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How to get a Azerbaijan visa from Ghana

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ghanaian passport holders travelling to Azerbaijan.

Visa types & fees

3 visa options for travelling to Azerbaijan.

Business visa

Processing time5 - 7 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$20

Tourist visa

Processing time5 - 7 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$20

Work visa

Processing time5 - 7 days
ValidityVariable
Fee (approx.)$20

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Azerbaijan for tourism purposes.
  • You can also visit relatives and friends with this visa during your time in the country.
  • If you will be staying with family or friend, an invitation letter from your host in Azerbaijan is required.
  • The home address and telephone number of the host should be included in the letter, as well as a valid means of identification.
  • You cannot study or work on a tourist visa.
  • Children should have the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Receipt of your paid visa application fees should be presented during the visa application process.
  • You are requested to exit the country once your visa expires.

Business visa

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Azerbaijan for business purposes.
  • Travelers are free to attend business meetings and conferences while on this visa.
  • Holders of this visa cannot get paid for any of the services they render while in the country.
  • You cannot take up any course of learning or be enrolled in any of the schools in the country with this visa.
  • Your current employer should give you a certificate confirming that he/she is aware of your business travel.
  • This letter should be presented at the embassy or consulate while applying for your visa.
  • You must not overstay on this visa.
  • Overstaying is an offense and carries serious consequences.
  • Azerbaijan business visa for Ghanaians is valid for up to 30 days.

Work visa

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians intending to take up paid employment in Azerbaijan.
  • Applicants of this visa should ensure they have been given employment by either a company or individual in Azerbaijan before initiating the visa application.
  • A letter confirming your employment in Azerbaijan should be presented.
  • The letter should state the position you have employed in and the physical address of the company.
  • A certificate of good conduct should be presented by the applicant. Applicants who have had previous convictions may not be issued this visa.
  • A document which serves as proof that you will not be paid below the minimum wage in Azerbaijan is required.
  • This visa will not be granted to applicants who do not have the right qualification that corresponds to the job they have been offered.
  • You are required to leave the country once your visa expires.

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to go to Azerbaijan?

Travelers to this country are advised to exercise maximum caution due to the risk of terrorism.

What currency is used in Azerbaijan?

The currency used in Azerbaijan is the Azerbaijani manat.

Is there an Azerbaijani embassy in Ghana?

No. Azerbaijan currently does not have an embassy in Ghana. Applicants are advised to use Azerbaijan embassies or consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.

Is English spoken in Azerbaijan?

90% of the population of Azerbaijan speak the official language (Azerbaijani). Finding anyone speaking normal English can be hard.

Azerbaijan embassy in Ghana All Ghana visa requirements
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Azerbaijan visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.