Armenia grants visa-free entry to GCC citizens and residents from July 1

Dubai: Armenia has granted visa-free entry to citizens and residents of Oman and other GCC countries for stays of up to 90 days within180-day period, effective July 1, 2025.

The new visa policy is part of a strategic initiative to strengthen economic ties, boost tourism, and facilitate business opportunities between Armenia and the GCC.

Armenia had previously introduced visa-free travel for UAE citizens in 2017, Qatari citizens in 2019, and Kuwaiti citizens in 2022, a significant development that paved the way for the newly expanded regional visa policy.

The move aims to boost Armenia’s attractiveness as an easy- to-reach and friendly destination within the South Caucasus, particularly appealing to visitors from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.

The new visa free policy will apply to all passport holders from the GCC countries, enabling travel for tourism, leisure, or business purposes without a visa for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.  

Also, people holding valid residency permit issued by any of the GCC countries with at least six months of validity from the date of entry to Armenia, will also be eligible for visa-free entry, thereby broadening the accessibility for a substantial segment of the GCC expatriate communities.

“This milestone reflects our dedication to making Armenia more accessible to regional travellers,” said Lusine Gevorgyan, Chairman of the Tourism Committee of Armenia’s Ministry of Economy.

“We look forward to welcoming more guests from the GCC who seek meaningful travel experiences, whether through our ancient monasteries, vibrant food scene, or immersive cultural festivals.”

 The committee expects that the visa waiver will further stimulate collaboration with the GCC.

The initiative supports Armenia’s broader tourism strategy, which includes enhanced air connectivity, improved visitor infrastructure, and dynamic destination marketing across global markets.