Azerbaijan visa requirements for Tunisians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Tunisians visiting Azerbaijan

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Azerbaijani Visa.

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting Azerbaijan.
  • The passport should have at least two blank pages for the Azerbaijan visa stamp.
  • Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant is required.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. 
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. 
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. 
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket. This serves as proof that the applicant has intentions of going back to Tunisia.
  • Travel itinerary showing dates of entry and exit from Azerbaijan.
  • The travel itinerary should also indicate the travel details in Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan Visa for Tunisians

Facts about Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan is a small nation that is usually overlooked by tourists but you will be surprised by how much fun you can have in the country. The most popular city, Baku, which is also the most popular city is the main tourist attraction site. The city has a fire mountain, it is a hillside with a continuously burning natural fire, cool right? There is also a Museum of Miniature Books, Mud Volcanoes just to mention a few. A lot of fun things can be done at various destinations.
 
Within the period of a year from 2016 to 2017, there was a 16 percent rise in the number of tourists that visited the country. On average, Azerbaijan receives about 2.2 million tourists yearly.
 
Citizens of Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan can visit Azerbaijan without having a visa for a period of 90 days.

Types of Azerbaijan Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 3 to 4 business days 30 days
Tourist visa 3 to 4 business days 30 days

General Requirements for Azerbaijan Visa

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting Azerbaijan.
  • The passport should have at least two blank pages for the Azerbaijan visa stamp.
  • Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant is required.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. 
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. 
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. 
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket. This serves as proof that the applicant has intentions of going back to Tunisia.
  • Travel itinerary showing dates of entry and exit from Azerbaijan.
  • The travel itinerary should also indicate the travel details in Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan Business visa Azerbaijan Tourist visa

Azerbaijan Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The business visa is issued to foreigners visiting Azerbaijan to maintain business relationships with other partners and engage in other business activities.
  • Business travelers are permitted to enter into negotiations with their partners during business meetings.
  • Applicants can also get involved in trade fairs, business conferences and business seminars in Azerbaijan.
  • An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in Azerbaijan is required.
  • The letter should state the nature of the business to be carried out and the duration of the applicant’s visit.
  • The business letter must also state if the host company in Azerbaijan or the applicant’s company in Tunisia will be responsible for the applicant’s finances while in Azerbaijan.
  • A copy of the company’s charter and the state registration certificate is required.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer confirming awareness and allowance of business leave is required. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and signed by an authorized signatory of the company.
  • This visa does not permit foreign nationals to receive payments for the services they render while they are in the country.
  • All foreigners visiting Azerbaijan for a period of more than 30 days must register their passports with the local passport registration authorities for the visa extension.

Azerbaijan Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is issued to foreigners with the intention of traveling to Azerbaijan for tourism and leisure purposes.
  • Applicants of the tourist visa cn also visit friends and family members in Azerbaijan.
  • by their friends or relatives who hold permanent residency in Azerbaijan.
  • A letter of invitation from the host in Azerbaijan is required.
  • The host in Azerbaijan could either be a family member, a friend or a tour organization.
  • The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must contain the valid contact information of the host in Azerbaijan.
  • The letter must include if the host is financially responsible for the applicant, the duration of stay, and the purpose of the visit to Azerbaijan.
  • Foreigners in Azerbaijan are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment during their time in Azerbaijan.
  • Holders of this visa are allowed to attend festivals and events taking place in Azerbaijan.
  • Minors applying for this visa are required to present a copy of their birth certificate. A notarized consent signed by both their parents is also required if they are traveling with or none of their parents.
  • Confirmed travel itinerary showing dates of arrival and departure from Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

20.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

20.00 (USD)

Azerbaijan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Tunisia

Location

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There is currently no Embassy of Azerbaijan in Tunisia, however, applicants are advised to apply at the Embassy if Azerbaijan in Algiers, Algeria.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most famous place in Azerbaijan?

This natural fire, known as Yanar Dağ, has been blazing in Azerbaijan for at least 65 years. One of Azerbaijan's most famous sites is Yanar Dağ (or “Burning Mountain“), a natural glowing fire burning on a hillside along the Caspian Sea.

Is Azerbaijan safe to travel?

Azerbaijan is overall relatively safe to travel to, with both petty and violent crime to keep in mind and watch out for. It is advised that you remain vigilant at all times, especially when crossing the streets.

When is the best time to visit Azerbaijan?

The best time to visit Azerbaijan is April to June and September to October, which will let you avoid the 40°C summers and sub-zero winters - particularly in the mountains. You can also participate in the Novruz Bayrami celebrations each March, which marks the Persian New Year.