How to Apply Azerbaijan Visa For UAE Residents in 2025
If you’re a UAE resident planning a trip to Azerbaijan, getting a visa is a straightforward process. You can easily obtain a visa on arrival as long as you have a confirmed hotel booking, a valid return ticket, and your UAE residence visa is valid for at least six months.
For extra peace of mind, it’s recommended to have travel insurance as well. However, if your UAE visa doesn’t meet the validity requirement, you can apply for an Azerbaijan visa online through their official website.
The process is simple: you fill in your passport details, upload a passport photo (make sure it’s under 1 MB), and submit your application.
Depending on your needs, you can choose between a regular or urgent visa, and if everything is correct, you’ll receive your visa via email within just three hours.
In this article, I will share with you the complete process of applying for an Azerbaijan visa as a UAE resident, including the costs, requirements, and necessary documents.
Azerbaijan offers a visa on arrival, but this is only for UAE residents. If you have a UAE visa, you don’t need to worry about anything.
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Gabala is fantastic for nature lovers, and if you want a European vibe, Baku is the place to be. I loved Baku so much that I plan to go again. I have already been there once.
My personal experience in Baku as UAE resident
Document Requirements for Azerbaijan Visa For UAE Residents
To successfully apply for an Azerbaijan visa in Dubai, ensure you have the following documents ready:
Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your date of entry into Azerbaijan.
Scanned Copy of the Bio-data Page: Provide a clear scanned copy of the bio-data page of your passport.
Active Email Address: Ensure you have a working and valid email address, as your e-Visa will be sent to this email.
Accommodation Details: Include the address of your hotel or private residence in Azerbaijan where you will be staying.
How to Apply Azerbaijan E-Visa For UAE Residents Online?
Residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a residency visa valid for less than six months are not eligible for an e-visa on arrival. It is recommended that these individuals apply for an e-visa ahead of time to avoid any travel delays.
Once on the website, you’ll see two options: a single-entry visa or an urgent e-Visa.
Single-entry visa: Best for standard processing (3-4 working days).
Urgent e-Visa: Faster processing (within 3 hours), costs more.
Choose your nationality (e.g., Pakistan).
Select your travel document type (e.g., ordinary passport, diplomatic service passport).
Select the number of entries as Single Entry.
Input the code in the given format, paying attention to uppercase and lowercase letters.
Choose your reason for visiting Azerbaijan. For tourism purposes, select Tourism.
Standard Visa: Costs 20 USD + 5 USD service fee (approx. 98-99 AED), takes 3-4 days.
Urgent Visa: Double the service fee for faster processing (3 hours).
Choose the start date for your visa. For example, if today is December 2 and you want your visa to be valid from December 10, select December 10.
Your visa will be valid for three months from the chosen start date.
Fill in your surname and given name exactly as they appear on your passport.
Provide your date of birth, place of birth, and gender.
Select your occupation. If your job title isn’t listed, choose Other.
Enter your phone number and your permanent UAE address (e.g., Sterling Apartments, Dubai).
Ensure your email is correct, as your visa will be sent there.
Enter your passport number, issue date, and expiry date.
Provide your accommodation details in Azerbaijan (hotel address or family/friend’s address).
Upload a copy of your passport (must be less than 1 MB in size).
Answer the question about visiting the Nagorno-Karabakh region without permission from Azerbaijan since 1991. Select No if you haven’t. Double-check all the information entered for accuracy. Correct any mistakes before proceeding.
You will receive a verification email with a payment link.
Open the email, click the link, and proceed to the payment page.
Enter your card details (card number, expiry date, CVV) and complete the payment.
After payment confirmation, you will receive a receipt via email.
For standard visas, expect to receive your e-Visa within 3-4 working days.
For urgent visas, you will receive it within 3 hours.
By following these steps, you can easily apply for an Azerbaijan e-Visa from the UAE.
My Personal Experience of traveling to Azerbaijan as UAE Resident
Traveling from the UAE to Azerbaijan was quite an adventure for me, and I’d love to share my experience with you!
When I was preparing for my trip, I realized that my UAE visa was valid for only 160 days, which meant it was less than the required six months.
At the airport, the staff informed me that my visa wouldn’t qualify for the visa-on-arrival option. They advised me to apply for an urgent visa online, assuring me that by the time my flight landed—about three hours later—my visa would be waiting in my email inbox. Taking their advice, I applied for the urgent visa right away.
Once I arrived at the airport in Azerbaijan, the staff guided me not to head directly to the immigration counter. Instead, I needed to check my email first.
Fortunately, I was able to connect to the airport’s Wi-Fi. After a moment of anticipation, I found my visa had indeed arrived! I proceeded to the counter without any additional charges, aside from the extra $1 I paid for the urgent visa.
For residents of the UAE, nationals from Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh can enjoy the convenience of a visa-on-arrival option if everything is in order.
It’s such a fantastic deal at only about $30, allowing you easy access to this beautiful country. Once you arrive, the stunning views will leave you in awe. The weather was delightful, with cool breezes, and I even spotted snow on the mountains nearby.
I was particularly taken with the Shahdag Mountain Resort and Spa in the Shahdag area; it truly is a breathtaking experience.
As I prepare to explore more of Azerbaijan, I can’t help but highly recommend this destination. It’s a picturesque country with an abundance of activities, often likened to a mini Europe.
If you’re looking to experience Europe without breaking the bank, Azerbaijan is the place to be! So, pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable journey!
I'm Haris Ali. I am resident of United Arab Emirates. I've been working with identification documents in UAE for over 8 years. I've gained valuable experience from working with various government authorities in the region, especially with documents like the Emirates ID.
In my free time, I enjoy playing cricket and exploring new destinations around the world.
