GCC Residents Can Enter Armenia Without a Visa Starting July 1st
Travellers with residency permits from the US, EU, Schengen Area countries, and GCC nations can also enter Armenia visa-free.
Starting July 1st, 2025, Armenia will implement a visa-free regime for citizens of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman, allowing them to enter and stay in the country for up to 180 days within a year without the need for an entry visa.
In addition to the visa exemption for these three countries, Armenia has extended visa-free entry to individuals holding valid residency permits from the United States, European Union member states, Schengen Area countries, and GCC nations. These individuals can also stay in Armenia for up to 180 days within a year without a visa.
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