Azerbaijan visas
Whether you need a visa for Azerbaijan, and which route applies, depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip: many visitors use the online ASAN e-Visa, some nationalities enter visa-free, and long stays for work, study, family or investment require a temporary residence permit. Short visits are handled through the e-Visa portal and consular missions of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while residence, work permits and settlement are administered by the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Always confirm current rules on the official government portals before applying, as fees, lists of eligible countries and processing times change.
Azerbaijani visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Azerbaijan — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.4 visas
- Work visasComing to Azerbaijan to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Azerbaijan — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Azerbaijan.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Azerbaijan as a highly skilled individual.2 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Azerbaijan long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Azerbaijani visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Who needs a visa to visit Azerbaijan?
Long-term visitors to Azerbaijan are required to submit an application for a consular or embassy visa, regardless of their nationality.
Entry into Azerbaijan
Please note that international nationals over the age of 18 are obliged to produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination at the Azerbaijani border. It is generally accepted that an EU Digital Covid Certificate is sufficient for demonstrating immunisation.
Please visit the following link for current information on whether international flight routes are operating: International Airport of Baku (GYD).
The circumstance is subject to abrupt change. If you have concerns regarding future travel arrangements, please contact your airline.
Eligibility to apply for an Azerbaijan visa
To acquire a visa for Azerbaijan without difficulty, applicants must confirm that:
- Their passports match certain specifications.
- The passport bearer must be a citizen of a qualifying nation.
- Passports must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the scheduled date of entrance into the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Processing time for Azerbaijan visas
Applicants must submit their eVisa application at least three days before their planned departure date. The typical visa processing period is three days. However, expedited processing of visa applications is also possible, allowing applicants to acquire their final eVisa in as little as three hours.
Who can visit Azerbaijan without a visa?
Ten nations are permitted visa-free entrance to Azerbaijan for durations of up to 90 days. Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Turkey, Tajikistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan are these nations. Iranians can visit the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic in Azerbaijan without a visa.
Azerbaijan — key facts
- Visa authority
- State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Azerbaijani manat (AZN)
- Time zone
- Azerbaijan Time (AZT, UTC+4)
Azerbaijani visas — people also ask
Azerbaijan's eVisa allows 30-day travel. Online processing eliminates the need to visit the embassy. Azerbaijan's government issues it to 98 nations' citizens.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.