Frequently Asked Questions about Azerbaijan eVisa

A virtual e-visa is convenient — you can apply from home without visiting a consulate or embassy. The process is fully online and typically faster than in-person applications.

Visit the eligible countries page and select your country. If your country is not on the visa-exempt list, you need a visa for Azerbaijan.

Start at visaforazerbaijan.org.uk and complete the online application. Choose “business trip” as your travel purpose, then follow the instructions here: Azerbaijan business visa guide.

If you remain air-side in the international transit zone and do not pass immigration, a visa is typically not required. Always check airline and airport rules for your itinerary.

Standard processing usually takes 3–5 business days. Urgent processing may take 3–5 hours. Actual times depend on your application and national holidays.

The e-visa is valid for 90 days, permitting a single stay of up to 30 days.

You can stay up to 30 days on a single entry. Multiple entries are not allowed on one e-visa.

No. The e-visa allows one entry of up to 30 days. To return, apply for a new e-visa after you leave the country.

Complete a separate application for each traveler. At the end of each application, you can add another member to build a group.

Yes. Every traveler, including children, needs a separate Azerbaijan e-visa application.

Travelers who visited certain occupied areas (e.g., Nagorno-Karabakh) may face restrictions under Azerbaijani law. Check current entry rules before applying.

No. You must leave Azerbaijan and apply for a new e-visa before re-entry.

Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your entry date. Even with a valid visa, entry can be refused if the passport expires sooner.

Typically a clear image of the passport biodata page is required. Depending on your purpose, additional documents (e.g., enrollment/letter of invitation) may be requested.

Upload a clear photo/scan of your passport when completing the online form. It’s used to verify your identity and eligibility.

Major cards like Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Some debit cards may not be eligible depending on the issuing bank.

The government fee for a standard visa is $30; urgent/super-fast processing is $71.20. Additional service fees may apply.

Examples include Belarus, United Arab Emirates, Moldova, Russia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Albania, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, Serbia, Morocco. Residency/citizenship rules may differ; check current regulations.

The service fee covers payment processing and application handling by our private agency.

It’s the 3-digit code on the back of most cards (4-digit on American Express). It helps authenticate your card for security.

Check your application status online. We’ll also email updates. For help, contact our team here.

No. Once submitted, e-visa fees are non-refundable.

No. Government and service fees are non-refundable.

Usually no. If you spot an error, contact us immediately. We’ll advise if a new application is required.

Applications can be refused for missing or incorrect data, unclear passport photos, or wrong documents. You’ll receive an email with instructions — read it carefully and follow the steps.

If you stay longer than 15 days, you must register your accommodation. If you change location, update your registration within 5 days.

Sticker visas are issued by embassies/consulates. For e-visas, print your e-visa and present it with your passport at the border.

No. Print the e-visa and present it together with your passport at the border checkpoint.

No. The e-visa is invalid if it doesn’t match your passport details. You must obtain a new e-visa.

Contact the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan. See: www.migration.gov.az.

Email us at service@visaforazerbaijan.org.uk — this is the fastest way to reach us.

Our registered contact number +44 20 3996 2346 is provided for compliance. All support requests should be sent via email.