ArmeniaEswatini
Armenian passport ยท policy checked 30 Jun 2026
e-Visa
Apply online - no embassy visit. Tourist and business eVisa available via official portal evisa.gov.sz (Ministry of Home Affairs).
30
days
max stay per entry
80
SZL ยท visa fee
about $4.5
2-5
days
processing time
Online
apply before travel
Policy note
Valid for single entry within 90 days of issuance; allows stay of up to 30 days.
Processing time 2-5 business days (some sources cite 5-15 business days). eVisa must be obtained before travel. Visa on arrival has been suspended following the eVisa system launch. The Ministry of Home Affairs also offers Student and Transit eVisa categories. No official list of eligible countries or fee schedule was found on the evisa.gov.sz portal as of June 2026.
How Armenian citizens apply for a Eswatini visa
- Apply online before travel and carry the approval. Apply here โ
Eswatini visa cost for Armenian citizens
SZL 80
Single-entry visa (tourist/business/volunteer/intern), 3 months
eVisa (evisa.gov.sz, pilot programme)
not published
Single-entry visa (tourist/business/volunteer/intern), 3 months
3 months, single entry
SZL 80
Multiple-entry visa, 3 months
3 months, multiple entry
SZL 300
Multiple-entry visa, 6 months
6 months, multiple entry
SZL 700
Multiple-entry visa, 9 months
9 months, multiple entry
SZL 1,000
Multiple-entry visa, 12 months
12 months, multiple entry
SZL 1,300
Eswatini visa types for Armenian citizens
Tourist eVisaTourist
30 dayssingle entry2-5d processingvalid 90donline
Online tourist visa for foreign nationals from eligible countries visiting Eswatini for tourism, valid for a single entry within 90 days of issuance.
Must be obtained before travel; visa on arrival is not available. Extensions are not permitted - must exit and re-enter if longer stay is needed. Requires scanned passport copy, passport-sized photo, and proof of travel arrangements. Fee schedule not publicly published on official portal.
Official page โTourist Visa (Standard)Tourist
30 dayssingle entry
For foreign nationals from visa-required countries visiting Eswatini for holiday or tourism purposes. Not for work-related intentions.
Applied for at the Ministry of Home Affairs Visa & Citizenship department or through Eswatini foreign missions. Fee: E80.00 (single entry, 3-month validity). Requires completed application form, cover letter, valid passport with at least 2 blank pages, proof of financial means, and return/onward ticket. Visa on arrival has been suspended; the eVisa (online) route is now the primary channel for pre-travel applications.
Official page โBusiness eVisaBusiness
30 dayssingle entry2-5d processingvalid 90donline
Online business visa for foreign nationals from eligible countries traveling to Eswatini for business activities.
Must be obtained before travel. Fee schedule not publicly published on official portal.
Official page โBusiness Person Permit / Temporary Residence Permit (Business)Business
multiple entry
Temporary residence permit for foreign nationals establishing or operating a business in Eswatini, allowing longer-term residency beyond the 30-day visitor limit.
Requires Application Form 3, Memorandum of Association, two passport photos, covering letter, police clearance from country of origin, lease agreement, medical certificate, Certificate of Incorporation (Forms J and C), and passport copy. All copies must be certified.
Official page โBusiness Visa (Standard)Business
30 daysmultiple entry
For foreign nationals from visa-required countries visiting Eswatini for business purposes, including business meetings and related activities.
Multiple entry options available: E300 (3 months), E700 (6 months), E1000 (9 months), E1300 (12 months). Applied for at Ministry of Home Affairs or Eswatini foreign missions. Single entry business visa also available at E80 (3 months).
Official page โTransit eVisaTransit
single entry2-5d processingvalid 90donline
Online transit visa for foreign nationals from eligible countries passing through Eswatini en route to another destination.
One of the four eVisa categories (tourist, business, student, transit) offered via the Ministry of Home Affairs portal evisa.gov.sz. Single entry, valid 90 days from issuance. Applicants must state the transit purpose. Must be obtained before travel; visa on arrival is suspended. Fee schedule not publicly published on the official portal.
Official page โTransit VisaTransit
single entry
For foreign nationals passing through Eswatini en route to another destination, who require a visa to enter.
Applicants must clearly state transit purpose and explain why Eswatini is the transit point. Those who fail to indicate transit status risk being returned to their entry point. Also available as a transit eVisa via evisa.gov.sz.
Official page โDependants Pass / Temporary Residence Permit (Dependants)Family
multiple entry
Temporary residence permit for dependants (spouse, children) of a foreign national holding a valid Eswatini residence permit.
Requires Application Form 6, copy of guardian's residence permit, two passport photos, guardian's covering letter, marriage certificate copy, police clearance for applicants over 18, medical certificate, and passport copy.
Official page โStudent eVisaStudent
30 dayssingle entry2-5d processingvalid 90donline
Online student entry visa for foreign nationals from eligible countries travelling to Eswatini to study at an accredited institution.
One of the four eVisa categories (tourist, business, student, transit) offered via the Ministry of Home Affairs portal evisa.gov.sz. Single entry, valid 90 days from issuance, stay up to 30 days. For study periods beyond the eVisa stay, a Student Pass / Temporary Residence Permit must be obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Fee schedule not publicly published on the official portal.
Official page โStudent Pass / Temporary Residence Permit (Students)Student
multiple entry
Temporary residence permit for foreign nationals studying at an accredited Eswatini educational institution.
Requires Application Form 10, two passport photos, letter from school/institution, Ministry of Education support letter, police clearance (for applicants aged 18 and over), medical certificate, and passport copy. A student eVisa may also be available via evisa.gov.sz (referenced in navigation but no further details found on the official portal).
Official page โWork Permit / Temporary Residence Permit (Employees)Work
multiple entry
Temporary residence permit for foreign nationals employed by an Eswatini-registered employer; required for stays exceeding 30 days or for working in the country.
Granted by committee on merit. Requires Application Form 3, employer's covering letter, proof of job advertisement, internationally recognized police clearance, qualification certificates, medical certificate, and Certificate of Incorporation documentation. Distinct from an entry visa - permits are for longer-term stay/residency.
Official page โSpecial PassOther
A special temporary permit issued in cases such as pending appeals or exceptional circumstances not covered by standard permit categories.
Requires Application Form 10, a recent copy of the relevant appeal or application, application letter, two passport photos, and passport copy.
Official page โVisitor's Pass / Temporary Residence Permit (Visitors)Other
Temporary residence permit for foreign nationals visiting a host in Eswatini for stays exceeding the 30-day tourist visa limit.
Requires Application Form 10, two passport photos, host's application letter, host's copy of residence status, medical certificate, and passport copy. Different from a standard tourist visa in that it is a longer-term residence permit granted to guests of Eswatini residents.
Official page โEswatini visa for Armenian citizens - FAQ
Do Armenian citizens need a visa for Eswatini?
Yes, but it can be completed entirely online - no embassy visit is required for eligible short-term visits.
What documents do Armenian citizens need for Eswatini?
A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Eswatini visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.
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