Visa to Azerbaijan for Iranian Citizens

Heading to Azerbaijan from Iran? Here is what you will need for the visa, how to reach Baku, and a few things worth knowing before you set off.

Standard

3-5 days

Urgent

12 hours

Express

3-5 hours

Azerbaijan sits where Eastern Europe meets Western Asia, on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, and it shares a long southern border with Iran. For travellers from Iran that makes it one of the closest ways into the Caucasus: a short flight north, only a small time difference, and a capital, Baku, where a UNESCO-listed old town sits alongside striking modern architecture.

This guide runs through what Iranian passport holders need to get in, how to reach Baku, and the practical details that make things easier once you arrive.

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Azerbaijan?

Yes, you will need one, but it is a simple process for most trips. If you are travelling as a tourist, the easiest route is the electronic visa (eVisa), which you apply for online before you fly, so there is no embassy visit and nothing to post. It is a single-entry visa, and it lets you stay for up to 30 days within a 90-day period.

To apply, you will want a passport that is valid for at least six months from the day you arrive, a clear scan of its photo page, and your travel and accommodation details to hand. The full checklist and the step-by-step are in the requirements guide, so it is worth a quick look before you start.

View the full eVisa requirements

Getting to Azerbaijan from Iran

Most travellers fly into Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku. There are direct flights between Tehran and Baku, and the trip takes roughly one and a half hours, with one-stop options from other cities. Routes and carriers shift with the seasons, so it is worth comparing current schedules when you book. The two countries also share a land border, and some travellers cross it by road.

Azerbaijan runs on a single time zone, AZT (UTC+4), which is half an hour behind Iran Standard Time. With such a short flight and small time gap, jet lag is barely a factor whichever way you are travelling.

Practical tips for Iranian travellers

The local currency is the Azerbaijani manat (AZN). Cards work fine in most hotels, restaurants and shops around Baku, but it is worth keeping a bit of cash on you for smaller towns and the markets. You can change money at banks and exchange offices, or simply withdraw manat from an ATM once you arrive.

If something falls outside what the eVisa covers, a longer stay, certain work or study trips, or replacing a lost passport, the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Tehran is the place to go. For an ordinary tourist trip, though, the online eVisa is all most people need.

What to see in Azerbaijan

From the walled Old City and Flame Towers of Baku to the Silk Road towns and mountain villages of the Caucasus, there is plenty to fill a long weekend or a full week. Our Azerbaijan travel guide covers the regions, food, and practical advice for getting around.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Iranian citizens need a visa to visit Azerbaijan?

Yes. Iranian passport holders need a visa before they travel. For a holiday, most people go with the online eVisa, a single-entry visa that lets you stay up to 30 days within a 90-day period.

How long can Iranian passport holders stay in Azerbaijan?

The standard eVisa covers a single visit of up to 30 days, and that visit needs to fall within a 90-day window from the date the visa becomes valid.

How long is the flight from Iran to Azerbaijan?

Flying from Tehran to Baku takes roughly one and a half hours direct. Some routes from other cities involve one stop. Schedules change with the season, so it is worth checking current routes when you book.

What is the time difference between Iran and Azerbaijan?

Azerbaijan runs on a single time zone, AZT (UTC+4), which puts it half an hour behind Iran Standard Time.

What currency should I use in Azerbaijan?

The currency is the Azerbaijani manat (AZN). Cards are widely accepted in Baku and ATMs are easy to find, but it is handy to carry a little cash for smaller towns and local markets.

Is there an Azerbaijan embassy in Iran?

Yes, there is an Embassy of Azerbaijan in Tehran. It handles the consular matters that fall outside the standard tourist eVisa, which most visitors simply arrange online before they travel.