🇦🇿Azerbaijan

Asia (Caucasus)· Updated 06/03/2026

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Information

Capital

Baku

Population

10,200,000

Currency

Azerbaijani manat (AZN ₼)

Languages

Azerbaïdjanais, Russe

Continent

Asia (Caucasus)

Calling code

+994

Timezone

Asia/Baku

Area

86,600 km²

Government

Presidential republic

National day

28 May - Republic Day

Internet domain

.az

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About

Azerbaijan is a transcontinental country at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Its economy is primarily based on hydrocarbons, with a population of about 10.2 million inhabitants. It is a member of several international organizations and recently regained control of Nagorno-Karabakh.

Safety

Risk level :Moderate overall risk level, with regional tensions related to Karabakh and Armenia.

Risk areas

Nagorno-Karabakh and Armenian border - Armed conflict and military tensionsNakhchivan - Border tensions

Crime(Low)

Avoid isolated areas at night
Do not display valuables

Terrorism(Low)

Increased vigilance in public places
Follow local authorities' advisories

Transport

Drive carefully, avoid at night

Natural risks(Moderate earthquakes and occasional floods)

Monitor seismic alerts

Health(Limited healthcare system outside Baku)

Standard vaccines (hepatitis, tetanus)
Mandatory health insurance and repatriation

Practical tips

Register your trip with the consulate
Respect Muslim customs
Carry AZN in cash

French Embassy in Baku AZ Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center200-300

1-bedroom apartment in city center250-400

1-bedroom apartment in suburb150-250

3-bedroom apartment in city center400-600

3-bedroom apartment in suburb250-400

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal3-5

Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant15-25

McDonald's menu5-7

Local beer (0.5L)1.5-2.5

Cappuccino2-3

Water (1.5L)0.5-1

Bread (500g)0.5-1

Milk (1L)1-2

Eggs (12)1-2

Chicken (1kg)3-5

Apples (1kg)1-2

Bananas (1kg)0.5-1

Transport

Public transport ticket0.2-0.5

Monthly transport subscription10-20

Taxi ride (start)1-2

Taxi (1km)0.5-1

Gasoline (1L)0.5-1

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)20-40

Tennis court (1h weekend)10-20

Cinema5-10

Theater10-20

Health

General practitioner consultation10-20

Dentist consultation20-30

Antibiotic medications5-10

Cold medications (6 days)5-10

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)10-20/mois

Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)5-10/mois

Public services for 85m² apartment50-100/mois

Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)30-50

Nike sports shoes50-80

International primary school (monthly)200-500

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage220V

Frequency50Hz

Plug typesType C, Type F

Emergency numbers

Police102

Ambulance103

Fire department101

Practical information

Driving side

Right

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

10-15% in restaurants