How to get a Armenia visa from Nigeria
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Nigerian passport holders travelling to Armenia.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Armenia.
Transit visa
Processing time5 working days
Validity3 days
Fee (approx.)$21
Visitor Visa
Processing time5 working days
Validity120 days
Fee (approx.)$31
Application requirements
Documents Nigerian applicants need to provide.
- A fully completed and signed visa application form.
- Two passport-size photographs (3.5x4.5cm) taken within the last 6 months.
- An original Nigerian passport not older than 10 years, with at least three months validity from the date you're to leave Armenia and two blank visa pages.
- A round trip reservation or itinerary which includes entry and exit dates as well as flight numbers.
- Travel medical insurance.
- Proof of accommodation for the entire duration of your stay in Armenia.
- Proof of financial sustenance.
- An invitation letter from your host in Armenia.
- There's no Armenian embassy in Nigeria, visa applications can go through the nearest available embassy which is in Cairo, Egypt.
- You cannot enter or exit Armenia with more than $10,000.
Visa type details
Visitor Visa
- The visitor visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to enter the Republic of Armenia for tourism visiting relatives or friends, business purposes, medical treatment or for recreational purposes.
- The visitor visa is issued for a single entry into Armenia but applicants may also apply for a multiple-entry visa.
- If you are visiting friends or relatives residing in Armenia, you are to obtain a letter of invitation from them. The letter should state the purpose of your travel, your relationship with your host, how long you intend to stay in Armenia and the contact details of your host.
- If you are travelling for business purposes, you must present a letter of invitation from the partner company in Armenia. This letter must clearly state the purpose of your travel, how long you will stay in Armenia and who will be responsible for your expenses while in the country.
- The invitation letter must be approved by the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a notarized copy must be presented at the embassy where your visa application will be processed.
- For business visitors, if there exists proof of previous business relations between your company and the partner company in Armenia, such as bills of lading or payment receipts for goods received or other such documents, you should provide such documents.
- There are two types of single-entry Armenian visitor visa. The one allows a stay for up to 21 days and costs $6 while the other allows a stay for up to 120 days and costs $31.
- There are also two types of multiple-entry Armenian visitor visa. The one is valid for 6 months but allows a stay of up to 60 days and costs $41. The other is valid for 1 year but allows a maximum stay of 120 days and costs $83.
- Regardless of the visa type you apply for, the visa fee is non-refundable.
Transit visa
- The Armenian transit visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel through Armenia to their destination.
- Your Nigerian passport must be valid for up to 6 months.
- An onward ticket to your destination country must be provided to apply for the transit visa.
- You must also have valid entry visa to your destination from Armenia.
- The Armenian single-entry transit visa costs $21 while the multiple-entry visa which is valid for 1 year costs $37.
- The transit visa allows stay of up to 3 days but can be extended for a maximum of 4 days except in emergency cases.
- You must provide proof of payment of the visa fee.
- Travellers are advised to not overstay their visa as overstaying may attract penalties.
Where to apply
Armenia embassy & visa application centers in Nigeria.
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AddressThere is currently no Armenia Embassy in Nigeria. Applicants are advised to visit an embassy or consulate of Armenia in a neighbouring country.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Armenia safe to visit
Armenia is safe for foreigners to visit. However, travellers should abide by the rules and regulations of the country as law breakers will be punished.
Is there an Armenian embassy in Nigeria
There is no Armenian embassy in Nigeria for now. Nigerians who want to travel to Armenia should visit an Armenian embassy or consulate in a neighbouring country to apply for a visa.
What language is spoken in Armenia
The only official language in Armenia is Armenian, however, many Armenians can speak Russian. English is also becoming a widely spoken language in the capital city of Armenia, Yerevan; outside Yerevan, you shouldn't expect to find many English speakers.
What currency is accepted in Armenia
The official currency in Armenia is the Armenian dram which is accepted everywhere in the country. The dollar is often accepted for bigger purchases, though the dram is the only legal currency for commerce. Other currencies like dollars and euros can be easily exchanged anywhere in the country.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Armenia visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.