Migration Rules

Temporary staying period of foreigners and stateless persons who enter the Republic of Azerbaijan upon visa, cannot be more than the staying period indicated on the visa. Temporary staying period of foreigners and stateless persons who enter the Republic of Azerbaijan under visa-free regime, cannot be more than 90 days excluding the cases envisaged by the international agreements that the Republic of Azerbaijan is a party to.

Foreigners or stateless persons temporarily staying in the Republic of Azerbaijan for more than 15 days (as well as when they change their place of stay) should apply to the management of the place he/she stays (hotel, sanatorium, rest home, guest house, camping, tourist base, hospital or other similar places) or the owner of the apartment or other residential area in order to get registered upon place of stay by State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan without paying any state fee.

Foreigners and stateless persons who overstay more than the period indicated on the e-visa or was not registered upon place of stay (in case he/she stays more than 15 days) or did not obey the rules of registration upon place of stay when moving from one place to another are involved in the liability in a way defined by the law (Violation of these rules results in administrative liability according to Article 575 of Administrative Offences Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan).

E-visa does not give right to foreigners and stateless persons to engage in paid labour activity in the Republic of Azerbaijan. Foreigners and stateless persons intending to engage in paid labour activity in the Republic of Azerbaijan should obtain labour visa (the period of stay in the country is defined for up to 90 days) in a way envisaged in Migration Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Foreigners and stateless persons intending both to reside temporarily and to engage in paid labour activity within the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan should obtain work permit along with the permit for temporary residence in a way defined by Migration Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The visa process

Traveling to Azerbaijan has become much more convenient thanks to the introduction of the electronic visa (e-Visa) system. With just a few clicks, travelers from around the world can easily secure their entry permit online, avoiding complicated paperwork and embassy visits. Below, we explain the complete process in detail and outline what you need to know about the Azerbaijan e visa processing time and overall Azerbaijan visa processing time.

Check if you need a visa

Before anything else, it’s important to find out whether you actually need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Some nationalities are exempt from visa requirements, but most visitors do need to obtain one in advance. On our website, you can quickly check if citizens of your country are required to get a visa before traveling.

Verify if you are eligible for an e-Visa

Once you know you need a visa, the next step is to confirm whether your passport qualifies for an electronic visa. Azerbaijan offers e-Visas to citizens of many countries, but there are exceptions that require travelers to apply for a traditional visa through an embassy. This step ensures you don’t waste time or risk a rejection due to ineligibility.

Submit your application on our website

If you’re eligible, you can easily submit your e-Visa application directly through our website. The form is straightforward and designed to save you time. During this stage, you’ll also choose the type of visa and processing speed that best fits your travel plans.

The Azerbaijan e visa processing time depends on the option you select:

Standard e-Visa :processed within 3 to 6 business days.

Urgent e-Visa: ready within 24 hours.

Super Fast e-Visa: processed in just 3 to 6 business hours — the fastest option for last-minute trips.

This flexibility allows travelers to plan with confidence, whether they have plenty of time or need to travel urgently.

Receive your e-Visa by email

After your application is approved, your e-Visa will be sent directly to the email address you provided during registration. Simply print it out or keep a digital copy to show at the border when you arrive in Azerbaijan.

Thanks to the transparent process and quick Azerbaijan visa processing time, visiting this beautiful country has never been easier. Start your application today and get ready to explore Azerbaijan without stress!