Visa requirements

Azerbaijan

General visa requirements for travelling to Azerbaijan. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Transit visa (Transit Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
5 days
Processing time
5-10 business days
Fee
$20 USD
Validity
30 days
Entry
Single entry

Required if leaving airport or staying over 24 hours. Valid for 30 days, allows maximum 5 days stay in Azerbaijan. Must also have visa for final destination if required.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    Transit through Azerbaijan when leaving airport or staying over 24 hours.

    Includes
    • Transit through Azerbaijan

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-size colour photograph

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Transit Visa Application; Form url: https://mfa.gov.az/

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Bank transfer; Amount: $20 USD

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Complete transit visa application form online.

  2. Document gathering

    Prepare passport, passport-size photo, and confirmed flight tickets showing entry and exit from Azerbaijan.

  3. Document submission

    Submit application and documents to Azerbaijani embassy/consulate.

  4. Fee payment

    Pay transit visa fee of $20 USD via bank transfer.

  5. Processing wait

    Wait for transit visa processing (5-10 business days).

  6. Visa collection

    Collect transit visa from Azerbaijani embassy/consulate.

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Transit visa (Transit Visa-Free (24 hours))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay
1 days
Fee
Free
Entry
Single entry

No transit visa required if staying in airport international zone under 24 hours with no plane change, or with transfer at same airport. Must have documents for destination country and confirmed onward flight.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    Transit through Azerbaijan airport for under 24 hours without leaving international zone. No plane change or transfer at same airport.

    Includes
    • Airport transit

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 0; Validity months: 3

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

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This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.