COVID-19 Information

Last updated: October 5, 2022

The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers.

Check the CDC website for additional information and Frequently Asked Questions.

Entry and Exit Requirements:

Are there COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens? No
Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? No
Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry? No
For more information, please check the Government of Armenia’s webpage here: https://www.gov.am/en/covid-travel-restrictions/

Quarantine Information:

Are U.S. citizens required to quarantine? Yes, if they demonstrate symptoms or receive a positive COVID-19 test result. Additionally, individuals who receive COVID-19 tests upon arrival must self-quarantine or isolate until receiving test results.

- Vaccinated people who test positive for COVID-19 will be required to self-isolate for 7 days and unvaccinated people will have to self-isolate for 10 days after a positive PCR test result. This can be reduced to 7 days if a new PCR test returns a negative result.
- During the monitoring or quarantine period, health officials may check individuals’ conditions.

COVID-19 Testing:

Are PCR and/or antigen tests available for U.S. citizens in Armenia? Yes
If so, are test results reliably available within 72 hours? Yes
You can find more information on PCR testing and a list of COVID-19 testing laboratories at the Zvartnots International Airport website: http://www.zvartnots.aero/EN/News?ID=3156
Testing labs will email a copy of the results, while a physical copy can be picked up from the lab.
You can find additional information here: https://www.moh.am/#3/0
The average cost of COVID-19 testing in Armenia is roughly 30 USD. Individuals seeking COVID-19 tests for air travel or other administrative reasons are responsible for the costs of the test. Individuals demonstrating COVID-like symptoms may be administered the test for medical reasons by a polyclinic or hospital.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

Are vaccines available in Armenia for U.S. citizens to receive? Yes. Vaccines are available to the public in Armenia.
Which vaccines are available in Armenia? Armenia has received some quantities of Sputnik V, Sinovac, and AstraZeneca, which are available to the public.
Visit the FDA’s website to learn more about FDA-approved vaccines in the United States.

Local Resources:

Gov of Armenia: https://www.gov.am/en/
Ministry of Health of Armenia: www.moh.am
Armenian National Center for Disease Control: www.ncdc.am
Ministry of Health hotline number (local dial only): 8003
Special Commission Hotline: 8141
Special Commission # for those living abroad: +374 11208141
Armenia National Center for Disease Control hotline: +374 (0) 60 83 83 00 or +374 (0)10-550-601 or +374 (0)10-550-602
Travel.state.gov Country Information on Armenia and Travel Advisory page.
For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest travel information.
Check with your airlines, cruise lines, or travel operators regarding any updated information about your specific travel plans and/or restrictions.
Visit the WHO Health Page for more information about COVID-19. WHO Health Topics: Coronavirus.

Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions and entry procedures into the United States.