From application to arrival
Prepare your information, use the official application channel and check the issued document.
Prepare your application
Apply before traveling. Standard applications need at least three working days; an urgent service is also available.
Submit through the official channel
Use ASAN Visa. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.
Review the decision before departure
Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.
Check your trip dates
Count your travel days.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Costs & timing
Government charges and decision times for this route. Check the official service for your final fee.
Government fees
- Standard ASAN eVisa state fee
- USD 20
Additional service or payment charges may apply. Confirm the total before paying.
The ASAN portal currently lists a USD 20 state fee plus a USD 9 service fee (USD 29 total) for a standard eVisa. France Diplomatie’s 15 September guidance still lists USD 20 plus USD 5, so official sources differ. Check the amount on the ASAN payment screen before paying; the urgent-service total is not confirmed here. Read the official fee guidance.
Decision time
Up to 3 working days
Standard service. The portal separately offers urgent processing within three hours, including non-working days.
A processing estimate is not a guaranteed travel date.
Permission validity
90 days
Maximum validity. Read the actual dates on your issued permission.
Validity is separate from how long you can stay on each visit.
Details that can change your plans
Check the route before booking
Land entry generally requires permission from Azerbaijan’s Operational Headquarters. The Georgia rail exception applies only to travelers who have a visa-free right to enter Azerbaijan. If you need a visa, plan to enter by air unless you have separate authorization; land exit is allowed without the entry permission.
Official guidancePractical tips for Azerbaijan
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Check every passport detail
An eVisa with mismatched passport details is invalid. Corrections require a new application, and payments are not refunded.
Arrange registration for a longer visit
For stays longer than 15 days, register your address within 15 days of arrival. Registration is free; prepare the form and passport, visa and entry-page copies. Ask your accommodation to help.
Azerbaijan at a glance
- Capital
- Baku
- Currency
- AZN
- Calling code
- +994
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Vatican City need a visa for Azerbaijan?
For tourism in Azerbaijan, travelers using an ordinary passport from Vatican City should arrange an eVisa before travel. Apply before traveling. Standard applications need at least three working days; an urgent service is also available. The published short-visit limit is 30 days per visit; follow any shorter period on your granted permission.
How long can I stay in Azerbaijan?
The short-visit limit is 30 days per visit. Your actual permission can be shorter; check the dates and conditions you receive.
How much is the government fee?
Standard ASAN eVisa state fee: USD 20 for one entry (online application). Additional service or payment charges apply. Check the official payment page for exemptions and any additional charges.
How long does a decision take?
Up to 3 working days. Standard service. The portal separately offers urgent processing within three hours, including non-working days.
How long is the authorisation valid?
90 days. This is different from the permitted length of each visit.
What fees apply for a Azerbaijan visitor visa?
The ASAN portal currently lists a USD 20 state fee plus a USD 9 service fee (USD 29 total) for a standard eVisa. France Diplomatie’s 15 September guidance still lists USD 20 plus USD 5, so official sources differ. Check the amount on the ASAN payment screen before paying; the urgent-service total is not confirmed here.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
Open ASAN Visa
Apply before traveling. Standard applications need at least three working days; an urgent service is also available.
Check Azerbaijan’s eVisa guidance
Official eVisa portal with eligibility information and application services.
Check your Azerbaijan registration deadline
Use the official nationality and arrival-date calculator and registration instructions.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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