Published: 29.07.2026

• 2026-07-29Azerbaijan Provides Visa-Free Entry to Citizens of 17 Countries

  According to the State Migration Service, citizens of 17 countries can visit Azerbaijan visa-free, citizens of 89 countries can obtain an e-visa through ASAN Visa, and citizens of 11 countries can receive a visa on arrival at the airport. In recent months, visa-free arrangements were introduced, among others, for citizens of Japan, Oman, South Korea, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, with further expansion of the list considered possible.

• 2026-03-25Overview Published of Azerbaijan’s Residence Permit Grounds and Procedure

  Foreign nationals and stateless persons may apply for a temporary residence permit personally or through a legal representative at the State Migration Service. Applications are processed within 15 or 20 working days, and eligible grounds include family ties, investment, employment, business activity, education, and other cases provided by law.

• 2026-02-19Azerbaijan Temporarily Waives Visas for Citizens of Four Gulf States

  From February 15, 2026, through February 15, 2027, ordinary passport holders from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain may enter Azerbaijan visa-free up to three times and stay for up to 30 days per visit. A visa is still required for non-tourism purposes or longer stays, and foreigners staying more than 15 days must register at their place of stay.