Visa Requirements For Nigerians Visiting Azerbaijan

Nigerian citizens require a visa to enter Azerbaijan. This can be obtained through an online application, or on arrival. To be granted entry, a Nigerian passport must be valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Azerbaijan, and proof of onward travel from Azerbaijan must be provided.

Nigerian citizens need a visa to enter Azerbaijan

For short-term tourism, Nigerian citizens can apply for an Azerbaijan e-visa or a visa on arrival. The e-visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of up to 30 days. It can be used for vacation, social events, and humanitarian services. The visa must be used within 90 days of its release, and it is linked to the passport used for the application, so travellers must carry the same passport when entering Azerbaijan.

The Azerbaijan e-visa requires applicants to provide personal information, passport details, and their travel itinerary. Additionally, the passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay in Azerbaijan, and proof of onward travel is required.

For business purposes, Nigerian citizens can apply for an Azerbaijan business e-visa. This visa is designed for those attending meetings, conferences, or engaging in other business-related activities. It is important to note that this visa does not permit any form of paid work or employment in Azerbaijan.

The process of obtaining an Azerbaijan visa involves submitting an application and necessary documents to the nearest Azerbaijani embassy or consulate. Alternatively, eligible countries can apply for an e-visa through the Azerbaijan electronic visa system (e-visa) or upon arrival at the airport.

Azerbaijan's e-visa requirements

Azerbaijan's e-visa is available to visitors from nearly 100 countries. Citizens from a further 140 countries must submit applications to Azerbaijani embassies abroad for consular visas. The e-visa is ideal for those visiting Azerbaijan for a short period of time. The tourist e-visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of up to 30 days. It can be used for vacation, social or sporting events, visiting friends and family, or humanitarian services.

The Azerbaijan e-visa is not a paper visa; it is generated and allocated electronically. It is linked to your passport and will be generated at the airport using your fingerprints and passport information. Therefore, you must travel with the same passport used in your application. The e-visa is currently only accepted at four airports: Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Heyday Aliyev Airport, Nakchivan International Airport, and Gyandzha Airport.

To apply for an e-visa, you must meet the eligibility criteria:

• The applicant must be a citizen of an eligible country.
• The applicant must be financially capable of funding their trip.
• The applicant must have no intention of staying beyond the legal limits under the e-visa conditions.
• The applicant must have valid documents and no intention of seeking employment in Azerbaijan.

The following documents are required for the e-visa application:

• A duly completed visa application form.
• Two passport-style photos with a white background, taken within the last six months.
• A valid passport, valid for at least three to six months prior to the expiry date. The passport must have at least one blank visa page.
• Proof of accommodation, such as a copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip.
• Proof of onward travel (departure) from Azerbaijan.
• A personal invitation letter, if visiting friends or family, including contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation, signature, and date.

The e-visa application form is available on the Azerbaijan government's official website, as well as third-party websites such as VisaHQ. The processing time for e-visas is typically between one and four days.

Nigerian passport holders' visa-free access

As of October 2024, Nigerian passport holders can travel visa-free to 28 countries, including:

• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• São Tomé and Príncipe
• Central African Republic
• Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Republic of the Congo
• United Arab Emirates

However, a visa is required for Nigerian passport holders visiting Azerbaijan for tourism or business purposes. The visa options for Nigerian citizens travelling to Azerbaijan include:

• Azerbaijan e-visa
• Azerbaijan visa on arrival
• Azerbaijan tourist visa

To obtain a tourist visa, you must hold a Nigerian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Azerbaijan and provide proof of onward travel.

Azerbaijan's visa-free countries

Azerbaijan has an active visa policy regulating visitors, immigrants, and emigration. This policy is influenced by the Law on Entry, Exits, and Passports (1994) and the Law on Immigration (1998). Both laws are the cornerstone of Azeri visa policy toward foreign nationals. It spells out the entry requirements for visitors and the type of visas they must apply for, depending on their trip's purpose, nationality, and length of stay.

According to the Henley Passport Index, as of 2024, Azerbaijani citizens can enter 73 countries and territories without a visa, ranking the Azerbaijani passport 72nd in the world. Additionally, Azerbaijani citizens can benefit from mobility rights arrangements within the Commonwealth of Independent States.

Azerbaijan also has a visa-free list of nationals from countries with which it has diplomatic relationships and agreements. All these countries are fellow former satellite states of the Soviet Union. Visitors from these countries can visit Azerbaijan for up to 90 days without a visa. However, they must not take up paid employment or study at any tertiary institution without the appropriate visa. For work, residency, or study, they must apply for a consular visa from the Azeri embassy in their country.

The following countries have a visa-free regime with Azerbaijan for citizens holding any type of valid passport:

• Republic of Kazakhstan
• Republic of Uzbekistan
• Republic of Tajikistan

Azerbaijan also has a unilateral visa-free regime with the following countries for Azerbaijani citizens holding civil passports:

• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Special Administrative Territory of China (diplomatic and service passports only)
• Georgia (ordinary, diplomatic, and service passports)

Azerbaijani citizens holding diplomatic or service passports also have a visa-free arrangement with the following countries:

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Central African Republic
• Republic of the Congo
• Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• São Tomé and Príncipe
• United Arab Emirates

However, it is important to note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some countries have temporarily suspended or restricted the visa-free regime for Azerbaijani citizens holding relevant passports. Therefore, it is advised to check the current entry and visa requirements before traveling to any of these countries.

Nigerian citizens' visa requirements

Nigerian citizens require a visa to enter Azerbaijan. This can be obtained through an online application or on arrival.

Azerbaijan e-visa

The Azerbaijan e-visa application requires the following:

• A passport valid for at least 3 months after the e-visa expires.
• A completed application form.
• A passport-style photograph with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.
• Proof of accommodation, such as a copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip.
• An itinerary.
• Proof of onward travel from Azerbaijan.
• A valid email address to receive the electronic visa.

The e-visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of up to 30 days in Azerbaijan. It is important to note that the e-visa is linked to your passport, so you must enter Azerbaijan with the same passport used in the application.

Visa on Arrival

Visa on Arrival (VOA) is available for business travellers and citizens of African countries, excluding ECOWAS members. The process involves applying online, submitting necessary documents, and receiving an Electronic Travel Authorisation Letter, which is presented at the border.

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