Armenia travel restrictions on COVID-19

International Restrictions:

The ban on entry to foreign nationals was lifted on 12 August. Arrivals are subject to self-isolation and/or testing requirements.

Testing / screening on arrival – You can now enter Armenia with a negative PCR test certificate issued a maximum of 72 hours prior to arrival. If you arrive without a certificate, and have no symptoms, you can pay for a PCR test at Zvartnots airport or the land border crossing from Georgia. You must then isolate until you receive a negative result. More information on the process for taking a PCR test, and a list of COVID-19 testing laboratories in Armenia, is available on the Zvartnots International Airport website.

Entry borders to Armenia – The Meghri border crossing with Iran has been closed since 24 February. The land border between Armenia and Georgia has been closed since 14 March, other than for the movement of goods.

 

Internal Restrictions:

Armenia’s government on 11 September lifted a state of emergency, but kept in place some restrictions aimed at stemming the spread of the coronavirus. 

 

The Armenian authorities have also introduced a number of other emergency measures and restrictions, including the requirement to wear face-masks in all public spaces. Hotels and private rental accommodations are able to operate in Armenia during the pandemic, though several hotels remain closed from the earlier suspension of international tourism. 

 

You should check with accommodation providers before travel. Hotels are subject to government protocols on social distancing and the wearing of facemasks. 

 

Shops, restaurants/cafes and manufacturing industries are currently able to operate in Armenia, with restrictions governing social distancing and the wearing of facemasks. Schools and universities remain closed. Gatherings of up to 40 people are now permitted. Schools are set to reopen on 15 September.