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Russian citizens travelling to Armenia

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Armenia can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Armenia

👯‍♂️ good for parties
🤝 friendly locals
safe neighbourhoods
inexpensive cost of living
🐌 Below average wifi
bad air quality
❄️ cold weather

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Armenia from Russia usually are around 8649.00 RUB. Pobeda is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Aeroflot

. Popular domestic airlines are

Air Armenia

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

VivaCell MTS

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

GG.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is AMD.

1 RUB = 7.136593 AMD

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $4.18 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Armenia. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 180 days past your travel date.

Internal passport valid.:

Apply for a Visa

You can apply for a visa for Armenia via iVisa.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time including to Armenia. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Armenia has announced a 30-day State of Emergency from 16 March 2020 (local time). It has implemented enhanced screening procedures and entry restrictions, including temporary border closures, flight cancellations and medical checks at border checkpoints. It has also banned foreign nationals from listed countries or foreign nationals who have visited listed countries in the 14 days prior to arrival in Armenia. This list does not currently include Australia but may change at short notice. View this list on the website of the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Contact your airline or your nearest embassy or consulate of Armenia to confirm visa and entry requirements. Monitor the media for information on latest developments and follow the advice of local authorities. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Armenia.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Armenia. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (2.63 / 5)
Safety (4.00 / 5)
Cost of Living (5.00 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$28.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$4.18 USD

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Popular Cities in Armenia

Yerevan

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