In unprecedented steps to boost tourist arrivals, Armenia has introduced a new shorter-stay visa for guests. Until recently, most visitors to the country could only obtain a 120-day visa at a cost of around US$40. The new legislation means that 21-day visas can also be obtained at the airport in Yerevan upon arrival at a cost of AMD 3000 or just over US$8.
Although the majority of visitors to Armenia do require visas, they are easy to obtain from Armenian embassies overseas, at the border points, and online as e-visas.
Theodore Koumelis - Monday, June 15, 2009