Visa to Azerbaijan for Turkmen Citizens

Heading to Azerbaijan from Turkmenistan? 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 right where Eastern Europe meets Western Asia, on the western shore of the Caspian Sea. For travellers from Turkmenistan it is just across that water, a short hop into the Caucasus. Most people base themselves in the capital, Baku, where a UNESCO-listed walled old town sits next to striking modern architecture.

This guide runs through what Turkmen passport holders need to get in, how to reach Baku, and the small practical things that make the first day or two easier once you land.

Do Turkmen 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 Turkmenistan

Almost everyone flies into Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku. Ashgabat and Baku face each other across the Caspian Sea, so when a service is running the direct crossing takes only about an hour and a half. If there is no direct flight, plan on one connection, which stretches the journey out. Routes and schedules shift 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, and it is one hour behind Turkmenistan. Between the short distance and the small time gap, there is very little jet lag whichever way you are travelling.

Practical tips for Turkmen 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 markets. You can withdraw manat from an ATM once you arrive, or change money at banks and exchange offices.

For an ordinary tourist trip, the online eVisa is all most people need. If something falls outside what the eVisa covers, like a longer stay, certain work or study trips, or replacing a lost passport, the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Turkmenistan is in Ashgabat. It is worth checking the current details for your situation before you travel.

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 Turkmen citizens need a visa to visit Azerbaijan?

Yes. Turkmen 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 Turkmen 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 do I get from Turkmenistan to Azerbaijan?

Most travellers fly into Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku. Ashgabat and Baku sit across the Caspian Sea from each other, so the direct crossing takes about an hour and a half when a service is running. Otherwise expect one connection. Schedules change with the season, so it is worth checking current routes when you book.

What is the time difference between Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan?

Azerbaijan runs on a single time zone, AZT (UTC+4), with no daylight saving. That puts it one hour behind Turkmenistan.

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 Turkmenistan?

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