🇦🇲 Is Armenia safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Armenia: 31 diplomatic missions from 30 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Armenia
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Border with Azerbaijan is closed; no crossing possible between the two countries
- Travel insurance may be void if you visit areas where FCDO advises against travel
- Land borders with Azerbaijan (militarized) and Turkey are both closed to travelers
- Travel insurance covering illness, accidents, evacuation and repatriation is strongly recommended
Risk areas and situations
- 5km zone along the entire eastern Armenia-Azerbaijan border: avoid due to ongoing tensions
- M16/H26 road between Ijevan and Noyemberyan: avoid due to border tensions
- Low overall crime rate, but take usual precautions in tourist areas and on public transport
Local laws and customs
- Zero tolerance for entry of narcotics, psychotropics, precursors or plants containing these substances in any form
- Homosexuality is legal since 2003, but public displays of affection between same-sex couples are strongly discouraged, including in Yerevan
- Drug possession laws are extremely strict, whether for personal use or sale
- Spanish Embassy advises against surrogacy in Armenia as it has no legal standing under Spanish law
Health
- Comprehensive travel insurance covering illness, accidents, evacuation and repatriation is strongly advised
Emergency numbers in Armenia
Embassies and consulates in Armenia
31 diplomatic missions from 30 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | 2 | Yerevan |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Kentron District |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Yerevan |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Yerevan |
…and 18 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Armenia is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Armenia safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Armenia is 2.5/4 (High risk, level 3 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Armenia?
The general emergency number in Armenia is 911. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Armenia?
Telcomia tracks 31 diplomatic missions from 30 countries in Armenia, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.