BIOMETRIC PASSPORTS TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN ARMENIA STARTED JANUARY 1, 2010

ArmInfo
2008-12-23 14:38:00

Biometric passports and cards will be implemented in Armenia beginning
from January 1, 2010, Head of the Visa and Passport Department of the
Armenian Police Norayr Muradkhanyan said at today’s press-conference.

He also added biometric passports will be necessary for the citizens
of Armenia when leaving abroad, and identity cards will be used
inside the country. He also said that after implementation of a new
system, citizens of Armenia will have two documents confirming their
citizenship.

According to M. Muradkhanyan, beginning from 2010 persons having
reached the age of 16 will be given two documents at once, while the
earlier given passports will be replaced by the biometric documents
after expiration of their validity. He added that implementation of
the new system will essentially simplify the process of delivery of
identification documents.

Moreover, due to a more reliable control, this system will prevent
violations by the citizens when receiving social payments.