Visa
Armenia Visa-Free Entry for 113 Countries Ends 1 July 2026
Armenia's temporary visa-free entry for residents of the US, EU, Schengen, and Gulf countries expires on 1 July 2026. Plan your visit before the deadline.
Travel News
Staying up to date on Armenia travel — visa changes, new flight routes, upcoming events, and anything that affects your trip.
Visa
Armenia PM Pledges EU Visa-Free Access Within Two Years
Armenia's PM pledged EU visa-free travel within two years on 24 May 2026. The current no-visa window for residents of 113 countries closes 1 July 2026.
Event
Republic Day Returns to Yerevan on 28 May 2026
Armenia's Republic Day on 28 May brings concerts and fireworks to Yerevan's Republic Square. The Yerevan Wine Days 10th anniversary follows on 5–7 June.
Flights
Wizz Air Launches Direct London–Yerevan Flights from 12 June
Wizz Air begins direct London–Yerevan flights on 12 June 2026, giving UK travellers a low-cost route to Armenia without a hub connection.
Visa
Armenia's Visa-Free Scheme for US and EU Residents Ends 1 July
Armenia's temporary visa-free entry for holders of valid US, EU/Schengen or GCC residence permits runs only until 1 July 2026 — six weeks remain to use it.
Event
Yerevan Hosts Concours Mondial de Bruxelles for the First Time This May
The 33rd Concours Mondial de Bruxelles arrives in Yerevan 19–23 May 2026, bringing 400 wine experts from 65 countries to evaluate 8,000 wines.
Visa
Armenia Passes Biometric ID Law to Advance EU Visa Liberalization
Armenia's parliament approved biometric passport and ID card legislation on 12 May 2026, meeting a key EU Visa Liberalization Action Plan benchmark.
Visa
EU Commission Finds Armenia Making Good Progress on Visa Liberalization
The European Commission published its first progress report on Armenia's Visa Liberalization Action Plan on 13 May, finding good progress in key reform areas.
News
Armenia Records 39% Tourism Surge in April 2026
Armenia welcomed 172,705 tourists in April 2026 — a 39.6% year-on-year rise — as the visitor mix broadens beyond Russian arrivals.
Disruption
Russia Airspace Disruption Affecting Armenia Flights Lifts After Five Days
Airspace restrictions over southern Russia that delayed Armenia-bound flights from 8–12 May have been lifted. Here is what affected travellers should do.
Flights
FlyOne Armenia Orders Two Airbus A321neo Jets
FlyOne Armenia signed a deal for two Airbus A321neo aircraft on 5 May 2026, boosting capacity on European routes out of Yerevan.
Event
Meghri Hosts International Festival of Crafts This Weekend
The 5th International Festival of Crafts arrives in Meghri on 16–17 May 2026, with 40 artisans, open masterclasses, live music and local cuisine.
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