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Armenia - General Information

Discover Armenia, a hidden gem in the heart of the South Caucasus at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, blending ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty.

  • Time Zone: Armenia Standard Time (AMT) / UTC+4
  • Main Bootcamp Location: City of Dilijan, 1,15mn drive from the Capital City of Yerevan.

  • VISA: Armenia allows visa-free entry for citizens of several countries. However, checking the latest visa requirements based on your nationality is advisable before planning your trip. Visit this website to check visa requirements for foreigners: website .
    Learn more about Visa for Armenia

  • Language: The official language is Armenian. English and Russian are also spoken in some tourist areas.

  • Currency: The official currency is the Armenian Dram (AMD).
    Armenia is a relatively cash-friendly country, but credit cards are widely accepted in most places. You will need to exchange any other currency you bring for drams: there will be no problems with exchanging dollars, euros and rubles.

  • Weather: Dilijan experiences spring weather in May, with mild temperatures ranging from around 8 to 20 degrees Celsius (46 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit). It’s a pleasant time to visit, with blooming nature and comfortable temperatures.

  • Electricity: The standard voltage is 230V, and the frequency is 50Hz. The type of plugs used is the European standard with two round pins. Common types used are type C and type F

  • Phone and Sim cards: (Dialing +374)
    The local mobile network providers in Armenia offer prepaid SIM cards for tourists. The main three are Team Telecom, MTS Vivacell, and UCom. Be sure to have your passport, and you can easily purchase a SIM card for local calls and data.

    Plans can be purchased (while showing your passport) for up to $12 USD per month. These plans include unlimited data, SMS, and domestic and international calls to countries like Canada and the US. SIM cards can be purchased at Zvartnots International Airport near the baggage claim, and mobile service providers are located all throughout the city.

  • Water
    Drinking water in Armenia comes from natural underground sources. Except for a few settlements, almost the entire country is supplied with clean water that does not need to be boiled or filtered

  • Alcohol and Tobacco: Armenia allows the sale and consumption of alcohol and tobacco. The legal drinking age is 18.

  • Forbidden items: It’s important to adhere to customs regulations, refrain from bringing prohibited items, including certain medications and large amounts of currency, without declaration, and take out-of-the-country items with a specific cultural or historical significance without proper permits.

Emergency number

  • The number for police, medical, and fire emergencies in Armenia is 112.

    Fire Department - 101 Police - 102 Ambulance - 103 Gas Emergency Service - 104 Emergency Situations Crisis Management Center - 911 Municipality of Yerevan Hotline - 105 Human Rights Defender of Armenia Hotline - 116 Zvartnots International Airport Hotline - 187

Tourism websites & References

Airports

  • Zvartnots International Airport - Yerevan (EVN
    The international airport is Zvartnots, located 30 minutes from the capital city of Yerevan (EVN). The distance between Yerevan Zvartnots Airport and Dilijan is 77 km. It is easy to organize taxi rides or shuttles.

Bootcamp: Suggested to bring with you

  • Notebook and personal computer, mouse and flashdrives
  • Materials (leather, fabrics, textiles..) you want to try and experiment with
  • Spring clothes and sunglasses