Situation Analyses on Access to HIV Services for Migrants in Armenia (2026)

The situation analysis presents the state of access to HIV services for migrants in Armenia at the beginning of 2026. Prepared by specialists and partners of the Regional Expert Group on Migration and Health for Eurasia, the report examine the experiences of nationals living abroad and foreign migrants residing in Armenia. They identify the legal, administrative, financial, social, and stigma-related barriers that affect access to HIV testing, antiretroviral treatment, clinical monitoring, psychosocial support, and continuity of care across borders. The publication highlight country-specific challenges and promising practices, and provide practical recommendations for health authorities, civil-society organisations, and international partners to strengthen confidential, equitable, and migrant-sensitive HIV services in Armenia. The report is part of analysis made throughout the region of the Caucasus. The text of the report is available in english.
POPULATION SIZE ESTIMATION AND ASSESSMENT OF HIV CARE NEEDS AMONG PLHIV AND KEY POPULATION MIGRANTS IN ARMENIA
Migrants from Russia and India in Armenia face diverse challenges in accessing HIV-related services. These include difficulties in prevention, treatment, and psychosocial support, particularly for key populations. The study aimed to estimate the number of people living with HIV (PLHIV) and KP among Russian and Indian migrants, understand barriers to accessing HIV-related services, and provide insights for improving service delivery.The report is available in english.

Policy Brief
Based on the results of an operational study
Legal and policy barriers to migrants’ access to
HIV services in Armenia”. The policy brief is available in english and russian.

Analysis of legal and institutional barriers to access HIV services among migrants in the Republic of Armenia
REG presents the results of a study to identify legal and institutional barriers related to HIV faced by Armenian citizens returning from migration. The text is available in russian and armenian languages.
