On April 10, 2025, the Government of the Republic of Armenia passed Decision N 410-N, establishing the legal framework for managing employment contracts electronically. The law came into effect on July 1, 2025, marking the beginning of a significant shift in Armenian employment practices. From this date, employers are permitted to sign contracts digitally through a government-managed platform.
While digital usage remains optional throughout 2025, it will become mandatory for all new employment contracts starting January 1, 2026, with all existing contracts required to be digitised by January 1, 2027. This phased rollout presents important compliance considerations for global companies hiring in Armenia.
For employers expanding into Armenia or already managing teams there, this digital transformation introduces new legal requirements. Partnering with an Employer of Record (EOR) can help streamline hiring while ensuring full compliance with local employment law.
Key Highlights for Employers:
Digital-only contracts: All employment agreements must now be signed using the new electronic system.
Government oversight: The State Revenue Committee manages the system, with oversight and access granted to Armenia’s Health and Labor Inspectorate and the Migration and Citizenship Service.
Detailed mandatory fields: Contracts must include fields such as tax ID, position, working hours, salary structure, leave entitlements, and more, all entered and signed digitally.
Document submission: Employers must collect identity documents, social security cards, proof of qualifications, and medical certificates (where applicable) before signing the contract.
Why This Law Matters for Global Employers Hiring in Armenia
For global employers hiring local talent in Armenia, especially those managing distributed or remote teams, recent legal changes introduce important procedural obligations. Employment contracts must now be executed digitally; failure to comply may invalidate the agreement and expose employers to compliance risks or penalties.
Employers must adhere to local administrative standards, including specific formatting, mandatory fields, and submission protocols. With local authorities having direct access to the contract system, non-compliance can be easily flagged during audits or inspections.
How an Employer of Record (EOR) in Armenia Simplifies Compliance
Partnering with an EOR in Armenia enables companies to hire local talent without establishing a legal entity or managing complex regulatory changes on their own. With Atlas as your EOR partner, you benefit from full compliance with Armenia's digital contract system, we ensure all required fields are accurately completed and digitally signed in accordance with local law.
Our support extends to streamlined onboarding, handling everything from document collection to electronic submissions. By outsourcing local HR compliance to an EOR, your business avoids legal risks, minimizes administrative burden, and offers a seamless hiring experience for your Armenian workforce.
What Employers Hiring in Armenia Should Do Next
If you currently employ or plan to hire in Armenia, here's what you should prioritise:
Review current employment contracts to ensure they align with the new digital system requirements.
Work with your EOR provider to update onboarding workflows and HR documentation in Armenia.
Educate hiring managers and HR teams on Armenia’s shift to digital-only contracts.
Plan for document collection and employee onboarding timelines based on the new system’s requirements.