Apps You Need in Armenia

Apps You Need in Armenia

📱 Must-Have Apps for Living in Armenia

Whether you’re staying in Armenia short-term or settling in long-term, having the right apps can make life smoother, safer, and more connected. From ordering food to calling a taxi, here are the top apps you’ll want to download for everyday use in Armenia.

🚕 1. GG or Yandex Go – For Taxis

These two are Armenia’s go-to ride-hailing apps.

  • GG is local and often preferred for its simplicity and availability.

  • Yandex Go (part of the Yandex ecosystem) is popular in bigger cities like Yerevan and Gyumri.

🟢 Tip: Prices are generally affordable, and you can pay by cash or card.

🍔 2. Menu.am – Food Delivery

If you’re craving Armenian, Chinese, pizza, or fast food, Menu.am is the biggest and most reliable food delivery platform.

  • Offers menus in English and Armenian.

  • Works in Yerevan, Gyumri, Vanadzor, and other major cities.

📦 Also delivers groceries, pharmacy items, and even flowers.

🛍️ 3. Glovo – Delivery on Demand

A global app now available in Armenia.

  • Order from stores, restaurants, or request “courier” service to deliver documents, gifts, or keys.

  • Popular for small errands.

🟡 Great alternative when Menu.am doesn’t have what you need.

💬 4. Telegram – Communication

While WhatsApp and Viber are used too, Telegram is huge in Armenia.

  • Many local groups, events, and even businesses operate through Telegram.

  • Look for community groups, buy/sell chats, or Chinese-speaking groups in Armenia.

🌐 5. Translate Apps – For Language Help

Armenian is the official language. English is growing but limited outside Yerevan.

  • Google Translate: Best for text and voice.

  • Papago: Another option for Asian languages.

  • Armenian and Russian are the most spoken languages, so offline language packs are helpful.

💳 6. Idram & Telcell – Payments

These two apps help you:

  • Pay utility bills

  • Top-up phone credit

  • Transfer money

  • Pay in stores via QR code

💡 Many shops and cafés now accept Idram payments — just scan the QR code.

🧭 7. Armenian Traffic Police App (Road Police)

If you're driving, this app helps you:

  • Check fines

  • Pay parking

  • Stay updated on road rules

Also useful for checking if your car has entered Yerevan’s environmental “paid zones.”

🛒 9. Buy.am – Online Shopping

Buy everything from tech and fashion to kitchen appliances.

  • Local alternative to Amazon

  • Fast delivery within Armenia

📺 Bonus: Local Media Apps

To stay updated on Armenian news:

  • News.am, CivilNet, and Armenpress

  • Available in English, Russian, and Armenian

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