Azerbaijan e-Visa Requirements
Complete guide to all documents and eligibility criteria needed for your Azerbaijan electronic visa application. Simple requirements, fast processing.
Valid Passport
3+ Months Validity
Digital Photo
Passport Size
Email Address
For e-Visa Delivery
Document Requirements
The Azerbaijan e-Visa application requires minimal documentation, making it one of the most streamlined visa processes available.
All applicants must provide the following essential documents to complete their e-Visa application successfully:
Valid Passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Azerbaijan
Digital Photograph
Recent passport-sized photo meeting specific technical requirements
Email Address
Valid email to receive your e-Visa and important notifications
Payment Method
Credit card, debit card, or PayPal for secure online payment
Passport Requirements
Detailed specifications for passport eligibility and documentation
Passport Specifications
Validity Requirements
- Minimum Validity: Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date from Azerbaijan
- Recommended Validity: 6 months or more for added security and flexibility
- Expiry Date Check: Verify expiry date before applying to avoid rejection
- Renewal Advice: Renew passport if it expires within 6 months of travel
Passport Type and Condition
- Ordinary Passport: Standard tourist/civilian passports accepted
- Diplomatic Passports: May have different requirements - check with embassy
- Emergency Passports: Temporary travel documents may not be accepted
- Physical Condition: Passport must be in good condition without damage
- Blank Pages: At least one blank page required for entry stamp
Machine Readable Zone (MRZ)
- MRZ Required: Passport must have machine-readable zone at bottom
- Clear Text: All MRZ text must be clearly legible
- No Damage: MRZ area must be free from damage or wear
- Biometric Preferred: Biometric passports recommended for faster processing
Important Notes
- Expired Passports: Cannot be used for e-Visa applications
- Damaged Passports: May be rejected at border control
- Processing Time: Allow extra time if passport renewal is needed
- Security: Keep passport safe during travel
Photo Specifications
Detailed requirements for your digital passport photograph
Technical Specifications
Image Dimensions and Quality
- Size: 35mm x 45mm (passport photo size)
- Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for digital photos
- File Format: JPEG, PNG, or PDF accepted
- File Size: Maximum 5MB per image
- Color: Full color photograph required
- Quality: Sharp, clear, and in focus
Background Requirements
- Color: Plain white or light-colored background
- Uniformity: Even lighting with no shadows
- Contrast: Clear contrast between subject and background
- No Patterns: Solid color only, no patterns or textures
Subject Requirements
Face and Expression
- Position: Face centered and looking directly at camera
- Expression: Neutral expression with mouth closed
- Eyes: Both eyes open and clearly visible
- Head Position: Straight, not tilted to either side
- Face Coverage: Face should occupy 70-80% of photo
Clothing and Accessories
- Attire: Normal daily clothing, avoid uniforms
- Head Covering: Remove hats unless for religious reasons
- Glasses: Allowed if no glare, prescription glasses preferred
- Jewelry: Small jewelry acceptable, avoid large items
Age and Recency
- Recent Photo: Taken within the last 6 months
- Current Appearance: Must reflect your current appearance
- No Alterations: Digital editing or filters not allowed
Ready to Apply?
Now that you know all the requirements, start your Azerbaijan e-Visa application today.
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