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Armenian Visa Types: Business Visa, Tourist Visa, and e-Visa Guide (2026)
Before travelling to the Republic of Armenia, it is important to familiarize yourself with the entry visa requirements and the applicable legal framework. What is an Armenian Entry Visa? An Armenian entry visa is an authorization issued by the competent state authority of the Government of the Republic of Armenia that grants a foreign national …
Key Amendments to Armenia’s Law on Foreigners: New Quota System, Work Entry Visa and Updated Residence Rules
Larisa Petrosyan Attorney at Law Michael Hovhannesyan Senior Partner, Attorney at Law The Republic of Armenia is introducing a set of important amendments to the Law on Foreigners and the Law on State Duty, which will enter into force on 1 November 2026. These changes significantly reshape the current framework for hiring foreign employees, obtaining residence permits, …
Relocating Employees to Armenia: Work Permits & Residence Process
Relocating employees to Armenia has become common in 2026 due to Armenia’s growing IT sector, startup ecosystem, and open business environment. However, employers and employees must follow specific legal procedures related to work permits and residence status. These procedures are regulated mainly by Armenian migration law, labor regulations, and government decisions on the employment of …
How to Hire Employees in Armenia: Step-by-Step Guide to Employment Contracts, Tax & Payroll (2026)
Hiring employees in Armenia is a regulated legal process governed primarily by the Labor Code of the Republic of Armenia and related tax legislation. Whether you are a local startup, foreign-owned company, or expanding international business, it is essential to structure employment relationships correctly from day one to avoid fines, tax exposure, and labor disputes. …
IT Company Tax Regime in Armenia
The IT industry in Armenia is one of the most developed and progressive sectors in the Caucasus region. This growth is largely driven by the favorable conditions created for IT professionals and companies. Over the years, Armenia has introduced targeted tax incentives and government support programs to encourage both local specialists and foreign professionals to …
Can a Foreigner Start a Business in Armenia?
Armenia has one of the most open foreign investment regimes in the region, allowing 100% foreign ownership in most sectors, simple company registration procedures, and relatively low taxes for small and medium-sized enterprises. This guide explains the real steps, required documents, timeline, and legal requirements for foreigners starting a company in Armenia in 2026. How …
How Chinese Entrepreneurs Can Register a Company in Armenia in 10 Days
简体中文摘要 中国企业家可在亚美尼亚约10个工作日内完成公司设立、银行开户与居留规划。本文概述流程、税务、居留及常见风险。 Armenia is becoming a practical relocation and expansion base for Chinese founders who want faster incorporation, lower operating costs, and a workable route into Eurasian and wider international markets. Foreign investors are generally entitled to treatment no less favorable than local investors under Armenia’s foreign investment framework, and Armenian LLC registration is supported through …
Armenia-China Double Tax Treaty: How to Reduce Dividend Withholding from 10% to 0% via Luxembourg
中文摘要 中亚双重征税条约：股息预扣税10%（直接路线）可通过卢森堡中间控股结构降至0%。附完整结构图说明。 The Double Tax Treaty between the Republic of Armenia and the People’s Republic of China (in force since 2005, DTT) limits withholding tax on dividends paid from an Armenian company to a Chinese shareholder to 5% (Article 10, §2(a)) — an improvement over the 10% domestic rate. However, with the right intermediate holding …
How to Hire Filipino Employees in Armenia: The POEA Agreement Shortcut (2026)
中文摘要 亚美尼亚雇用菲律宾员工：通过POLO莫斯科认可POEA标准合同，工作许可证约4-6周，博彩客服及技术人员首选。 Filipino professionals — customer support agents, payments compliance officers, fraud analysts, and English-language content teams — are a first-choice hire for Asian iGaming operators setting up back-offices in Yerevan. The challenge is the POEA (Philippine Overseas Employment Administration) regulatory framework, which governs all employment of Filipino nationals abroad. This guide explains the shortcut: …