To register, it is necessary to apply to a regional employment center by submitting the required documents (to view the English version use the browser's translation tool).

Eligibility Requirements
To be registered as a job seeker, it is necessary to obtain the status of unemployed at the regional employment center. If the person is already employed but looking for a new job, they simply need to visit the office and apply as someone seeking a new job.

Required Documents
A job seeker must submit the following documents to the regional employment center:

• A written application indicating contact details (phone number, email address),
• An identification card or passport,
• If there is no identification card: a reference regarding the Public Services Number (PSN), or if that is unavailable, a social card,
• Employment record book, or if necessary, other documents or archival references verifying employment history,
• If available: a university diploma or a document confirming professional qualification,
• For males: a military ID,
• For foreign nationals: a residence permit,
• For stateless individuals: a residence certificate,
• For refugees: a refugee certificate.

Issuance Timeline and Procedure
After submitting the required documents, the person receives unemployed status and is registered as a job seeker within 5 working days.

Once granted unemployed status, the regional employment center offers the person a job corresponding to their professional qualifications by issuing a referral to organizations with available vacancies.

Persons seeking new job opportunities are also notified about relevant job openings.

Reference to Legislation

• RA Law "About Employment"
• RA Government Decision No. 534-N of April 17, 2014

The legal acts can be found at arlis.am.