Azerbaijan · e-Visa guide
Azerbaijan e-Visa (ASAN Visa): the official website and the fees
In brief
e-Visas are issued only to citizens of the countries on a list approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and to stateless persons permanently resident in those countries.1 The e-Visa fee is USD 20; it is charged for reviewing the application and is not refunded under any circumstances.2 A standard e-visa is issued within 3 working days and an urgent e-visa within 3 hours, including on holidays and non-working days.1
Apply only on the official site: evisa.gov.az. Other websites are not the government's.
Checked 5 Nov 2026Source: State Agency for Public Service and Social Innovations under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan (ASAN Visa operator); e-Visa country list approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of AzerbaijanReport a change
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ContentsIn brief
- In brief
- At a glance
- Who needs one
- Who doesn't need one
- Official website
- Fee
- Fee history
- Validity and stay
- How to apply
- Warnings about other sites
- Processing time
- Transit
- More
- Recent changes
- Azerbaijan e-Visa for Indian citizens
- Azerbaijan e-Visa for US citizens
- Azerbaijan e-Visa for UK citizens
- FAQ
- Sources
- About this page
Azerbaijan e-Visa at a glance
| Who needs it | Citizens of these 87 countries are listed as eligible for the e-visa.3 |
|---|---|
| Fee | The e-Visa fee is USD 20; it is charged for reviewing the application and is not refunded under any circumstances.2 |
| Valid for | An e-visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of 30 days; it is single-entry.1 |
| Stay per visit | A stay on an e-visa must not exceed 30 days within the e-visa's validity dates.1 |
| Official website | evisa.gov.az4 |
| Decision | A standard e-visa is issued within 3 working days and an urgent e-visa within 3 hours, including on holidays and non-working days.1 |
Who needs an Azerbaijan e-Visa
e-Visas are issued only to citizens of the countries on a list approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and to stateless persons permanently resident in those countries.
1. Electronic visas (here and after e-visa) are issued only to the citizens of the countries, the list of which has been approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and to stateless persons permanently residing in those countries;
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a single electronic visa is issued only to citizens of the countries on the list.
Note: Single electronic visa is issued only for citizens of countries indicated on the list.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedCitizens of these 87 countries are listed as eligible for the e-visa.
Countries eligible for e-visa
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026Show the list: 87 countries and territories
Algeria
AndorraArgentina
Australia
Austria
Bahamas
Bahrain
Barbados
Belgium
BoliviaBosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
BruneiBulgaria
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
CroatiaCuba
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Djibouti
EcuadorEstonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
GuatemalaHonduras
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
IranIreland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kuwait
Latvia
LiechtensteinLithuania
Luxembourg
Malaysia
MaltaMauritius
MexicoMonaco
Mongolia
MontenegroNepal
Netherlands
New Zealand
North Macedonia
Norway
OmanPakistan
Panama
ParaguayPeru
Poland
PortugalRomania
San Marino
Saudi ArabiaSeychelles
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sri LankaSweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Trinidad and Tobago
TurkmenistanUnited Kingdom
United States
Vatican CityVietnam
Presidential Decree No 923 of 1 June 2016 provides that e-visas are issued to citizens of the countries approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and to stateless persons permanently resident there.
Müəyyən edilsin ki, elektron viza siyahısı Azərbaycan Respublikasının Xarici İşlər Nazirliyi tərəfindən təsdiq edilən ölkələrin vətəndaşlarına və həmin ölkələrdə daimi yaşayan vətəndaşlığı olmayan şəxslərə verilir.
In English: It shall be established that electronic visas are issued to citizens of the countries approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan and to stateless persons permanently residing in those countries.President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Decree No 923 of 1 June 2016 · checked
Who doesn't need an Azerbaijan e-Visa
From 15 February 2026 to 15 February 2027 citizens of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain may enter Azerbaijan visa-free 3 times within 1 year, for up to 30 days per entry, and need a visa on the 4th entry.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026From 1 July 2026 to 1 July 2027 citizens of Japan and the Republic of Korea may enter Azerbaijan visa-free 3 times within 1 year.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026From 1 August 2026 to 1 August 2027 citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Singapore may enter Azerbaijan visa-free 3 times within 1 year.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The Ministry of Foreign Affairs keeps a list of countries whose citizens have a visa-free regime with Azerbaijan.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checked
Official website
evisa.gov.az: where to apply
Foreigners and stateless persons may also apply to obtain a single electronic visa in an accelerated manner within 3 hours via www.evisa.gov.az website, regardless of non-working days and holidays bound by "ASAN Visa" system.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedevisa.gov.az: where to check your application
Upon the end of consideration period the applicant checks the status of the application on the portal (www.evisa.gov.az/en/check-status) and obtains information on the issuance or refusal of the e-visa.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
How much an Azerbaijan e-Visa costs
The e-Visa fee is USD 20; it is charged for reviewing the application and is not refunded under any circumstances.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 30 Jul 2026The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that, under articles 16.1.6 and 16.1.7 of the Law on State Fee, visitors pay a state fee of USD 20 for a single-entry visa, USD 350 for a multiple-entry visa and USD 20 for a transit visa.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedThe Law on State Fee sets USD 20 for issuing transit and single-entry visas (article 16.1.4 in the current consolidated text).
Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan No 223-IIQ of 4 December 2001 on State Fee · checkedThe Azerbaijani embassy in the UAE says the e-visa issued within 3 working days through ASAN Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and its state fee is USD 20.
Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the United Arab Emirates · checkedA USD 9 service fee for processing the application is charged on top of the USD 20 state fee.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 30 Jul 2026The portal's FAQ says the service fee covers the cost of international operations.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026In an archived copy of 18 January 2017 the portal showed a USD 3 service fee on top of the USD 20 state fee.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 18 Jan 2017In an archived copy of 26 January 2022 the portal showed a USD 5 service fee on top of the USD 20 state fee.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 26 Jan 2022The Azerbaijani embassy in Canada gives USD 20 for a standard e-Visa issued within 3 working days and USD 50 for an urgent e-Visa issued within 3 hours, including on holidays and non-working days.
Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Canada · checkedNo refund is given if the e-visa is refused.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026Payment is by Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay or JCB card, and the card does not have to be in the applicant's name.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 30 Jul 2026
Azerbaijan e-Visa fee history
Each amount with the act or notice that set it, newest first.
- E-visas have been issued through the ASAN Visa system since 10 January 2017, for a fee of USD 20. Set by: Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan No 223-IIQ of 4 December 2001 on State Fee (single-entry visa rate; cited by the MFA as articles 16.1.6 and 16.1.7, numbered 16.1.4 in the current consolidated text). Consulate General of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Tabriz · checked
How long an Azerbaijan e-Visa lasts and how long you can stay
An e-visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of 30 days; it is single-entry.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The portal's FAQ says an e-Visa is valid for 90 days.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026A stay on an e-visa must not exceed 30 days within the e-visa's validity dates.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a single electronic visa through ASAN Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and a multiple electronic visa up to 90 days.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedApplicants can apply directly through the portal for a single-entry visa for a 30-day stay.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 30 Jul 2026
How to apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa
Apply only on the official site: evisa.gov.az. Other websites are not the government's.
evisa.gov.az presents itself as the Republic of Azerbaijan's official electronic visa portal, where e-visas are issued through the ASAN Visa system.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The State Agency for Public Service and Social Innovations under the President of Azerbaijan operates the portal.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 30 Jul 2026The Azerbaijani embassy in Romania recommends that short-term visitors staying up to 30 days apply through the ASAN Visa official electronic visa portal, https://evisa.gov.az/en/.
Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Romania · checkedThe e-visa is obtained in 3 steps on the portal: apply, pay and download.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 30 Jul 2026Apply at least 3 working days before arrival for a standard e-visa, or at least 3 hours before for an urgent one.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The e-visa is not put in the passport; the traveller prints it and shows it with the travel document at the border.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The travel document must be valid for 3 months longer than the expiry date of the e-visa.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Official warnings about other sites
Only what governments, regulators and courts have published, quoted word for word. We don't label any website ourselves.
The Azerbaijani embassy in Canada tells applicants to use only the official e-Visa website to avoid fraud websites and says it will not respond to complaints about experiences with fraud websites.
To avoid fraud websites please use only the official e-Visa website which is mentioned above. Complains about fraud website experiences will not be responded.
Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Canada · checked
How long an Azerbaijan e-Visa takes
A standard e-visa is issued within 3 working days and an urgent e-visa within 3 hours, including on holidays and non-working days.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a single electronic visa can also be obtained in an accelerated manner within 3 hours through www.evisa.gov.az.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checked
Transit
No visa is needed for a traveller who does not leave the international transit area.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
More about the Azerbaijan e-Visa
Presidential Decree No 923 of 1 June 2016 instructed the State Agency for Public Service and Social Innovations to create the ASAN Visa system for issuing electronic visas and to run it.
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Decree No 923 of 1 June 2016 · checkedUnder the same decree, the state fee for an e-visa is paid electronically through the ASAN Visa system.
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Decree No 923 of 1 June 2016 · checkedSince 15 May 2018 single electronic visas are also issued through the ASAN Visa system at Azerbaijan's international airports, in cases set by law, presidential acts or international agreements.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedAn e-Visa does not allow paid work in Azerbaijan.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026A new e-visa can be applied for only after leaving Azerbaijan.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Recent changes
- The State Agency for Public Services and Social Innovations began issuing e-visas through the ASAN Visa system on 10 January 2017; at the start the e-visa was issued within 3 working days, valid for 30 days, for USD 20. Consulate General of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Tabriz · checked
- On 12 March 2020 the Operational Headquarters under the Cabinet of Ministers suspended the issue of visas through the ASAN Visa portal for 45 days because of COVID-19. Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Operational Headquarters · checked · read from an archived copy of 23 Sep 2020
Azerbaijan e-Visa for Indian citizens
eVisa, up to 30 days (single-entry e-Visa); multiple-entry e-Visa up to 90 days
Or: Visa at an international airport with a residence permit of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar or Kuwait, or a UAE residence visa, valid more than 6 months. Stay: up to 30 days.
ASAN Visa, official electronic visa portal of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedIndia is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa. Citizens of these 87 countries are listed as eligible for the e-visa.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Everything for this trip: Azerbaijan visa for Indian citizens.
Azerbaijan e-Visa for US citizens
eVisa, up to 30 days (single-entry e-Visa); multiple-entry e-Visa up to 90 days
Or: Visa at an international airport with a residence permit of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar or Kuwait, or a UAE residence visa, valid more than 6 months. Stay: up to 30 days.
Or: Visa at the airport when arriving on the direct New York–Baku flight. Stay: up to 30 days.
ASAN Visa, official electronic visa portal of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedThe US is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa. Citizens of these 87 countries are listed as eligible for the e-visa.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Every destination for this passport: United States passport.
Azerbaijan e-Visa for UK citizens
eVisa, up to 30 days (single-entry e-Visa); multiple-entry e-Visa up to 90 days
Or: Visa at an international airport with a residence permit of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar or Kuwait, or a UAE residence visa, valid more than 6 months. Stay: up to 30 days.
ASAN Visa, official electronic visa portal of the Republic of Azerbaijan · checkedThe UK is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa. Citizens of these 87 countries are listed as eligible for the e-visa.
ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Every destination for this passport: United Kingdom passport.
FAQ
What is the official Azerbaijan e-Visa website?
Official application site: evisa.gov.az. Official status check: evisa.gov.az.
How much does an Azerbaijan e-Visa cost?
The e-Visa fee is USD 20; it is charged for reviewing the application and is not refunded under any circumstances. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that, under articles 16.1.6 and 16.1.7 of the Law on State Fee, visitors pay a state fee of USD 20 for a single-entry visa, USD 350 for a multiple-entry visa and USD 20 for a transit visa. The Law on State Fee sets USD 20 for issuing transit and single-entry visas (article 16.1.4 in the current consolidated text). The Azerbaijani embassy in the UAE says the e-visa issued within 3 working days through ASAN Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and its state fee is USD 20.
Do Indian citizens need an Azerbaijan e-Visa?
Indian citizens: eVisa, up to 30 days (single-entry e-Visa); multiple-entry e-Visa up to 90 days, according to ASAN Visa, official electronic visa portal of the Republic of Azerbaijan, checked 2 Nov 2026. Or: Visa at an international airport with a residence permit of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar or Kuwait, or a UAE residence visa, valid more than 6 months. Stay: up to 30 days. India is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa. See Azerbaijan e-Visa for Indian citizens.
Do US citizens need an Azerbaijan e-Visa?
US citizens: eVisa, up to 30 days (single-entry e-Visa); multiple-entry e-Visa up to 90 days, according to ASAN Visa, official electronic visa portal of the Republic of Azerbaijan, checked 2 Nov 2026. Or: Visa at an international airport with a residence permit of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar or Kuwait, or a UAE residence visa, valid more than 6 months. Stay: up to 30 days. The US is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa. See Azerbaijan e-Visa for US citizens.
How long does an Azerbaijan e-Visa take?
A standard e-visa is issued within 3 working days and an urgent e-visa within 3 hours, including on holidays and non-working days. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a single electronic visa can also be obtained in an accelerated manner within 3 hours through www.evisa.gov.az.
How long is an Azerbaijan e-Visa valid?
An e-visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of 30 days; it is single-entry. The portal's FAQ says an e-Visa is valid for 90 days. A stay on an e-visa must not exceed 30 days within the e-visa's validity dates. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a single electronic visa through ASAN Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and a multiple electronic visa up to 90 days.
Sources
Official sources only. Each was checked on the date shown.
- ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal: who needs one, official website, fee, validity and stay, how to apply, processing time and more
- ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal: fee, validity and stay and how to apply
- ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal (footnote marks * ** *** removed from the names): who needs one, who doesn't need one, entry rules and by nationality
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan: who needs one, official website, validity and stay, processing time, more and entry rules
- President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Decree No 923 of 1 June 2016 (Unified Internet Database of Legal Acts, Ministry of Justice): who needs one and more
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan: who doesn't need one
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan: fee
- Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan No 223-IIQ of 4 December 2001 on State Fee (Unified Internet Database of Legal Acts, Ministry of Justice): fee
- Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the United Arab Emirates: fee
- ASAN Visa, Republic of Azerbaijan Official Electronic Visa Portal: fee, validity and stay and transit
- Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Canada: fee and warnings about other sites
- Consulate General of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Tabriz: fee history and recent changes
- Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Romania: how to apply
- Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Operational Headquarters: recent changes
More: Azerbaijan entry rules by nationality · all visa guides.
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