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How to get a Azerbaijan visa from South Africa
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Azerbaijan.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Azerbaijan.
Business visa
CategorySingle-entry Business Visa
Processing time3 - 5 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$25
Tourist visa
CategorySIngle-Entry Tourist Visa
Processing time3 - 5 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$25
Application requirements
Documents South African applicants need to provide.
- A correctly filled and signed application form.
- Two colored passport sized photographs that is no more than 3 months old.
- A recent bank statement (preferably for at least 2 months prior) showing that applicant has sufficient funds in the account. Also, there should be a proof of continuous cash flow.
- Travel itinerary.
- Letter of invitation from sponsor if you are going to the country to visit a friend or relative.
- Confirmed return ticket back to your home country.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration for your time.
- A valid passport which has at least 3 months validity from the period of departure with a page for the visa.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- This is the visa type for sightseeing and vacationing purposes.
- Within three days of your arrival in Azerbaijan, you need to be registered at the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
- You need to provide a copy of your birth certificate for the visa application process.
- Taking up paid work is strictly prohibited.
- If you are visiting a relative in the country, ensure you have a letter of invitation from the person.
- The person’s address and a copy of the host’s passport is required.
- Your visa will be ready between 3 – 5 days.
- It is valid for a period of 90 days.
- You can apply for either a single-entry visitor visa or a multiple-entry visitor visa.
- The single-entry visitor visa costs $20 while a multiple-entry visitor visa costs $350.
Business visa
- This visa allows its holders to visit the country on business activities.
- People with this visa can attend business meetings and sign business contracts with this kind of visa.
- You can attend conferences, seminars or job interviews.
- A letter of invitation that has the state registration certificate of the company in Azerbaijan is needed for a single-entry business visa.
- A letter of invitation approved by the ministry of Foreign Affairs is needed for a multiple-entry business visa.
- Within three days of your arrival in Azerbaijan, you need to be registered at the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
- The visa takes about 3 -5 working days to be ready.
- You can apply for either the single-entry business visa or a multiple-entry business visa.
- Single-entry visitor visa costs $20 while a multiple-entry visitor visa costs $350.
Where to apply
Azerbaijan embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.
Pretoria
AddressEmbassy of Azerbaijan Consular Section, 302 Albert Street, Waterkloof, Pretoria.
Phone+27 12 346 1018
Email[email protected]
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Azerbaijan?
Yes, you need to have a visa to travel to Azerbaijan.
How long does it take to get a visa for Azerbaijan?
The processing time for an Azerbaijan visa is between 3 – 5 working days.
What currency is used in Azerbaijan?
The currency of Azerbaijan is the Azerbaijani manat.
Does Azerbaijan allow dual citizenship?
No, dual citizenship is not allowed in Azerbaijan.
Is Azerbaijan a safe country?
Yes, the country is safe. The country is one of the top 20 safest countries in the world.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Azerbaijan visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.