Visa-Free Countries for Azerbaijan Passport Holders in 2026

In 2026, Azerbaijan passport holders can enter 29 destinations visa-free, and 78 more with a visa on arrival or an e-visa, out of the 198 destinations documented by IziVisas. The lists below are grouped by entry regime, click any destination for the full requirements (documents, fees, processing times).

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Visa-free (29)No visa formality for a short stay.
Visa on arrival (30)Issued at the airport or border desk, on the same day.
E-visa (48)Online application before departure: from a few minutes to a week depending on the portal.
Consular visa (91)Application at the embassy or visa centre: from a few days to several weeks (15 days as a rule for a Schengen visa, up to 45).

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Visa-free destinations for Azerbaijan citizens (29)

Azerbaijanis can enter 29 destinations without a visa, with a valid passport only. For example: Turkey (90 days within 180 days), Morocco (90 days) and United Arab Emirates (90 days within 180 days). 17 of 29 verified against the destination's official list.

Entry with just a valid passport, within the stay limit shown.

Visa on arrival for Azerbaijan citizens (30)

For Azerbaijanis, 30 destinations issue the visa at the border or airport, with nothing to file before departure. For example: Thailand, Indonesia (30 days) and Bangladesh (30 days). 17 of 30 verified against the destination's official list.

The visa is issued directly at the border or airport, no application needed beforehand.

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E-visa destinations for Azerbaijan citizens (48)

For Azerbaijanis, 48 destinations require an e-visa applied for online before departure. Each destination page links the official portal we have found: intermediary sites often charge more. For example: Afghanistan (30 days), Egypt (30 days) and Vietnam (90 days). 22 of 48 verified against the destination's official list.

An electronic authorization applied for online before departure, usually within days.

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Consular visa required for Azerbaijan citizens (91)

For Azerbaijanis, 91 destinations require a visa obtained from an embassy or consulate before travel, including 29 Schengen countries, all covered by a single Schengen visa. For example: Argentina, France (90 days per 180-day period) and Spain (90 days per 180-day period). 47 of 91 verified against the destination's official list.

A visa must be obtained from an embassy or consulate before travelling.

Insurance requiredSchengen visa: medical insurance is part of the file

29 destinations on this list are in the Schengen area. For their visa, the Visa Code requires insurance covering at least €30,000 of medical expenses, valid in every Schengen state for the whole stay. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.

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What changed in 2026

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Coming up: announced entry rules

Kazakhstan: QazETA electronic travel authorisationMandatory from 1 July 2027
Free for visa-exempt travellers, to be requested in the QazETA app at least 72 hours before entry (Government Decree No. 890 of 10 October 2026). Checks start on 1 November 2026. Official app guide

Recorded changes

Latest recorded change on October 28, 2026.

Djibouticurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa on arrival → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Solomon Islandscurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Fijicurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Nicaraguacurrent regime: consular visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatede-visa → consular visaOctober 28, 2026
Maldivescurrent regime: visa on arrivalShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa-free → visa on arrivalOctober 28, 2026
Turkmenistancurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 22, 2026

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This information is checked regularly but can change: always confirm with official sources before booking. Each destination page details up-to-date documents, fees and processing times.

Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Azerbaijan passport holders visit visa-free in 2026?▾

In 2026, Azerbaijan passport holders can enter 29 destinations visa-free. Counting the 78 destinations reachable with a visa on arrival or an e-visa, 107 of the 198 destinations documented by IziVisas are easy to access.

Do citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for Afghanistan?▾

Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Azerbaijan apply online before departure, for stays up to 30 days.

Do citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for Argentina?▾

Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Azerbaijan apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.

Do citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for Indonesia?▾

A visa is required for Indonesia, and citizens of Azerbaijan can obtain it on arrival, for stays up to 30 days.

How do you get a visa for destinations that require one?▾

For an e-visa, you apply online before departure. For a consular visa, the application is filed at the destination’s embassy or consulate. Each destination page here details the documents, fees and processing times, and an online provider such as iVisa can simplify the process.

How many destinations require a consular visa for Azerbaijan citizens?▾

91 destinations require a consular visa for Azerbaijan citizens: the visa must be obtained before departure from an embassy or consulate.

Does the passport ranking for Azerbaijan change?▾

Yes. Visa exemptions evolve with bilateral agreements and migration-policy changes: the number of visa-free destinations can go up or down. IziVisas re-checks its data regularly and this page is refreshed daily.

Which European countries can Azerbaijan passport holders visit without a visa?▾

Visa-free: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Russia, Serbia and Ukraine. The others require a consular visa.

Which Asian countries can Azerbaijan passport holders visit without a visa?▾

Visa-free: China, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Tajikistan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Uzbekistan. With a visa on arrival or an e-visa: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, East Timor, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Laos and 13 more. The others require a consular visa.