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Azerbaijan Visa for United States Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

United States citizens need an e-visa to travel to Azerbaijan; apply online at https://evisa.gov.az/; standard Tourist/Business e-visas cost USD 20 and allow up to 30 days stay, with processing up to 3 working days.

Guide last updated September 3, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry and have at least 1 blank visa page.
  • Specific forms: No separate Azerbaijan visa forms; complete the online e-visa application at https://evisa.gov.az/; there is no DS-160 or other embassy form.
  • Financial proof: Financial proof is not required for the e-visa application. You may be asked to show funds on arrival, but this is not a visa-application requirement.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Have hotel/venue details or accommodation confirmation available; a return or onward ticket recommended.
  • Photo spec: 35x45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm) color photo with white background; taken within the last 6 months; the photo must be uploaded to the e-visa portal in JPEG/PNG format and is used in the visa.
  • Biometrics: No separate biometrics appointment; you upload a digital photo and a copy of the passport data page as part of the online application.
  • Travel health insurance: Not required for the visa itself; recommended to have travel medical coverage for your trip.

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa (e-Visa – Tourist): Official name: e-Visa Tourist; Validity: 90 days from date of issue; Max stay: 30 days; Entry: Single-entry; Approximate fee: USD 20 (AZN ~34, varies with exchange rate).
  • Business e-visa (e-Visa – Business): Official name: e-Visa Business; Validity: 90 days from date of issue; Max stay: 30 days; Entry: Single-entry; Approximate fee: USD 20 (AZN ~34).
  • Other categories (Student, Work, Official): Not issued via the e-visa portal. If you need a visa type beyond Tourist or Business, contact the Azerbaijan MFA or embassy for options.

How to apply online

  • How to apply online: 1) Go to https://evisa.gov.az/; 2) Choose visa type (Tourist or Business); 3) Complete the online form with personal data, passport details and travel information; 4) Upload required documents (passport data page scan and a recent photo); 5) Pay the visa fee with a credit/debit card; 6) Receive the approved e-visa by email and/or in your account within up to 3 working days; 7) Print the e-visa and present it on arrival with your passport.
  • Fee and timing: Visa fee is USD 20; AZN equivalent is ~34 AZN (rates vary); Standard processing time is up to 3 working days; there is no publicly listed separate express option on the official portal.
  • How approval arrives: The e-visa is issued electronically and delivered by email and is also available in your evisa.gov.az account for download.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: USD 20; approximate AZN equivalent ~34 AZN (rates vary).
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for the e-visa; there is no separate visa service at VFS/BLS for Azerbaijan e-visa.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 20 (plus any card processing charges by your bank).
  • Standard processing time: Up to 3 working days.
  • Express/priority option: Not publicly listed on the official portal; no explicit express option exists.
  • Entry at border: Print the e-visa; present with passport on arrival.

Tips for United States travelers

  • When to apply: Apply at least 3–5 days before travel; allow up to 3 working days for standard processing; plan 1–2 weeks ahead to account for busy periods or holidays.
  • Common rejection reasons (US applicants): Passport validity shorter than 6 months or insufficient validity; data mismatch or inconsistencies between the passport and visa application; uploading blurry or incorrect documents; selecting the wrong visa type (Tourist vs Business); incomplete application or missing payment.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy: The Azerbaijan e-visa is issued online via evisa.gov.az; there is no VFS/BLS intermediary for this visa; for other visa categories or in-country matters, refer to the Azerbaijan MFA (https://www.mfa.gov.az/).
  • Travel advisories/bilateral notes: Check the U.S. Department of State travel advisory for Azerbaijan before travel and review Azerbaijan MFA updates on https://www.mfa.gov.az/.
  • Extension options: E-visas are limited to the stay specified (30 days). Extensions while in Azerbaijan are typically not possible under an e-visa; to stay longer you must leave and re-enter or obtain a different visa type through the embassy/migration service.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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