Armenian citizens in Italy, and Italian residents planning a trip to Armenia, can contact the Embassy of Armenia in Rome.
Contact Details
| Address | Lungotevere dei Mellini, 17, 00193 Rome, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 06 3296638 |
| info@ambasciataarmena.it | |
| Website | www.ambarmenia.it |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Vladimir Karapetyan, Ambassador |
| National Day | 21 September |
Consular Section
| Address | Via XX Settembre, 98/E, 00187 Rome |
| consolare@ambasciataarmena.it | |
| Consular district | All of Italy |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | By appointment |
| Tuesday | By appointment |
| Wednesday | By appointment |
| Thursday | By appointment |
| Friday | By appointment |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Italian Foreign Ministry’s list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Italian and Armenian public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Lungotevere dei Mellini, 17 (00193 Rome). The consular section has its own entrance/address: Via XX Settembre, 98/E, 00187 Rome.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
About the Armenian Embassy in Rome
Vladimir Karapetyan heads the embassy as ambassador; the Italian list gives 20 February 2025 as the date of accreditation. The Italian diplomatic list names 4 accredited diplomats for the embassy. Three honorary consulates support Armenian citizens in other parts of Italy.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Armenian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Armenian authorities ask for:
Renewing an Armenian passport abroad (adults)
- Apply in person at the nearest Armenian embassy or consulate
- Completed application form
- Four identical colour photos, 35 × 45 mm, taken within the last six months
- Your expired passport plus copies of pages 2–5
- Men aged 18–55: military service documents (or deferment/conscription reference)
- Receipt for the consular fee; foreign documents need an apostille and Armenian translation
Sources: Embassy of Armenia to the USA – passport (mfa.am) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Visa and entry information for Italian citizens
Italian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Armenia (up to 180 days). Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Closing days
The embassy is closed on Italian public holidays as well as on the Armenian national day, 21 September. Offices in the city also close on 29 June for the feast of Saints Peter and Paul. Many offices work reduced hours in August – call ahead in summer.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +39 06 3296638. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Italian emergency number is 112.
Diplomatic missions of Armenia in Italy
Armenia in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of Armenia (this page)
- Bari – Honorary Consulate
- Milan – Honorary Consulate
- Venice – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Armenia in Rome
What is the address of the Armenian Embassy in Italy?
At Lungotevere dei Mellini, 17, 00193 Rome.
Who is the ambassador of Armenia to Italy?
Vladimir Karapetyan, according to the Italian diplomatic list of 14 August 2026.
When is the Armenian national day?
The Italian Foreign Ministry lists 21 September as the national day of Armenia; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for Armenia?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 180 days) – check Viaggiare Sicuri before booking.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign embassies in Italy (as of 14 August 2026), Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for Armenia, www.ambarmenia.it. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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