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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Iran citizens need a visa for Armenia?

Visa-free · 90 days

Citizens of Iran can visit Armenia visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

VISAXSAug 2026
Visa-free
Iran → Armenia
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Iran vs Armenia: passport comparison

Iran

13

visa-free countries

Global rank: #190 · mobility 66.9

Armenia

35

visa-free countries

Global rank: #129 · mobility 88.7
8

countries both Iran and Armenia can enter visa-free together

Iran + Armenia: passport compatibility

75%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Iran and Armenia travel together — by entry type:

8 both visa-free
22 both visa on arrival
30 both e-visa / eTA
87 both need a visa
50 access differs

Where Iran and Armenia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (8)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Iran is visa-free (4)

How the entry rule changed: Iran → Armenia

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Iran → Armenia rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1passports gained easier entry to Armenia
0passports saw Armenia tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Iran passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Iran goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Armenia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 90 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Iran citizens need a visa for Armenia?
Citizens of Iran can visit Armenia visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Iran citizens stay in Armenia without a visa?
Iran passport holders are allowed to stay up to 90 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Iran or Armenia?
The Armenia passport is stronger: 35 visa-free countries versus 13. Global rank: Iran #190, Armenia #129.
Where can Iran and Armenia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 8 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Armenia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Iran and Armenia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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