspection. As a result, a diamond and a ‘GIA’ certificate were found in his passport pouch. Seventeen diamonds were also found in a packet of cigarettes. Ninety-four diamond certificates with various entries were found in this citizen's suitcase. Also 3 polythene bags with diamonds were found in the suitcase and 91 diamonds of ...
09/12/2024Over 2,900 refugees from Nagorno-Karabakh granted Armenian citizenship
... shortened to around two months. Additionally, Kazaryan noted that the applications from Armenians from Nagorno-Karabakh are being processed at all regional offices, unlike applications from foreign nationals, which must be submitted to the Central Visa and Passport Department located in Yerevan. This measure significantly speeds up the process. On September 19-20, 2023, Azerbaijan launched a large-scale military operation against Nagorno-Karabakh using artillery, drones, and combat aircraft. Following negotiations ...
09/03/2024Armenia's Foreign Ministry warns citizens about entry denials despite holding Schengen visas
... between the stated and actual purpose or conditions of the visit," the Foreign Ministry stated, reminding that holding a Schengen visa does not guarantee an unconditional right to enter the Schengen Area. The Ministry also highlighted that during passport control, additional documents may be requested to substantiate the purpose of the visit, and checks may be made on the availability of sufficient funds, valid hotel reservations, confirmed return tickets, and information on potential visits to ...
08/26/2024Armenian passport ranks 72nd in Henley & Partners Global Ranking
The Armenian passport climbed seven spots YEREVAN, July 25. /ARKA/. The Armenian passport climbed seven spots in the latest Henley & Partners ranking, now placing 72nd among 103 countries. This marks a significant improvement from the 79th position it held last ...
07/25/2024VTB (Armenia) launches children's deposits
... with annual capitalisation, which ensures maximum profitability, or by crediting the account. Depositors who made a deposit ‘Detstvo’ from 1 to 15 June will receive a gift certificate from the bank. To open a deposit, it is necessary to provide a passport and a birth certificate of the child in whose name the deposit is opened. Children's deposit is another opportunity to accumulate funds for the future child. In the future, they will become a starting financial support for the realisation of ...
05/31/2024Armenia can guarantee security of cargo and passengers passing through its territory- Mirzoyan
... addition, they also suggest that some third-party forces be deployed along the railway, for instance. In addition, also the expectation is that their citizens, their cargo should cross the border of Armenia without any border crossing procedure, like passport control, customs control, etc.’ He said Armenia believes, first in regard to the security issue, that it can guarantee the security of cargo and the passengers passing through our territory. ‘In regard to the procedures, we can simplify them,...
03/11/2024Armenian citizens will be able to enter UAE without visas from February 1, 2024 - Foreign Ministry
... Armenia. According to the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the relevant protocol on reciprocal abolition of entry visas for citizens of Armenia and the UAE comes into force on February 1. At the same time, the validity period of Armenian citizen's passport should be not less than 6 months from the moment of arrival in the UAE. Armenian citizens will be allowed to stay in the UAE for no more than 90 days within a 180-day period. The validity period of the passport is indicated in the corresponding ...
01/08/2024Become a client of Acba Bank from anywhere in the world (VIDEO)
... of banking and non-banking services offered by Acba Bank: open an account, make a deposit, get a loan, make money transfers and payments, etc. After downloading the acba digital app, to use the remote identification system, one needs to scan his/her passport or ID and then identify the person's biometric data. "Those who do not have an account at Acba Bank will be able to download the app in a few seconds, register, and undergo biometric identification at a place and time convenient for them....
11/17/2023Draft law on prolongation of issuance of old-style passports provokes anger of MPs
A draft law, designed to extend the issuance of old-style passports by one year, submitted to parliament’s consideration by the Migration and Citizenship Service of Armenia, provoked the anger of Armenian MPs. YEREVAN, November 14. /ARKA/. A draft law, designed to extend the issuance of old-style passports ...
11/14/2023Acba Bank unveils remote registration system on acba digital platform
... identification system available on acba digital platform, which can be used to become a client of Aсba Bank in a few minutes without having to visit the bank. According to the press service of the bank, for identification it is necessary to scan one’s passport or ID-card through acba digital application, as well as to make identification/"selfie" of biometric data, after which the person will be able to use all the possibilities of acba digital: to open an account, make a bank deposit, ...
11/13/2023Nagorno-Karabakh refugees can apply for Armenian citizenship
... Ministry began today accepting applications for Armenian citizenship from forcibly displaced residents of Nagorno-Karabakh. The head of the Service Armen Ghazaryan said those of refugees who have settled in the regions of the country can apply to local passport offices. On October 26, Armenian government approved a decision to take under its 'temporary protection' all refugees from Nagorno-Karabakh. According to Justice Minister Grigor Minasyan, persons taken under protection by force of law get the ...
11/10/2023Nagorno-Karabakh refugees will have opportunity to register with Armenia's state population registry
... opportunity to register with the state population registry of the Republic of Armenia, Deputy Interior Minister Arpine Sargsyan said on Friday. "The government has determined two types of identity documents for the refugees. One of them is the blue passport of the Republic of Armenia and the other is a certificate certifying temporary protection status," Sargsyan said during a press conference in the government. According to her, both documents can be freely used domestically when making various ...
10/27/2023Yerevan residents elect new Council of Elders
... day), but also some categories of foreigners (who have residence permits and have been registered in the registry for at least a year before the election day) are eligible to participate in the elections. Residents should present either an Armenian passport (regular or biometric) or ID-card, or a Russian passport (if its holder is listed in the population registry), or an ID card of a refugee or stateless person. The latest public opinion call conducted by the Armenian Office of Gallup International ...
09/17/2023Armenian passport climbs four notches in Henley and Partners Passport Index
Armenian passport has improved its standing by four notches in the Henley & Partners Passport Index compiled for the third quarter of 2023, moving from 79th to 75th place due to changes in the positions of other countries. YEREVAN, August 11. /ARKA/. Armenian ...
08/11/2023Armenian government raises state fees for certificates and passports
Sixteen year-old citizens of Armenia, who apply for passports for the first time, will have to pay a fee of AMD 1000, according to a set of legislative changes approved today by the government. YEREVAN, June 1. /ARKA/. Sixteen year-old citizens of Armenia, who apply for passports for the first time,...
06/01/2023Armenian parliament speaker says he hopes his visit to Ankara would help both countries move towards normalization
... so that we can reach a conclusion." Simonyan said also that Armenia attaches particular importance to the opening of the Armenian-Turkish land border for the citizens of third countries visiting Armenia and Turkey and those who have diplomatic passports. He expressed regret that he was not able to cross the land border with his diplomatic passport to attend the event. "Despite the differences in the positions of Armenia and Turkey on a number of issues, we hope that this meeting will serve ...
05/05/2023U.S. Congressman calls on Washington to impose sanctions on Baku in connection with murder of Artsakh policemen
... available to address the increased instability in the region and ensure that the security and sovereignty of Artsakh is respected,' he says. On March 5, as a result of the ambush by Azerbaijani Armed Forces in Nagorno-Karabakh three servicemen of the Passport and Visa Department of the Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Nagorno-Karabakh were killed, and one was injured. The Armenian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the facts prove that this provocation was pre-planned and instructed ...
03/07/2023There can be no military solution to Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict: U.S. State Department on Azerbaijani diversion in Artsakh
The U.S. State Department commented on an ambush attack by the Azerbaijani Armed Forces in Nagorno-Karabakh March 5, as a result of which three servicemen of the Passport and Visa Department of the Police of Nagorno-Karabakh were killed, and one was injured. YEREVAN, March 7. /ARKA/. The U.S. State Department commented on an ambush attack by the Azerbaijani Armed Forces in Nagorno-Karabakh March 5, as a result ...
03/07/2023Armenian Foreign Ministry: Azerbaijan flagrantly disregards legally binding decision of ICJ on opening Lachin corridor
... international organizations, the Foreign Ministry reported. It said the Deputy Minister briefed foreign diplomats on the details of the ambush by the Azerbaijani Armed Forces in Nagorno-Karabakh March 5, as a result of which three servicemen of the Passport and Visa Department of the Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Nagorno-Karabakh were killed, and one was injured. Vahe Gevorgyan stressed that the aforementioned ambush, which is a gross violation of the cease-fire regime established ...
03/07/2023Artsakh Foreign Ministry says killing of police officers by Azerbaijani sabotage group is a war crime
On 5 March, at about 10:00 am, a sabotage group of the Azerbaijani armed forces crossed the line of contact and attacked a vehicle of the Passport and Visa Department of the Police of the Republic of Artsakh, Artsakh Foreign Ministry said in a statement. YEREVAN, March 6, /ARKA/. On 5 March, at about 10:00 am, a sabotage group of the Azerbaijani armed forces crossed the line of contact ...
03/06/2023Armenia is most welcoming country in Europe –Passport Index Ranking
In Europe, the most welcoming country is Armenia, which extends relaxed visa rules to travelers from 135 countries, placing it in 26th place in the overall leader board, according to the newest Passport Index ranking.. YEREVAN, March 2. /ARKA/. In Europe, the most welcoming country is Armenia, which extends relaxed visa rules to travelers from 135 countries, placing it in 26th place in the overall leader board, according to the newest Passport ...
03/02/2023Two passport office employees accused of bribe taking
Armenian law-enforcement authorities have arrested an employee of a Police office in Yerevan in charge of issuing passports and ID cards and have placed a second one under home arrest. YEREVAN, February 15. /ARKA/. Armenian law-enforcement authorities have arrested an employee of a Police office in Yerevan in charge of issuing passports and ID cards and have ...
02/15/2023No starvation in Artsakh, but children undernourished- state minister
... warning of an impending humanitarian catastrophe. "Azerbaijani “activists” do allow the Red Cross through. Now the Azeris play this game, saying, “Look, the road is open, the Red Cross is getting through.” But with others, they check your passport now, asking, “Why are you going where you’re going?“ But the [international] agreement is that the road should be free and clear. This is unacceptable from our side,’ Vardanyan said. Asked how much the government in Yerevan was able to ...
01/12/2023Armenia ups 2 notches in Henley Passport Index
Armenia has risen to the 79th place in the updated World Passport Index for the 1st quarter of 2023, Henley & Partners said. YEREVAN, January 10. /ARKA/. Armenia has risen to the 79th place in the updated World Passport Index for the 1st quarter of 2023, Henley & Partners said. In the previous index Armenia ...
01/10/2023VTB (Armenia) simplifies consumer loan origination
... YEREVAN, December 15, /ARKA/. VTB (Armenia) said today its customers can get a consumer loan without proof of income and employment, saying that a positive credit history is sufficient for loan origination. All they need for applying for a loan is passport and social card number. According to a bank's press release, the loan under the simplified scheme is available at the rate of 19.5% to 20.2% (effective interest rate is 22.5% - 24%). The minimum loan amount is 100 thousand drams, with repayment ...
12/15/2022Armenia's passport gives visa-free access to 33 countries
Armenia's passport ranked 64th (78 points) in the world's strongest passport list, compiled by Arton Capital. The passport ranking tells the number of countries one can enter without acquiring a visa. YEREVAN, December 8. /ARKA/. Armenia's passport ranked ...
12/08/2022Armenia intends to suspend issuance of biometric passports
By a vote of 65 to 5 and 22 abstentions the Armenian parliament approved today in the first reading a set of amendments and additions to the law on Armenian Citizen's Passport and a number of related laws. YEREVAN, December 6. /ARKA/. By a vote of 65 to 5 and 22 abstentions the Armenian parliament approved today in the first reading a set of amendments and additions to the law on Armenian Citizen's Passport ...
12/07/2022"Popularity" of Russian passports drops among Armenian citizens
Nearly 33,000 Armenian citizens were granted Russian citizenship in the first nine months of this year, by 1,400 less than in the same time span of 2021, Russian news agency TASS reported citing the Russian Interior Ministry's statistics. YEREVAN, November 24. /ARKA/. Nearly 33,000 Armenian citizens were granted Russian citizenship in the first nine months of this year, by 1,400 less than in the same time span of 2021, Russian news agency TASS reported citing the Russian Interior Ministry's...
11/24/2022Electronic registration will take effect in Armenia's passport offices starting November 14
Starting from November 14, submission of applications for obtaining or terminating Armenian citizenship, initial passport registration of a person who obtained Armenian citizenship, as well as preliminary verification of citizenship documents and provision of consultations will be carried out electronically, the Police said today. YEREVAN, Nov. 8. /ARKA/. ...
11/08/2022Ameria Business digital platform expands with new online business registration service (photos)
... of an individual enterprise without visiting the bank and through a one stop principle to open an account with Ameriabank, get a card and access to online/mobile banking. She explained that to register an individual enterprise the client only needs a passport and a social security card or an ID card, access to a printing or scanning device, and a computer with a camera or a smartphone. The registration process takes only 20 minutes. "All you have to do is enter your personal information, mail ...
10/27/2022CIS cryptocurrency market may centralize in Armenia- SkyLabs representative on cryptocurrency regulation and impact of Russians' relocation to Armenia
... Yerevan. ARKA- If regulation of cryptocurrencies is introduced at the legislative level, how will it affect the country's economy? What benefits will it bring? А. Togramajyan- By regulation we mean not only payment of taxes but also introduction of passport verification and many other things. This will first of all affect the "black" or shadow segment of economy, which is not controlled in any way now. With the introduction of regulations, it will be gradually ousted. The second point ...
10/20/2022Armenia ready for reopening of transport links with Azerbaijan- prime minister
...," he said. Pashinyan said there is a need to reach agreements on the legal use of roads: there is an agreement in principle that the roads will operate within the sovereignty of the countries they pass through and there should be border, customs and passport control. However, Pashinyan noted that Armenia and Azerbaijan have similar concerns: both countries do not want their citizens to face the border guards of the neighboring country in a conflict situation when crossing the border. "As a matter ...
10/01/2022No talks on providing "extraterritorial corridor" to Azerbaijan via Armenia –Russian deputy PM says
... means that if the road passes through Armenian territory, it is an Armenian road, if it passes through Azerbaijani territory, it is an Azerbaijani road,' Overchuk said. He said that in practice, the implementation of this principle means that border and passport control measures to enter Armenian territory from Azerbaijan via unblocked or newly built roads will be the same when entering Armenia from Iran. The same passport control will be applied when entering from Armenia to Azerbaijan. -0-
09/30/2022Second ARF member banned from entering Armenia
... Zvartnots Airport in Yerevan for nearly 12 hours. “Yesterday evening upon arriving at the airport in Armenia to participate in the ARF Youth Office voluntary camps in Syunik, I was immediately put in a small room and interrogated. After taking my passport and keeping me for 12 hours without any explanation, I was informed that my entry to my homeland was rejected and I am a persona non grata for the Armenian authorities. Words cannot describe the disappointment and pain I feel for being denied ...
08/01/2022Armenia drops one notch in World Passport Index
Armenia has fallen to 81st place in the updated World Passport Index for the 3rd quarter of 2022, Henley & Partners said. YEREVAN, July 19, /ARKA/. Armenia has fallen to 81st place in the updated World Passport Index for the 3rd quarter of 2022, Henley & Partners said. In the previous index Armenia ...
07/19/2022The number of applications for obtaining Armenian citizenship triples –police
The number of applications submitted to the Passport and Visa Department of the Police for obtaining Armenian citizenship has significantly grown, increasing the workload of regional and district departments. YEREVAN, July 6. /ARKA/. The number of applications submitted to the Passport and ...
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