Azerbaijan Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes |
| EU | Yes | No | Yes |
Passports
To enter Azerbaijan, a passport valid for at least three months after the date of visa expiry is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visas
Visas are required by all nationals referred to in the chart above. You usually need to apply for this in advance. Nationals of all the countries referred to in the chart above are eligible to apply for an e-visa through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
In special cases (eg family bereavement of if visiting a high-level dignitary), foreigners may obtain a visa on arrival in Azerbaijan; contact the embassy for details of eligibility.
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.
Visa Note
There are two ways to obtain a visa: you can obtain a letter of invitation before applying for a visa, for example from your hotel or tour operator. Or, a visa issued through the electronic online visa system (https://evisa.gov.az/en) is valid for 30 days, single entry only (no extension allowed).
Be careful not to overstay your visa, or you will need to pay a fine and obtain an exit permit from the State Migration Service.
Types and Cost
Prices vary depending on the type of visa and nationality of the applicant. Australian, Canadian, UK and US nationals: £18 (single-entry visa); £265 (multiple-entry visa). A service charge of £24 (single-entry visas) or £60 (multiple-entry visas) applies in addition to the visa fee. Prices vary for nationals from the EU; contact the embassy for details.
Visas obtained via the electronic visa system (https://evisa.gov.az/en) cost US$20 plus a service fee of US$5.
Validity
Single-entry visas: valid for 90 days from the date of issue for stays of up to 30 days.
Multiple-entry visas: valid for 12 months from the date of issue for stays of up to 90 days or 180 days in total, depending on the visa category.
If entering as a tourist, you are only eligible for a single-entry visa.
Transit
No transit visa is needed for onward travel within 24 hours of arrival in Azerbaijan, provided you remain in the airport.
Application to
Consulate (or consular section at embassy). EU and EEA nationals resident in the UK, Ireland, Iceland and Denmark may apply for a visa through the Azerbaijan Visa Centre (www.visaforazerbaijan.org.uk) which processes visas on behalf of the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan (additional application fees apply, see above). You can also apply for an e-visa online through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (evisa.mfa.gov.az). Some travel agents based in Azerbaijan are able to apply for an e-visa on your behalf; check with the embassy for a current list.
Temporary residence
All nationals intending to stay more than 30 days must register for a residence card via the State Migration Service (www.migration.gov.az).
Working days
Visas are issued within 10 working days. An urgent service is available with a processing time of six days for an extra charge.
E-visas are issued within 3 working days.
Compulsary Registration
Foreigners staying more than 15 days must be registered at the place of residence. In most cases, your hotel will make the registration on your behalf, but if you are staying in an apartment or private accommodation, you must do this yourself.
Extension of stay
For visa extensions (up to three months), contact the State Migration Service.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Embassy of Azerbaijan in the USA
Telephone: (202) 337 3500.
Website: http://www.azembassy.us
Address: NW, 2741 34th Street, Washington DC, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1800 (embassy); Mon, Wed and Fri 1000-1200 (consular services).
Embassy of the Rebublic of Azerbaijan in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7938 3412.
Website: http://www.azembassy.org.uk
Address: , 4 Kensington Court, London, W8 5DL,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1800.
