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Obtaining Citizenship and Residency Status

In this guide, you will get the necessary information on how to become a citizen of the Republic of Armenia, obtain a special passport, or legally reside in the Republic of Armenia.

The following may legally reside in Armenia:

Armenians of Armenian descent, those with parents who are citizens of the Republic of Armenia, those married to a person with RA citizenship, etc., may obtain RA citizenship.

Male citizens of the Republic of Armenia aged 16 to 55 must undergo military registration and may be required to serve under certain conditions. 

To reside in the Republic of Armenia, a person may obtain:

Depending on the type of residence status, a person’s rights differ.

RA Citizens Subject to Military Service

Military Registration

Military service in Armenia is a legal obligation for male citizens and follows specific rules depending on age, citizenship status, health, and prior service history. Requirements begin with early military registration, continue through conscription during defined draft periods, and may extend into reserve training obligations later in life. 

 

Registering a Place of Residence

Registering a place of residence is necessary to enable access to public services, e.g., healthcare, schooling, and banking. Upon obtaining Republic of Armenia (RA) citizenship through any of the specified grounds, applicants must register their place of residence (address registration) within the Republic of Armenia before receiving an RA citizen's passport. 

Document Proving Citizenship

Obtaining a Passport

In Armenia, citizenship approval does not automatically generate a passport application. After acquiring RA citizenship on any of the above grounds, it is necessary to apply for a document proving citizenship in order to obtain an RA citizen's passport. The passport enables you to leave and return to the RA and serves as a document confirming the identity of a person within the territory of the RA.

Dual Citizenship

Armenia recognizes dual citizenship. Below are common questions about the rights, responsibilities, and military service of dual citizens.

The section was compiled in accordance with the RA Laws "On Citizenship of the Republic of Armenia" and "On Alternative Service".
Renunciation of RA Citizenship

Termination of RA Citizenship

Required documents based on legal basis

The following documents must be submitted based on the respective grounds:

In the case of having citizenship of another country:

  • RA passport,
  • document certifying foreign citizenship (passport),
  • birth certificate,
  • supporting document in case of data change (marriage certificate, reference/statement),
  • military record book.

In the case of not having another citizenship, but having legal certification for acquiring one:

  • RA passport,
  • document regarding the legal possibility of acquiring citizenship,
  • birth certificate,
  • supporting document in case of data change (marriage certificate, reference/statement),
  • military record book.

In the case of not having another citizenship, but submitting legal certification for acquiring one within a three-month period:

  • RA passport,
  • birth certificate,
  • supporting document in case of data change (marriage certificate, reference/statement),
  • military record book,
  • document issued within a three-month period certifying the legal possibility of acquiring citizenship.
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Termination of RA Citizenship for a Minor

Required documents based on the legal basis

In the case of having citizenship of another country:

In the case of not having another citizenship, but having legal certification for acquiring one:

In the case of not having another citizenship, but submitting legal certification for acquiring one within a three-month period:

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Types of Residence Permits

In Armenia, there are three types of residence permits:

  • The temporary residence permit is granted for up to one year and is renewable, often for reasons like employment, study, or family ties.
  • The permanent residence permit is issued for five years and is also renewable, typically for those who have established strong business or family ties in Armenia.
  • The special residence permit is designed for individuals of Armenian descent or those with significant contributions to the country. It grants a ten-year residency period. 

Each permit type has specific eligibility criteria and required documentation, managed by the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia.

Special Residence Permits

A special residence permit allows foreigners of Armenian origin and other foreigners engaged in economic or cultural activities in the Republic of Armenia to legally reside in the Republic of Armenia for a period of 10 years with the possibility of extending the status.

Temporary and Permanent Residence Permits

Temporary and permanent residence permits are types of residence rights that allow foreigners to legally reside in the Republic of Armenia for periods of 1 and 5 years, respectively, with the possibility of extending the status.

The guide was compiled by the Information Systems Agency of Armenia
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