Destination guide
Residence pathways to assess
Each pathway has its own legal basis, evidence and limitations. These options support comparison; the final route follows an individual case review.
Important regulatory note
Official ARLIS annotations flag significant amendments effective 1 November 2026. Recheck transitional provisions and filing procedures on the actual application date; today’s procedure should not be assumed to apply unchanged tomorrow.
Official sources for this page ↗01Employment with an employer
Employment starts with a genuine offer and a work-authorisation review. The employer participates in the electronic process. Clarify the role, pay, filing responsibilities and family arrangements before accepting an offer.
Official sources for this page ↗ 02Genuine entrepreneurial activity
Do not treat incorporation alone as sufficient. Review actual activity, operational evidence, funding provenance and tax obligations. With the November 2026 changes approaching, obtain a current legal assessment before committing to setup costs.
Official sources for this page ↗ 03Study and family connections
Study and qualifying family connections can form separate residence grounds. Review the programme or relationship and its supporting evidence. An admission letter or family connection should not be treated as an approved residence application.
Official sources for this page ↗ Starting documents and questions
- Passport, entry status and stay history; check Armenian translation and certification needs.
- Offer, business evidence, admission or family records, according to the route.
A final checklist follows individual assessment. Translations, certification and family documents may be required. Do not send sensitive documents at the first contact.
Before applying and when renewing
Plan around the end of lawful stay and renewal. Ask separately about fees, taxation, insurance and family work rights. Check the current law against implementing procedures when filing.
Our support for this destination
We review your goals and circumstances, compare possible routes and prepare an initial checklist. Local legal coordination, translation and follow-up must be defined in the agreement before work begins; government and third-party charges are itemised separately.
Individual assessment is required. Nationality or budget alone does not establish eligibility.
Questions about this destination
Does company registration guarantee residence?
No. Actual activity and current case requirements require separate review, including the November 2026 changes.