As of January 1, 2026, several high-profile legislative changes have come into force in Armenia at once, affecting all segments of the population. The most notable was the reduction of the mandatory military service term: conscripts drafted after January 7 will serve 18 months instead of the previous 24.
No less significant is the introduction of a mandatory health insurance system. At the first stage, it will cover 1.6 million citizens: children under 18, seniors over 65, people with disabilities, families of fallen servicemen, as well as those who receive social benefits or a salary of 200 thousand drams or more.
From 2026, labor relations are moving radically into a digital format: all employment contracts will now be concluded exclusively through the state platform. The procedure for submitting citizenship applications is changing similarly — exclusively online, with preliminary document verification and an increase in the state fee.
Citizens' financial life will also become more attractive: the state is introducing a universal 2% cashback on cashless payments through the ArCa system. An electronic notification system will also appear, allowing state bodies to promptly inform individuals, legal entities, and sole proprietors through digital channels or by mail.
In addition, Armenia has nearly doubled its quota for duty-free imports of electric vehicles — the country will now be able to import up to 15 thousand cars within the EAEU framework. These measures promise to stimulate both digitalization and environmentally friendly transport solutions in the country.
