Armenia will hold parliamentary elections on June 7, 2026. For repatriates, diasporans living in Armenia, and Armenian citizens who may be voting for the first time, understanding the process is an important part of civic participation.
 

This short guide brings together key information on how the voting system works, who is running, who has the right to vote, and where to find official election information, public opinion surveys, and useful election-related resources.

How does the voting system work?
 

Armenia uses a proportional representation system for parliamentary elections. This means voters cast their ballot for a party list, rather than for an individual candidate in a district.
 

To enter parliament, political forces must pass a legal threshold:
 

A political party must receive at least 4% of the vote.
 

An alliance of 2–3 parties must receive at least 8% of the vote.
 

An alliance of 3+ parties must receive at least 10% of the vote.
 

At least three political groups will enter parliament, even if fewer groups pass the required thresholds.
 

There are also four seats reserved for national minorities: Yazidis, Russians, Assyrians, and Kurds. These seats are allocated through party lists according to Armenia’s election rules.

Who is running?
 

A total of 19 political forces were initially registered for the June 7 parliamentary election, including 17 parties and 2 alliances.
 

The registered political forces included:

Note: The Alliance Progressive-Centrist Party later withdrew from the race, and Armenia’s Central Electoral Commission revoked its registration on May 26, 2026.
 

Because party lists can be long and campaign messages can change throughout the election period, voters are encouraged to check official sources and party platforms before election day.
 

Who has the right to vote?
 

Any Armenian citizen who is 18 years old or older on election day has the right to vote.
 

To vote in this election, citizens must be physically present in Armenia on June 7. Voting from abroad is not available for ordinary voters, so Armenian citizens living outside the country must be in Armenia in order to cast a ballot.
 

Voters can check whether they are registered and find their polling station through the official voter registration page:
 

https://elections.am/register
 

Checking registration in advance is especially important for people who recently repatriated, changed their address, received Armenian citizenship, or are unsure where they are officially registered.
 

Public opinion surveys to follow
 

In the months leading up to the election, several organizations have published sociological and public-opinion research related to Armenia’s political landscape. These surveys can help readers understand public mood, voter priorities, party support, levels of institutional trust, and attitudes toward key national issues.
 

However, surveys should be read carefully. They are snapshots of public opinion at the time they were conducted, not final predictions of election results. When reading any poll, it is important to check the fieldwork dates, sample size, methodology, margin of error, and who published or commissioned the survey.

EVN Report / Armenian Election Study — Wave 3
 

The Armenian Election Study, published by EVN Report, tracks voter attitudes, party preferences, undecided voters, and key political issues ahead of the election.
 

Published: May 6, 2026
Fieldwork began: April 1, 2026
Participants: 925 respondents
Method: Telephone survey
Link: https://evnreport.com/elections/incumbent-improves-opposition-fragments-armenias-parliamentary-elections-take-shape/

IRI Public Opinion Survey
 

The International Republican Institute’s survey provides nationwide data on political preferences, governance, public priorities, foreign policy views, and attitudes toward institutions.
 

Conducted: February 3–13, 2026
Participants: 1,506 respondents across Armenia
Method: Telephone interviews
Margin of error: ±2.5%
English PDF: https://www.iri.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ARM-26-NS-01-PT-FINAL_Public.pdf Armenian PDF: https://www.iri.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ARM-26-NS-01-PT-V1_Armenian.pdf
 

The IRI survey was conducted by telephone from February 3–13, 2026, among 1,506 respondents, with a margin of error of ±2.5%.

MPG / Gallup International Association Armenia
 

MPG / Gallup International Association Armenia publishes polling on public opinion, political ratings, and election-related issues in Armenia.
 

Conducted: April 27–29, 2026
Participants: 1,101 respondents
Method: Telephone survey
Margin of error: ±3%
Link: https://mpggallup.am/
 

MPG’s April 27–29 survey included 1,101 respondents and a reported margin of error of ±3%.

How to read election surveys responsibly
 

Public opinion surveys can be useful, but they should not be treated as guarantees. A poll reflects the opinions of respondents at a specific point in time. Public opinion can shift during a campaign, especially in the final weeks before election day.
 

When reviewing survey results, consider the following:
 

Fieldwork dates: When was the survey conducted? A poll from February may show a different public mood than one conducted in late April or May.
 

Sample size: How many people were interviewed? Larger samples can provide more reliable estimates, but methodology still matters.
 

Refusal and response rates: How many people refused to take part or could not be reached? Survey results are based on those who agreed to participate, so high refusal rates can affect how representative the results are.
 

Method: Was the survey conducted by phone, in person, or online? Different methods can reach different groups of people.
 

Margin of error: Poll numbers are estimates, not exact measurements.
 

Undecided voters: A large number of undecided voters can make final outcomes harder to predict.
 

Publisher and methodology: Reliable surveys should clearly explain how respondents were selected, how many people were contacted, how many completed the survey, and how the data was weighted.
 

Important Links & Further Reading

Official election information
 

Central Electoral Commission of Armenia
https://elections.am
Official election updates, decisions, registered political forces, results, and election procedures.
 

Check your voter registration and polling station
https://elections.am/register
Check whether you are registered and find your polling station.
 

Western Armenian Guidebook
https://res.elections.am/images/forWebPages/manuals/NA2026/WesternArmenian.pdf
A Western Armenian-language voter guide for Western Armenian speakers, repatriates, diasporans, and citizens looking for accessible election information.
 

Ministry of Internal Affairs voter list platform
https://elections.mia.gov.am
Useful for voter list and polling station information.

Election explainers and media coverage
 

EVN Report — Elections section
https://evnreport.com/series-category/elections/
Election explainers, analysis, party-position coverage, and Armenian Election Study survey waves.
 

CivilNet — Elections 2026
https://civilnet.am/en/news/elections-2026
Election news, explainers, campaign coverage, and political profiles.
 

Hetq
https://hetq.am/en
Investigative reporting and public-interest journalism.
 

OC Media — Armenia
https://oc-media.org/category/armenia/
Regional coverage and Armenia-related political developments in English.
 

Armenpress
https://armenpress.am/en
Official statements, state news agency updates, and election-related coverage.
 

PanARMENIAN.Net
https://panarmenian.net/eng/
Armenian news coverage in English.
 

Factor TV
https://factor.am/en/
Political news, interviews, and election-related coverage.
 

Final note
 

Voting is one of the most direct ways citizens participate in Armenia’s public life. Whether you are a long-time resident, a recent repatriate, or a diasporan who has made Armenia home, being informed before election day matters.
 

Be informed. Be present. Vote.