Azerbaijan Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
23
Visa on arrival
5
eTA / e-Visa
76
Total streamlined
104
Visa required in advance
94

Azerbaijan's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for an Azerbaijan tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Azerbaijan Visa-Free (23)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Azerbaijan without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Azerbaijan (5)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Azerbaijan border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Azerbaijan (76)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

Azerbaijan Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • ASAN Visa e-visa (standard, 3 working days)

    90 days validity, single entry, up to 30 days stayofficial sourcewashington.mfa.gov.az ↗

    USD 25

  • ASAN Visa e-visa (urgent, 3 hours)

    90 days validity, single entry, up to 30 days stayofficial sourcewashington.mfa.gov.az ↗

    USD 60

  • Single-entry visa (embassy sticker visa, incl. tourist)

    typically up to 90 days, single entryofficial sourcewashington.mfa.gov.az ↗

    USD 20

  • Multiple-entry visa (business, private visit, etc.)

    multiple entry, duration per visa categoryofficial sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    USD 160

  • Transit visa

    transitofficial sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    USD 20

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Azerbaijan Transit Visa

Azerbaijan publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Issued to foreigners and stateless persons to allow transit passage through the territory of Azerbaijan to a third country. Available as single or double transit visa.

up to 5 days

Validity: 30 days from date of issue; maximum stay: 5 days. Issued based on transport route (air, water, rail, road, etc.). Both single and two-entry (double) transit visas are available. Applied for at Azerbaijani diplomatic missions abroad.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Azerbaijan Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Azerbaijan?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Azerbaijan visa-free, with a visa on arrival or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for an Azerbaijan tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Azerbaijan without a visa?

23 countries can visit Azerbaijan without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Bahrain, Belarus, China, Georgia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Azerbaijan.

How do I apply for an Azerbaijan tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Azerbaijan, you typically need to apply at an Azerbaijan embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Azerbaijan without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Azerbaijan varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Azerbaijan Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Azerbaijan visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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