Armenia Company Registration
Register an LLC in Armenia in under 1 hour with zero government fees. 100% foreign ownership, no minimum capital, IT tax exemption, EAEU market access, and free economic zones. One of the most founder-friendly jurisdictions in Europe and the CIS.
Why Armenia?
Armenia has emerged as one of the most attractive jurisdictions in the CIS and South Caucasus for foreign founders.
Zero Registration Fees
Opening an LLC in Armenia is free — no government fees. Registration takes as little as 1 hour at the State Register Agency or online via e-Register portal. One of the fastest and cheapest in Europe.
IT Tax Exemption
Certified IT companies enjoy profit tax exemption and reduced personal income tax (10% instead of standard rates) for employees. Armenia is a recognized regional IT hub with a thriving startup ecosystem.
No Minimum Capital
Minimum paid-up capital is just 1 EUR. No practical financial barrier to entry. Ideal for bootstrapped startups, consultancies, and service-based businesses.
EAEU Market Access
Armenia is an EAEU member, providing tariff-free trade with Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan — 183 million consumers. Plus FTAs with Vietnam, Singapore, Serbia, and Iran.
Free Economic Zones
FEZs offer complete exemption from income tax, profit tax, property tax, and VAT. 100% foreign participation allowed. Ideal for manufacturing, assembly, and export-oriented businesses.
41 Double Tax Treaties
Extensive DTA network. No restrictions on foreign ownership or profit repatriation. Armenia does not tax repatriation of profits and invested capital.
Tax Overview
| Tax | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Profit Tax | 18% | On net corporate profits |
| Turnover Tax (SMEs) | 1.5–10% | For businesses under AMD 115M turnover |
| VAT | 20% | Standard rate; turnover/micro regimes exempt |
| IT Companies | 0% | Profit tax exemption with IT certificate |
| FEZ Companies | 0% | Full exemption from CIT, VAT, property tax |
What’s Included
Included in package
- State Register Agency registration
- Charter and founding documents
- Tax registration and TIN issuance
- Legal address in Yerevan
- Corporate bank account introduction
- Tax regime selection advisory
- IT certificate application (if eligible)
- Post-registration compliance guidance
Documents required
- Passport copy (notarized Armenian translation)
- Proof of address
- Proposed company name
- Business activity description
- Beneficial owner declaration
- Power of attorney (if remote)
Cost & Timeline Breakdown
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Everything included to launch in Armenia.
| Item | Cost (USD) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| State Register Agency registration | Included | 1 hour – 1 day |
| Charter & founding documents | Included | Same day |
| Tax registration & TIN | Included | 1 day |
| Tax regime selection | Included | Within 20 days |
| IT certificate application | Included | 1–2 weeks |
| Bank account introduction | Included | 2–3 days |
| Total Package | From $1,200 | 1–3 days |
All prices are fixed — no hourly billing. Optional add-ons available on request.
Speak with a Armenia Specialist
Our team provides end-to-end company formation in Armenia with local partners on the ground. Transparent advice on entity selection, tax optimization, and compliance.
What Our Clients Say
Founders who registered through Sovera Global.
“Armenia’s IT tax exemption is real — zero profit tax with the IT certificate. Sovera registered our LLC in literally one hour and handled the IT Park application.”
“We chose Armenia for its EAEU access and low costs. Zero registration fees was a pleasant surprise. Sovera’s Yerevan team was responsive and professional.”
Official Resources
Key government agencies for company registration and investment in Armenia.
Frequently Asked Questions
As fast as 1 hour in person at the State Register Agency. Online registration via e-Register takes 1–3 business days. There are zero government registration fees for LLCs in Armenia.
Companies that obtain an IT certificate from the Armenian government are exempt from profit tax and benefit from reduced personal income tax rates for employees. This applies to software development, IT services, and technology companies.
Yes. No restrictions on foreign ownership. Both the founder and director can be of any nationality. Up to 49 participants per LLC. No requirement for local partners, directors, or shareholders.
Three main regimes: general (18% profit tax + 20% VAT), turnover tax (1.5–10% for small businesses under AMD 115M), and microbusiness (symbolic AMD 5,000/month per employee). Companies choose within 20 days of registration.
Yes. Armenia does not tax the repatriation of profits or invested capital. No restrictions on foreign currency exchange or capital movement. The banking system supports international transfers in AMD, USD, EUR, and RUB.
Tariff-free trade with Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan. Plus FTAs with Vietnam, Singapore, Serbia, and Iran. GSP preferential access to US, Japan, and EU markets. Access to a combined market far exceeding Armenia’s domestic population.
Complete exemption from income tax, profit tax, property tax, and VAT. 100% foreign participation allowed. Available for manufacturing, processing, and export-oriented activities. No customs duties on imports into the FEZ.
No. Founders from CIS countries (Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan) do not need apostille or legalization — a simplified document process applies under mutual agreements.
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