Temporary residence – entrepreneurial activity
Changes or availability under review — New Law on Foreigners in force 1 Nov 2026: quotas, online permits portal, business→PR shortcut removed
Temporary residence – entrepreneurial activity is a residence route in Armenia (יזם). From 1 Nov 2026: ≥ AMD 2M in company capital/securities, or individual entrepreneur with AMD 1M turnover in 60 days/balance. Fee AMD 155,950 per person (was 105k). Annual quota; PR after 3 yrs of temporary status in 5.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 4'200. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 3 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 3 years.
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.
| קטגוריה | יזם |
|---|---|
| השקעה | CHF 4'200 |
| אגרות (משפחה) | CHF 1'000 |
| הכנסה / שנה | — |
| נכסים | — |
| שהיית מינ׳ | — |
| קבע | 3 |
| אזרחות | 3 |
| עבודה | yes |
| זכאים | all |
| מס | Resident at 183 days/vital interests → worldwide; flat 20% PIT; dividends 5–10% |
| נכון ל | 2026-10 |
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