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Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit AM?

Q: What is the easiest way to get an Armenia visa?

Apply for the official e-Visa online at evisa.mfa.am before you travel. It is usually issued by email within about 3 business days.

Q: How much does the Armenia visa cost for Canadians?

The e-Visa is AMD 3,000 for 21 days or AMD 15,000 for 120 days. Visa on arrival for up to 120 days is also AMD 15,000.

Q: Is visa on arrival available at Yerevan airport?

Yes. Canadians can obtain a visa on arrival at Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan and other designated border crossings.

Q: How long can I stay in Armenia as a tourist?

Up to 21 or 120 days depending on the visa you choose, with the possibility of extending your stay by up to an additional 60 days from within Armenia.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Armenia?

No. Armenia is not in the Schengen area and is not part of ETIAS, so it has its own separate visa rules.

Canadian passport holders need a visa for Armenia. The easiest route is the official online e-Visa at evisa.mfa.am, with a visa-on-arrival also available at Zvartnots International Airport. Armenia is not visa-free for ordinary Canadian passport holders, and it is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Canadians have two convenient options for a short tourist visit. The recommended method is the government e-Visa applied for in advance through the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal at evisa.mfa.am, which is issued for either 21 days (single entry) or 120 days (single or multiple entry). Alternatively, a visa on arrival can be obtained at Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan and other designated border crossings, valid for up to 120 days. The e-Visa is typically processed within about 3 business days. A passport valid for at least the duration of stay (commonly recommended six months of validity) and proof of onward travel are expected. Visas can normally be extended for up to an additional 60 days from within Armenia. Because both channels exist and conditions can change, applying for the e-Visa before departure is the safest approach.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

e-Visa (electronic visa); visa on arrival also available

Maximum stay

Up to 21 days or up to 120 days depending on visa selected

per entry

Entries

Single entry (21-day); single or multiple entry (120-day)

from issue date

Visa fee

AMD 3,000 (21-day) or AMD 15,000 (120-day); VOA AMD 15,000

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 3 business days for e-Visa

standard track

Validity

Visa valid for the period granted (21 or 120 days); extendable up to 60 additional days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility on the official portal

Go to evisa.mfa.am and use the built-in eligibility checker, selecting Canada and an ordinary passport, to confirm the e-Visa channel is open for your nationality.

· evisa.mfa.am· Canada ordinary passport

/02

Prepare your documents

Have a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a digital passport-style photo, your travel dates, and accommodation or onward travel details ready.

· Passport· Photo· Travel itinerary

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in the e-Visa form on evisa.mfa.am, choosing either the 21-day or 120-day tourist visa and selecting single or multiple entry where applicable.

· 21-day or 120-day· Tourism purpose

/04

Pay the consular fee online

Pay AMD 3,000 for the 21-day visa or AMD 15,000 for the 120-day visa using the portal's secure payment system.

· AMD 3,000 / AMD 15,000· Online payment

/05

Receive the e-Visa by email

The approved e-Visa is normally emailed within about 3 business days. Print a copy and keep a digital version on your phone.

· ~3 business days· Print copy

/06

Present documents on arrival

At Zvartnots Airport or another entry point, show your passport, e-Visa, and proof of onward travel. If you did not apply online, you may obtain a visa on arrival instead.

· Zvartnots Airport· Proof of onward travel

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 9 complete

Passport valid for the full duration of stay (six months validity recommended)

required

Approved Armenian e-Visa printout or digital copy

required

Digital passport-style photograph for the application

required

Proof of onward or return travel

required

Confirmed accommodation details or host information

recommended

Payment method for the consular fee (AMD 3,000 or 15,000)

required

Sufficient funds for the duration of stay

recommended

Travel medical insurance covering Armenia

recommended

Cash in Armenian dram for visa on arrival if not applying online

optional

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

e-Visa, 21 days (single entry)AMD 3,000Short tourist visit; applied online at evisa.mfa.am

e-Visa, 120 daysAMD 15,000Longer visit; single or multiple entry options

Visa on arrival, up to 120 daysAMD 15,000Obtained at Zvartnots Airport and designated border points

Standard consular visa (at mission)AMD 5,000Base consular fee if applying at an Armenian diplomatic mission

Total estimateAMD 3,000 — AMD 15,000incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa (online)

~3 business days

Apply in advance at evisa.mfa.am and receive the visa by email. Most reliable option for travelers.

Visa on arrival

At the border (minutes)

Available at Zvartnots International Airport and other designated entry points; pay the fee on arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Canada is not on Armenia's visa-free list

Armenia's MFA confirms holders of Canadian ordinary passports must obtain an entry visa; they are not visa-exempt.

High

/02

Convenient e-Visa channel available

An official online e-Visa lets Canadians obtain authorization before travel without visiting an embassy.

High

/03

Visa on arrival offered as a backup

Travelers who do not apply online can still obtain a visa at Yerevan's airport and major border crossings.

Medium

/04

Not in Schengen; no ETIAS

Armenia operates its own visa policy and is outside the Schengen area, so Schengen rules and ETIAS do not apply.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Canada to Armenia route verified

Verified against Armenia MFA visa page and official e-Visa portal: Canadian ordinary passport holders require an e-Visa (AMD 3,000 for 21 days or AMD 15,000 for 120 days) or visa on arrival. Armenia confirmed outside Schengen.

/09 — The questions