Azerbaijan eVisa Eligible Countries

Who can apply for an Azerbaijan eVisa online? The ASAN eVisa system is available to citizens of 95 specific countries. Instantly search the official list below to verify your nationality and check residency rules.

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Search the 95 Eligible Nationalities

If your passport is officially issued by one of the countries listed below, you possess the correct nationality to apply for the standard Azerbaijan ASAN eVisa online.

Algeria

Andorra

Argentina

Australia

Austria

Bahamas

Bahrain

Barbados

Belgium

Bolivia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Brazil

Brunei

Bulgaria

Canada

Chile

Colombia

Costa Rica

Croatia

Cuba

Cyprus

Czechia

Denmark

Djibouti

Ecuador

Estonia

Finland

France

Germany

Greece

Guatemala

Holy See (Vatican)

Honduras

Hungary

Iceland

India

Indonesia

Iran

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Jamaica

Japan

Jordan

Kuwait

Latvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malaysia

Malta

Mauritius

Mexico

Monaco

Mongolia

Montenegro

Nepal

Netherlands

New Zealand

North Macedonia

Norway

Oman

Pakistan

Panama

Paraguay

Peru

Poland

Portugal

Republic of Korea

Romania

San Marino

Saudi Arabia

Seychelles

Singapore

Slovakia

Slovenia

Sri Lanka

Thailand

Trinidad and Tobago

Turkmenistan

United Kingdom

United States

Viet Nam

No matching country is found. If your country is not on this list, you must apply for a standard visa at an embassy.

Understanding Citizenship vs. Residency

One of the most common reasons for border denial is confusing where you currently live with the actual passport you hold. The Azerbaijan ASAN eVisa system evaluates your eligibility based strictly on your citizenship.

The Residency Exemption Myth

Holding a highly-ranked residency card—such as a United States Green Card, a UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP), or an EU Schengen visa—does not grant you access to the eVisa system. If your actual passport is issued by an ineligible country (such as Nigeria, Egypt, or the Philippines), you cannot apply online.

Rules for Dual Nationals & Stateless Persons

Azerbaijan border control operates under strict document matching protocols. If your personal situation falls outside the standard single-passport holder, review these mandates:

Dual Citizenship Mandate

If you legally possess passports from two different countries, you must apply using the exact passport you intend to hand to the immigration officer in Baku. Arriving at the border with a different passport than the one on your eVisa will result in immediate denied entry due to a biometric mismatch.

Refugee Travel Documents

The ASAN portal only processes standard, ordinary national passports. Passports issued under the 1951 UN Refugee Convention (often called Geneva passports or blue documents) are absolutely prohibited from using the eVisa system.

Stateless Persons & UN Documents

Alien passports and UN Laissez-Passer documents are not supported by the online portal. These individuals must contact an Azerbaijani diplomatic mission directly for entry clearance.

Eligibility Breakdown by Global Region

Global Region	General Eligibility Status
North America & Europe	Highly eligible. Citizens of the USA, Canada, the UK, and all EU/Schengen member states can use the standard ASAN eVisa route.
Asia & Oceania	Broadly eligible. Passports from Australia, New Zealand, India, Pakistan, Japan, China, and South Korea are eligible for the eVisa.
Middle East & CIS	Mixed. Many Middle Eastern nations are eligible for eVisas or Visas on Arrival. Several CIS nations (like Kazakhstan and Georgia) are entirely visa-free.
Africa & South America	Restricted. Most African nations and several South American nations are not currently supported by the ASAN system and require embassy visas.

Disclaimer: VistoRoute is an independent travel information guide and is not affiliated with the Government of Azerbaijan or the official ASAN Visa portal. Information is provided for reference only - please verify current entry requirements with official government resources before booking travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for an Azerbaijan eVisa based on my residency instead of my passport?

No. Eligibility for the ASAN eVisa is based entirely on the nationality of the passport you hold, not your country of residence. Holding a US Green Card or UK BRP does not override an ineligible passport.

What should dual citizens do when applying for the Azerbaijan eVisa?

Dual citizens must apply using the exact passport they intend to travel with. The nationality and passport number on the approved eVisa must perfectly match the physical travel document presented at the border.

Are refugee travel documents or Geneva passports accepted?

No. The online ASAN eVisa portal only processes standard, ordinary national passports. 1951 Convention travel documents and alien passports cannot use this portal.

What happens if my country is listed as visa-free?

If your passport belongs to a nation with a bilateral visa-free agreement with Azerbaijan (such as Georgia or the UAE), you do not need to apply or pay for an eVisa for short-term stays.

Does an eligible passport guarantee eVisa approval?

No. Eligibility simply allows you to use the online system. Final approval is subject to security checks and review by the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

What if my passport expires in 2 months?

Your application will be rejected. Azerbaijan requires your passport to be valid for at least three months beyond the expiration date of your intended eVisa (effectively requiring 6 months of validity from the day you apply).

Do I need to print the eVisa if my country is eligible?

Yes. All travelers utilizing the ASAN eVisa system must carry a physically printed, A4 copy of their approved visa alongside their passport to present to immigration officers.