The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia presented a new biometric passport, timed to coincide with the country's 35th anniversary of independence. According to the ministry, the document should open a new stage in the development of citizens' digital identity and expand the possibilities of using digital services. Its design reflects the history, culture, origin, religion, and statehood of Armenia.
Minister of Internal Affairs Arpine Sargsyan previously announced that the issuance of new generation passports will begin on November 1, 2026. They will gradually replace existing documents. At the same time, new ID cards are planned to be introduced.
The reform is also linked to Armenia's dialogue with the EU on visa liberalization. The negotiation process officially started in September 2024, and in November 2025, the European Commission handed over a corresponding Action Plan to Yerevan. It includes requirements for document security, border and migration control, public safety, and the protection of fundamental rights.