Armenian Citizenship
Armenian citizenship under the simplified procedure is designed for those returning to their roots. It does not require a minimum residency period or proficiency in the Armenian language. However, providing documentary evidence of your ethnic origin is mandatory. The requirements for supporting documents are often stringent, depending on the degree of kinship and compliance with established legal standards.
Obtaining Citizenship of the Republic of Armenia
We have outlined the key stages for you. A more detailed discussion of your specific case is available during a consultation.
Applications for Armenian citizenship can be submitted at the Passport and Visa Department in Yerevan or at Armenian Embassies and Consulates worldwide. Personal presence is mandatory for the submission. Appointments for filing documents must be scheduled in advance, whether you are applying in Yerevan or abroad.
The standard processing time after submission in Yerevan is 90 working days. If applying through an Embassy or Consulate, additional time is required for document courier services to Yerevan. The total duration may also vary depending on the country of application. Please note that all citizenship applications are processed exclusively in Yerevan. The document acceptance procedure in Yerevan is identical to that at any Embassy or Consulate.
Once the Presidential Decree is signed, the applicant must exercise their right to the simplified passport issuance process to finalize their citizenship. This involves submitting a separate passport application, followed by taking the Oath of Allegiance and receiving the passport. This stage requires personal presence and cannot be completed via a Power of Attorney (PoA), whether in Yerevan or at an Embassy/Consulate.
In Yerevan, the passport can be issued in as little as two business days (minimum timeframe with expedited service fees), provided the applicant is not subject to military registration. If military registration is required, the process may take longer. In Embassies or Consulates, the issuance timeline is approximately three months or more, with longer wait times for those subject to military registration and depending on the specific country of application.
Men born after May 26, 1971, are required to register for military service. When obtaining a passport in Armenia: You must complete the military registration in person at the local military commissariat. The processing time for these documents depends on the specific district office. When obtaining a passport abroad: If you receive your passport through an Embassy or Consulate, military registration is conducted remotely, and a physical visit to Armenia is not required.
Required Documents for Armenian Citizenship Application
Core Application Documents
- Note: All documents must be translated into Armenian and notarially certified.
Original Personal Documents
– Passport – Birth Certificate (Specifying Armenian ethnicity as the grounds for application or proving kinship with an Armenian national).
Photographs
6 personal photos (Size: 35x45mm, color, matte finish).
Application Form
The application must be completed in Armenian. Please note that the form has specific nuances that require careful attention.
Proof of Payment
Government Fee Receipt (Proof of payment of the state duty).
Service Fees for Armenian Citizenship
Procedures, Timelines, and Service Fees for Citizenship Applications and Passport Issuance at the Passport and Visa Department in Yerevan or Armenian Embassies and Consulates Abroad.
2. Armenian Citizenship by Marriage
3. Citizenship for Spouses of Armenian Citizens
4. Armenian Citizenship for Minor Children
5. Armenian Citizenship for Adults based on a Parent's Citizenship
"TURNKEY" SERVICE PACKAGE (excluding notary fees and state duties)
Initial Free Consultation
Free preliminary consultation regarding the grounds for acquiring citizenship.
Phase One
- Comprehensive consultation on the entire procedure for obtaining Armenian citizenship.
- Document audit and preparation of a personalized checklist, along with a tailored commercial proposal including all estimated costs.
- Document restoration assistance, if necessary, for records issued in Armenia or abroad.
- Appointment scheduling for application submission, coordinated with current availability and your personal schedule.
- Liaising with translators and notaries to prepare the complete application package.
- Full legal support: in-person accompaniment for submissions in Yerevan and remote guidance for applications filed in other countries.
- Post-submission strategic consultations: upon filing (or earlier), we provide expert advice on achieving your goals after obtaining your passport. These sessions are conducted by our senior department heads.
*depending on the complexity of the case
50% prepayment
50% upon submission of the application in Yerevan
(or 4–5 days prior to submission at an Embassy or Consulate)
Waiting Period
Once your application is submitted, the waiting period for the Presidential Decree on citizenship begins. The processing time is at least 90 working days. During this time, our specialists continuously track the status of your case and provide ongoing support. We remain available for consultations both online and in person.
The service fee excludes notary costs (calculated individually) and fees for simultaneous interpretation services required during the Constitution Test. The Constitution Test is mandatory for applicants who do not have Armenian ethnic roots (e.g., parents or spouses of Armenian citizens and those applying through naturalization).
Phase Two
Once the President of the Republic of Armenia signs the Citizenship Decree, we provide full legal support for the final procedure: officially acquiring citizenship and obtaining your passport in Yerevan, or assisting you with the application at an Embassy or Consulate abroad. An online appointment is mandatory for this stage. We will discuss all the details with you in advance and book a slot on a date that fits your schedule.
There are two options for obtaining a passport:
1. In Yerevan
payment upon receipt of the passport
The cost includes online appointment scheduling, consultations on procedural changes at this stage and adjustments to your plans in Armenia during the waiting period for the Presidential Decree, as well as full support until the passport is received. Communication is available online or in person. The passport processing time in Yerevan takes on average from 2 to 20 working days, depending on whether you choose expedited issuance and considering military registration for men.
2. At an Embassy or Consulate of Armenia in your country of residence.
payment upon appointment booking at the Embassy or Consulate
The cost includes online appointment scheduling and consultations regarding procedural changes and adjustments to your plans during the waiting period for the Presidential Decree. Communication is available online or in person. After signing the oath, the waiting period for the passport at an Embassy or Consulate takes three months or more.
Total
Depending on the complexity of the case, the location of passport issuance, and military registration requirements.
- The specified services are documented in a formal agreement; - Discounts are available for multiple applicants applying simultaneously; - Notary expenses depend on the number of required documents and start from approximately 10,000 AMD per applicant. The state fee for passport issuance ranges from 2,000 to 22,000 AMD, depending on the processing speed from the date of the oath; - To convert prices from USD or AMD into your required currency, please use the Central Bank of Armenia rates, or our specialists can provide all necessary information upon request;- *Payment is made in Armenian Drams (AMD) at the Central Bank of Armenia rate on the day of payment.
Application for citizenship and obtaining an Armenian passport for a child at the Passport and Visa Department in Yerevan (based on the Armenian citizenship of one of the parents).
Preliminary Free Consultation
Discussion of eligibility grounds and initial documents.
Phase One
Comprehensive consultation on the document package; review and preparation of documents for citizenship application.
Phase Two
Submission of the application and receipt of the passport based on the parents' application, accompanied by our lawyers. The application is filed by a parent or by our lawyer via Power of Attorney (PoA).
Total
The cost depends on the complexity of the document package and is per child, excluding notarization expenses and state fees for the passport, which are calculated individually. Discounts are available for the simultaneous submission of two or more children.
- The application package for a child's citizenship can also be submitted at Embassies or Consulates. Details regarding this procedure should be discussed with our lawyers.
- Notary expenses depend on the number of required documents and start from approximately 10,000 AMD per applicant. The state fee for passport issuance ranges from 2,000 to 22,000 AMD, depending on the processing speed.
- To convert prices from USD or AMD into your required currency, please use the Central Bank of Armenia rates, or our specialists can provide all necessary information upon request.
Consular Institutions of the Republic of Armenia Worldwide
Depending on the country of application, the appointment scheduling and admission procedures may vary. It is necessary to verify the specific requirements for each country where an Embassy or Consulate is located.
State Duty
The state duty for submitting an application for Armenian citizenship is 50,000 Armenian Drams (AMD).
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