In accordance with Art. 12 of the Law on Public Procurement, international competitive bidding is applied to procurement activities of substantial value and high technical complexity. Conversely, domestic competitive bidding is used when sufficient domestic products, production capacity, or construction capabilities are available. This 2023 legislation replaces the previous Law of the same name enacted in January 2012, which included a similar provision under Art. 11.
According to Art. 11 of the 2023 Law, the conditions, thresholds, and procedures for implementing each procurement method shall be determined by a Prakas issued by the Minister of Economy and Finance. Although the relevant implementing regulation could not be found online, it is reported that in November 2023, Cambodia amended the thresholds for international competitive bidding through Prakas No. 833, setting them at (i) KHR 10 billion (approx. USD 2.5 million) for goods and (ii) KHR 8 billion (approx. USD 2 million) for services.
Additionally, pursuant to Chapter 6 (Qualifications of Bidders) of the Law on Public Procurement, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) requires all companies, contractors, and consultants wishing to participate in public procurement tenders to register with the MEF and undergo a screening process.

It is reported that the de minimis threshold, that is the minimum value of goods below which customs do not charge duties, is EUR 200.

Armenia lacks a comprehensive consumer protection framework specifically applicable to online transactions. The existing regime, established under the Law of the Republic of Armenia on the Protection of Rights of Consumers (2001) and Law on Trade and Services (Chapter 4.1), provides general consumer protection provisions; however, it is reported that these are not comprehensively applicable to the context of online commerce.

Armenia has not signed the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Use of Electronic Communications in International Contracts.

Armenia has not adopted national legislation based on or influenced by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Model Law on Electronic Commerce.

Armenia has not adopted national legislation based on or influenced by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Model Law on Electronic Signatures.

An informal requirement to present a special permit issued by the head of the customs house to the customs officer is reported to constrain export procedures. To obtain this permit, exporters must submit a written petition to the head of the relevant customs house. Although there are no reported cases of such requests being denied, the practice lacks a legal foundation and remains inconsistent with the existing regulatory framework.

Armenia is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU); nevertheless, in addition to the EAEU technical regulations of the Customs Union, there is a national conformity assessment procedure based on the Government Decree No. 2228-N of 15.12.2005 on the Approval of the Technical Regulation of Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment.
Decree No. 2228-N establishes mandatory certification for in-scope radio and telecom terminal equipment. According to Section 7 of the Decree, the sale of equipment subject to mandatory conformity assessment without mandatory conformity assessment is prohibited in the territory of the Republic of Armenia. Equipment subject to mandatory conformity assessment in the territory of the Republic of Armenia must be accompanied by a certificate of conformity and affixed with the national mark of conformity.
Conformity assessment is performed by certification bodies and accredited testing laboratories under the national schemes cited in the decree; the regulation provides no supplier’s declaration (SDoC) route and does not provide for the recognition of foreign CAB certificates/MRAs.

A basic legal framework on intermediary liability for copyright infringement is absent in Armenia's law and jurisprudence.

A basic legal framework on intermediary liability beyond copyright infringement is absent in Armenia's law and jurisprudence.

It is reported that Armenia's approach to SIM registration requires mobile network operators to collect and store a user's personal information and proof of identity. The relevant legislation could not be found.

Under Art. 1 of the Law on Audiovisual Media, Over-the-Top (OTT) operators distributing audiovisual information via network operator infrastructure or the Internet are considered network operators. Network operators are, in turn, subject to licensing under Art. 45(1)(3), while Arts. 47–49 regulate the application, issuance, and operation of the network operator licence.

Appendix No. 2 to the Decision No. 30 of the Eurasian Economic Commission Board "On Measures of Non-tariff regulation" sets out the Union-wide list of goods restricted for import into the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), including Armenia. The list includes, among others, (i) radio-electronic and high-frequency equipment for civilian use—devices for transmitting or receiving voice, images, or data (e.g., headings in HS 8471, 8517–8519, 8521, 8525–8528, 8531, and certain Chapter 90 items); (ii) systems and receivers for technical radio monitoring and for detecting sources of electromagnetic emissions (e.g., HS 8526–8527); and (iii) encryption (cryptographic) means, including computing machines and parts with cryptographic functions, computer devices incorporating encryption, and standalone cryptographic software (selected subheadings of HS 8471/8473 and 8523).
In addition, Armenia’s Decision No. 1524-N of 25 December 2014 approves the national list of goods subject to restrictions and links these categories to the relevant annexes of EAEU Board Decision No. 30 of 21 April 2015. In the Armenian text, section 2.16 covers radio-electronic and/or high-frequency devices for civil use, section 2.17 covers special technical means for obtaining confidential information, and section 2.19 covers encryption or cryptographic means.

Businesses in Armenia reportedly face a lack of clarity in requirements such as import licensing and customs procedures, particularly since the country’s accession to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the adoption of the EAEU Customs Code. The unpredictable and inconsistent application of customs rules is perceived as a barrier to trade. Both local and foreign business representatives note that cumbersome, ambiguous legislation, combined with inconsistent implementation, continues to pose significant obstacles to dealings with customs authorities. This situation has historically fostered an environment in which facilitation payments or bribes have been solicited.

Appendix No. 2 to the Decision No. 30 of the Eurasian Economic Commission Board "On Measures of Non-tariff regulation" sets out the Union-wide list of goods restricted for export from the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), including Armenia. The list includes, among others, (i) radio-electronic and high-frequency equipment for civilian use—devices for transmitting or receiving voice, images, or data (e.g., headings in HS 8471, 8517–8519, 8521, 8525–8528, 8531, and certain Chapter 90 items); (ii) systems and receivers for technical radio monitoring and for detecting sources of electromagnetic emissions (e.g., HS 8526–8527); and (iii) encryption (cryptographic) means, including computing machines and parts with cryptographic functions, computer devices incorporating encryption, and standalone cryptographic software (selected subheadings of HS 8471/8473 and 8523).