Government Tightens Entry Rules for Citizens of Several Countries

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According to Azat TV the Armenian government has decided to tighten entry requirements for citizens of India, Iraq, and Egypt.

New requirements include:

  • Return flight ticket
  • Proof of financial means
  • Health insurance
  • Invitation from an Armenian legal entity or state body

According to NSS data, from January-August 2024, illegally residing in Armenia are:

  • 11,965 Indian citizens
  • 658 Egyptian citizens
  • 255 Iraqi citizens

The decision aims to prevent illegal migration and possible negative impact on the EU visa liberalization process.

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