Shipping goods from Armenia to Russia
Armenia is in the EAEU but has no common border with Russia: cargo travels by road through Georgia via the Upper Lars crossing, or by sea through Black Sea ports. We collect from your premises in Yerevan or Gyumri and deliver to your Russian customer in 6–10 days. Transit through a third country is the defining feature of this route: timing depends on traffic at Georgian crossings and on transhipment, not just on distance.
Upper Lars is the bottleneck: at peak times and in bad weather the crossing stands still, so for urgent consignments we plan air freight or schedule dispatch early. We also deliver from EU suppliers to Armenia in transit through Russia, as groupage via Rotterdam or by dedicated truck. B2B only — companies and sole traders — from 50 kg per shipment (air freight has no weight limit), minimum service fee €200.
How we ship from Armenia to Russia
Air freight
From any country in 2–8 days door to door via Istanbul or Dubai, charged by volumetric weight (1 m³ = 167 kg), no weight limit. Minimum service fee €200.
Transit times to Moscow
| Mode | Door to door |
|---|---|
| Road | 6–10 days |
| Air | 2–8 days |
What suppliers ship from Armenia to Russia
Armenian suppliers typically ship food and beverages, brandy and wine, textiles, jewellery and electrical goods, collected from Yerevan and Gyumri. Alcoholic drinks need the right certificates and documents for Russia, and clothing must carry Chestny ZNAK (Honest Sign) labelling. Every HS code is checked before we accept the cargo.
Where we collect from Armenia
Yerevan, Gyumri and any other address.
Export formalities
Armenia is an EAEU member, so no customs duties are charged on entry into Russia; your Russian buyer pays import VAT, and invoices, consignment notes and certificates are still required. Because the goods cross Georgia, which is not in the EAEU, their EAEU status must be confirmed by documents — otherwise the duty-free advantage is lost. We prepare the document set and transit formalities on your behalf.
How it works for you as a supplier
- 1Quote within 2 hours
Send the invoice or packing list — we check the HS codes against EU sanctions lists and quote transport, export formalities and customs clearance in Russia. - 2Collection from your premises
We pick up the goods from your warehouse or factory and take them to our consolidation warehouse or load a dedicated truck. - 3Export declaration
We lodge the export declaration on your behalf and send you the MRN and the proof of exit — the basis for zero-rating VAT. - 4Delivery to your customer
Border crossing, customs clearance in Russia and delivery to your buyer’s warehouse; tracking at every stage.
Practical tips
- Keep documentary proof of the goods’ EAEU status — without it, the benefit of duty-free entry does not apply.
- For urgent consignments, plan air freight or dispatch early: Upper Lars can close at peak times and in bad weather.
- For brandy and wine, prepare alcohol documents and certificates before collection.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Armenia to Russia take?
6–10 days by road via Georgia, depending on traffic at Upper Lars. Air freight is available for urgent cargo.
How is payment arranged with my Russian buyer?
Within the EAEU, payment is agreed directly between you and your buyer under your contract. For purchases from EU suppliers, our supplier-payment service is available: a partner company resident in the EU pays the invoice under an agency agreement.
Which documents are needed?
An invoice, consignment note, certificates and proof of the goods’ EAEU status for transit through Georgia. Your Russian buyer pays import VAT.
Do you screen for sanctions?
Yes. We only handle goods not subject to EU, UK, Swiss or US sanctions and screen every HS code and party before accepting cargo.