{"metadata":{"generated":{"timestamp":1393624893,"date":"2014-02-28 23:01:33"}},"data":{"country-iso":"AM","advisory-state":1,"has-advisory-warning":0,"has-regional-advisory":1,"has-content":1,"update-metadata":"","eng":{"name":"Armenia","url-slug":"armenia","friendly-date":"February 19, 2014 16:10 ","advisory-text":"Exercise a high degree of caution; see also regional advisories.","recent-updates":"A minor editorial change was made.","advisories":"
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The decision to travel is your responsibility. You are also responsible for your personal safety abroad. The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provides credible and timely information in its Travel Advice. In the event of a crisis situation that requires evacuation, the Government of Canada’s policy is to provide safe transportation to the closest safe location. The Government of Canada will assist you in leaving a country or a region as a last resort, when all means of commercial or personal transportation have been exhausted. This service is provided on a cost-recovery basis. Onward travel is at your personal expense. Situations vary from one location to another, and there may be constraints on government resources that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide assistance, particularly in countries or regions where the potential for violent conflict or political instability is high.<\/p>\n
The border with Azerbaijan, including the Nakhichevan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan, is closed. A ceasefire has been in effect since May, 1994. However, armed clashes and gunfire along a 5-km buffer zone of the border and ceasefire line may occur sporadically. There are numerous landmines surrounding the conflict zones with Nagorno-Karabakh.<\/p>\n
Pickpocketing, mugging, and theft from cars and homes occur. Do not show signs of affluence.<\/p>\n
Demonstrations occur and have the potential to suddenly turn violent. They can lead to significant disruptions to traffic and public transportation. Presidential elections took place on February 18, 2013. Related demonstrations and violence could occur. Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings, follow the advice of local authorities and monitor local media.<\/p>\n
Exercise a high degree of caution in the land border areas. The land border with Azerbaijan is closed. The land border with Turkey is also closed, although there are regular flights between Yerevan and Istanbul.<\/p>\n
Public transportation networks are overcrowded and poorly maintained.<\/p>\n
Pedestrians may not have the right of way.<\/p>\n
Minibuses are often involved in accidents.<\/p>\n
Some roads outside Yerevan are poorly maintained. Do not travel after dark. Poor driving standards, inadequate road signs and poor road conditions make travelling hazardous. Police may set up roadblocks to search vehicles. Winter travel can be extremely hazardous at higher elevations.<\/p>\n
Train service is unreliable. Exercise caution when travelling by train. Store personal belongings and documents in a safe place, do not leave the compartment unattended and lock the door from the inside.<\/p>\n
Consult our Transportation Safety<\/a> page in order to verify if national airlines meet safety standards.<\/p>\n Identity checks are frequently conducted by Armenian authorities. Carry a photocopy of your passport and leave another one with a relative or a friend at home. Keep passports and valuables in a safe.<\/p>\n Arrange to be met at the airport.<\/p>\n Dial 101 for the fire department, 102 for the police and 103 for ambulance services.<\/p>","entry-exit":" It is the sole prerogative of each country or region to determine who is allowed to enter. The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from the Armenian authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is the traveller's responsibility to check with the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia<\/a> for up-to-date information.<\/p>\n Official (special and diplomatic) passport holders must consult the Official Travel<\/a> page, as they may be subject to different entry requirements.<\/p>\n Canadians must present a passport<\/a> to visit Armenia. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from Armenia.<\/p>\n Canadians must be in possession of a visa to visit Armenia.<\/p>\n Transit visa: Required (for stays up to three days) Although visas can be obtained at major ports of entry, you should obtain your visa from the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia in Canada before departure to avoid the possibility of being refused entry or experiencing lengthy delays upon arrival. Armenian visa applications may also be submitted online through the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs<\/a> website.<\/p>\n Children need special documentation to visit certain countries. Please consult our Children<\/a> page for more information.<\/p>","health":" Be sure that your routine vaccines<\/a> are up-to-date regardless of your travel destination.<\/p> You may be at risk for these vaccine-preventable diseases while travelling in this country. Talk to your travel health provider about which ones are right for you.<\/p> \n\tHepatitis A<\/a> is a disease of the liver spread by contaminated food or water. All those travelling to regions with a risk of hepatitis A infection should get vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tHepatitis B<\/a> is a disease of the liver spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment or occupational exposure) should get vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tSeasonal influenza<\/a> occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year round in the tropics. Influenza (flu) is caused by a virus spread from person to person when they cough or sneeze or through personal contact with unwashed hands. Get the flu shot.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tMeasles occurs worldwide but is a common disease in developing countries, particularly in parts of Africa and Asia. Measles<\/a> is a highly contagious disease. Be sure your vaccination against measles is up-to-date regardless of the travel destination. \n\tRabies<\/a> is a disease that attacks the central nervous system spread to humans through a bite, scratch or lick from a rabid animal. Vaccination should be considered for travellers going to areas where rabies exists and who have a high risk of exposure (i.e., close contact with animals, occupational risk, and children).<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tTyphoid<\/a> is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among travellers going to rural areas, visiting friends and relatives, or with weakened immune systems. Travellers visiting regions with typhoid risk, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation should consider getting vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> Yellow fever is a disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito.<\/p> Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.<\/p>General safety information<\/h3>\n
Emergency services<\/h3>\n
Passport<\/h3>\n
Visa<\/h3>\n
Visitor visa: Required (for stays up to 120 days)
Official visa: Required<\/p>\nChildren and travel<\/h3>\n
Vaccines<\/summary>
Routine Vaccines<\/h3>
Vaccines to Consider<\/h3>
Hepatitis A<\/summary>
Hepatitis B<\/summary>
Influenza<\/summary>
Measles<\/summary>
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Typhoid<\/summary>
Yellow Fever Vaccination<\/h3>