Visa to Azerbaijan for Latvian Citizens

Heading to Azerbaijan from Latvia? 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

If Azerbaijan is on your radar, it is well worth the trip. It sits where Eastern Europe meets Western Asia, on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, and for travellers from Latvia it is a change of scene a few hours to the south-east, with only a small time difference to adjust to. Most people base themselves in the capital, Baku, where a UNESCO-listed old town sits next to striking modern towers along the Caspian shore.

Before the trip itself, there is the visa to sort, and it is more straightforward than you might expect. This guide runs through what Latvian passport holders need to get in, how to reach Baku, and the small practical details that make the first day or two easier once you land.

Do Latvian 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.

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Getting to Azerbaijan from Latvia

Almost everyone flies into Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku. There are usually no direct flights from Latvia, so a trip from Riga tends to mean one stop and somewhere around five to seven hours door to door, depending on the connection you pick. Routes and carriers change with the seasons, so it is worth comparing a few current options when you book.

Azerbaijan runs on a single time zone, AZT (UTC+4), with no daylight saving. Latvia does change its clocks for summer, so Azerbaijan is two hours ahead in winter and one hour ahead in summer. Either way it is a small gap, and jet lag is usually mild whichever direction you are travelling.

Practical tips for Latvian 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 Riga 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 Latvian citizens need a visa to visit Azerbaijan?

Yes. Latvian 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 Latvian 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 Latvia to Azerbaijan?

There are usually no direct flights, so getting from Riga to Baku generally means one stop and somewhere around five to seven hours in total, depending on the connection. Schedules change with the season, so it is worth checking current routes when you book.

What is the time difference between Latvia and Azerbaijan?

Azerbaijan runs on a single time zone, AZT (UTC+4), with no daylight saving. Because Latvia changes its clocks for summer, Azerbaijan is two hours ahead in winter and one hour ahead in summer.

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 Latvia?

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