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.
Staying up to date on Armenia travel — visa changes, new flight routes, upcoming events, and anything that affects your trip.
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.
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.
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.
Wizz Air begins direct London–Yerevan flights on 12 June 2026, giving UK travellers a low-cost route to Armenia without a hub connection.
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.
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.
Armenia's parliament approved biometric passport and ID card legislation on 12 May 2026, meeting a key EU Visa Liberalization Action Plan benchmark.
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.
Armenia welcomed 172,705 tourists in April 2026 — a 39.6% year-on-year rise — as the visitor mix broadens beyond Russian arrivals.
Airspace restrictions over southern Russia that delayed Armenia-bound flights from 8–12 May have been lifted. Here is what affected travellers should do.
FlyOne Armenia signed a deal for two Airbus A321neo aircraft on 5 May 2026, boosting capacity on European routes out of Yerevan.
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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