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POLITICS● LOW2h ago · Oct 5, 2026, 12:12 PM

Armenia has long been one of the easiest places for Russians to relocate. New residency rules are about to make staying there more complicated.

Meduza [en] · eastern europe

In a recent survey, Meduza readers named Armenia one of the most comfortable countries for Russians to emigrate to. But starting November 1, new rules for obtaining a residence permit will take effect in the republic. The authorities are introducing quotas on residence permits, moving document submission online, and for the first time setting clear financial requirements for foreign entrepreneurs. This matters for Russians: opening a sole proprietorship in Armenia and obtaining a residence permit through it is one of the most popular ways to legally remain in the country. We explain how this p

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