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Armenian Citizenship by Descent
Armenian Citizenship by Descent
Half your documents are missing. You're not sure what's actually required. You have questions about military registration and the answers online don't agree. This is where most people stop — not because they don't qualify, but because it's unclear what to do next. We work through your specific documents and answer what's actually holding you back.
Who can apply by descent
Applicants with a parent, grandparent, or documented Armenian ancestry qualify for the simplified procedure.
01No residency requirement
02No Armenian language exam
03No Constitution test
04An oath of allegiance to the Republic of Armenia at the final stage — a one-time step, not an exam
The government fee is AMD 50,000 (about $126). The decision is made by presidential decree, typically within 90 working days of filing a complete application.
Sound familiar?
You're not sure what's actually required
Every source online gives a different list. We tell you exactly what applies to your case — once, without contradictions.
You have questions about military service
The most common question from applicants with Armenian ancestry — and the most inconsistent one online. A generic answer may not fit your situation: we go through it at consultation, based on your age and circumstances.
Documents are missing or damaged
Not a reason to stop. Document recovery through church and civil records is often possible when nothing direct survived.
Two starting points, depending on what you have
Documents in hand, ready to file
Go straight to the main package — collection, translation, and legalization are included, no separate search fee.
Not sure what you have is enough
Start with an ancestry assessment: we review what's confirmed, what's missing, and whether it can be recovered. A standalone service — the result is a written answer, path or no path, before you commit to the full package.
How the application works
Case review
what documents you have, what's missing, whether document recovery is needed.
Document preparation
translation, notarization, and apostille where required.
Registration and filing
through the unified electronic portal, or in person in Armenia, at an embassy, or a consulate.
Interview
a formal procedural step, not an exam.
Presidential decree
the citizenship decision, typically within 90 working days of a complete filing.
Oath and documents
passport, national ID, and address registration.
Family: spouse and children
Children are processed under the simplified procedure as soon as the parent receives citizenship.
A spouse may apply no earlier than one year after the applicant receives citizenship — this is a legal requirement, better known upfront than discovered at consultation as an unwelcome surprise.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to live in Armenia to get citizenship by descent?+
No. There is no residency requirement for this route.
Do I need to pass an Armenian language exam?+
No. Neither the language exam nor the Constitution test applies to citizenship by descent.
I don't have documents proving Armenian ancestry — do I still have a chance?+
Yes. Missing documents don't mean no path exists — document recovery and other forms of proof are often possible. We assess what fits your case at consultation.
Will I have to serve in the military if I get citizenship?+
It depends on your specific situation — your age at the time of citizenship and other circumstances. The rules have changed more than once over the past two years, and a general answer would likely confuse more than help. We go through this individually at consultation.
Can my family get citizenship too?+
Children — immediately, alongside you. A spouse — no earlier than one year after you receive citizenship.
How much does filing cost?+
The government fee is AMD 50,000 (about $126). Additional costs depend on document volume and whether document recovery is needed.
How long does this take?+
Typically up to 90 working days from a complete filing, provided ancestry is already documented. If document recovery is needed, the timeline extends by however long that search takes.
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