Toll roads in Armenia? How to buy a vignette in Armenia? Fines in Armenia? Parking in Armenia? Motorways in in Armenia? We have collected answers to all these questions for you in this article.
The length of highways in Armenia is 8140 km. Of them, 7,871 km are paved roads. Dirt roads – 269 km.
Toll roads in Armenia
The toll for the use of highways on vehicles registered in other states has been canceled since 2018 . Previously, a fee was charged for every 15 days of stay (AMD 10,000 (€23) for cars).
Fee for ecology
For the emission of harmful substances by vehicles registered in other countries entering and operating in the Republic of Armenia, a tax is levied according to the type and carrying capacity of the vehicle:
Type of vehicle | Tariff (AMD) | |
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Passenger cars | 3,750 (€ 8.60) | |
Buses (up to 12 passenger seats) | 5,000 (€ 11) | |
Buses (from 12 passenger seats and more) | 10,000 (€ 23) | |
Trucks (load capacity up to 5 tons) | 5,000 (€ 11) |
The payment for the release of harmful substances is paid at the last moment of entering the territory of the Republic of Armenia. Payment is made in Armenian drams.
Parking in Armenia
In Yerevan, there is a system of paid parking lots, as well as collection of fines for non-payment for parking. Parking areas on city streets are marked with red lines.
Parking rates:
Duration of parking | Tariff (AMD) |
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1 year | 100 (€ 0.20) |
1 day | 500 (€ 1.10) |
1 week | 1,000 (€ 2.30) |
1 month | 2,000 (€ 4.60) |
1 year | 12,000 (€ 27) |
The first 15 minutes of parking are free. The time from 24:00 to 09:00 in the morning is also not subject to payment.
Failure to pay for parking will result in a fine of AMD 5,000 (€11).
If the vehicle is parked without payment for more than 48 hours, it will be evacuated to the parking lot.
In practice, most parking near attractions or large shopping centers will cost between AMD 200 and 250 (€ 0.50 – 0.60).
Official website with a parking map in Yerevan – Parking City Service .
Road map of Armenia
Crossing the border of Armenia
The following documents are required to cross the state border of Armenia by car:
- Passport
- Driver’s license
- Vehicle registration certificate
Armenia is not included in the countries that operate the Green Card system of international insurance. At the same time, from January 1, 2011, the requirement for mandatory car insurance and civil liability came into force.
The size of the insurance premium depends on the volume of the engine, the driver’s age (up to 23 years and older) and his driving experience (up to 3 years and more).
You can enter the territory of Armenia by car only from the territory of Iran and Georgia.
Entry from Azerbaijan and Turkey is currently not possible .
Main traffic laws of Armenia
Speed limits in Armenia
Standard speed limits in Armenia (unless otherwise indicated on signs).Cars (up to 3.5 tons):
- in the settlement – 60 km/h
- outside the settlement – 90 km/h
- on the road – 110 km/h
Cars with a trailer:
- in the settlement – 60 km/h
- outside the settlement – 70 km/h
- on the road – 90 km/h
Motorcycles:
- in the settlement – 60 km/h
- outside the settlement – 90 km/h
- on the road – 90 km/h
In the zone of operation of the sign “Residential zone” the speed of vehicles should not exceed 20 km/h.
Current maximum speed limits on the roads of European countries for passenger cars.
Alcohol
Maximum permissible blood alcohol level in Armenia 0.2 ‰ .
Exceeding the permissible level by no more than 1.00 ‰ – a fine of 150,000 drams (€ 343).
Exceeding the permissible level by more than 1.00 ‰ – deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 1 year.
Refusal to pass a test for alcohol intoxication – deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 1 year.
Driving under the influence of a narcotic or psychotropic drug – deprivation of the right to drive a MS for a period of 2 years.
Permissible blood alcohol content while driving a car in European countries.
Use of low beam headlights in Armenia
Low beam is not mandatory when driving during the day. The dipped beam should be switched on at night and in conditions of poor visibility caused by bad weather.
Violation by the driver of the vehicle of the rules for using external lighting devices. The fine is AMD 3,000 (€7).
Transportation of children in Armenia
It is forbidden to carry children under the age of 12 in the front seats who are not equipped with a restraint system that corresponds to their weight.
Requirements for the transportation of children in light vehicles on the roads of European countries.
Safety belts
Use of seat belts in Armenia is mandatory for front passengers.
Fine – 10,000 drams (€23).
Phoning
You can talk on the phone while driving in Armenia only if the car is equipped with a hands-free system. The fine is 10,000 drams (€23).
Fines for talking on the phone while driving in European countries.
Tinting
The minimum degree of light transmission for the windshield and front side glass of the vehicle, at which it is allowed to participate in traffic — 70%.
The degree of light transmission for other glass, if they are not marked by the manufacturing organization (plant) containing one of the following combinations of signs: “43R”, “V”; “43R”, “V-VI”; “AS3”; “43R”, “V”, “AS3” – 70%.
Driving a vehicle in violation of the permitted norms regarding tinted glass or curtained glass is punishable by a fine of 25,000 drams (€57).
Fines in Armenia
Type of traffic violation | Penalty (AMD) |
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Violation of the rules of travel at pedestrian crossings | 5,000 (€ 11) |
Violation of overtaking rules | 5,000 (€ 11) |
Failure to comply with the requirements of traffic signs or street markings | 5,000 (€ 11) |
Departure of the vehicle at a railway crossing with a closed or closable barrier. | 10,000 (€ 23) |
Crossing a solid line in unexpected places by turning left or reversing | 20,000 (€ 46) |
Driving a vehicle on a one-way road against the flow of vehicles (including in the reverse direction) | 20,000 (€ 46) |
Passing on a prohibitory signal of a traffic light or on a prohibitory gesture of the regulator | 25,000 (€ 57) |
Do not have a valid contract of OSACV with you | 100,000 (€ 229) |
In Armenia, there is an error when measuring the speed of a vehicle of 10 km/h in favor of the driver. For example, if the radar recorded a speed of 103 km/h, then the fine will be calculated based on the speed of 93 km/h.Table of fines for speeding in Armenia (AMD)
Speeding | Penalty |
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1 – 10 km/year | For every km/h of excess – 1,000 (€ 2.30) |
11 – 30 km/year | 20,000 (€ 46) |
31 – 50 km/year | 25,000 (€ 57) |
51 – 80 km/year | 29,000 (€66) |
over 80 km/h | Deprivation of the right to manage TK for 1 year |
Fuel prices in Armenia
Unleaded gasoline (92, 95 and 98), diesel and natural gas are available in Armenia.
Average prices for all types of fuel as of 04.12.2023 :
- Regular (92) — AMD 530 (€1,211)
- Premium (95) – AMD 570 (€ 1.303)
- Super (98) – AMD 750 (€1,714)
- Diesel – AMD 570 (€ 1,303)
- LPG – AMD 220 (€ 0.503)
Changes compared to the previous period are shown. Update once every two weeks.
Emergency numbers in Armenia
- The European emergency number is 112, 911
- Fire service – 101
- Police – 102
- Ambulance – 103
Mandatory equipment
Equipment that must be in the car:
- Emergency stop sign
- Car first aid kit
- Extinguisher
Requirements for the equipment that must be in the car in different European countries.
Winter equipment
Winter tires
Since Armenia is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU), the use of winter tires is formally mandatory from December 1 to March 1.
Studded tires
The use of studded tires is allowed in Armenia.
Anti-slip chains
Anti-skid chains are optional, but must be installed on the drive axle when used.