Work-based temporary residence / work permit
changing — Work-entry visa and quotas from 1 Nov 2026
Work-based temporary residence / work permit is a residence route in Armenia (Employment). Employment contract + work permit (new work-entry visa from Nov 2026, quota-limited); EAEU citizens work freely. Visa-free stay 180 days/yr for Swiss/EU/Russian citizens.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
Resident at 183 days/vital interests → worldwide; flat 20% PIT; dividends 5–10%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | — |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | — |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | all (EAEU incl. Russian citizens need no work permit) |
| Tax | Resident at 183 days/vital interests → worldwide; flat 20% PIT; dividends 5–10% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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