Azerbaijan Visa Requirements for Iraqi Citizens (2026)
Yes — Iraqi passport holders need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. Cost: US$25. Every number on this page carries the date we last verified it.
Required documents
- A residence permit issued by one of the GCC member states (needed if you want to use the visa-on-arrival option for Iraqi citizens).
Fees & processing
| Visa fee | US$25 — e-Visa (validity 30) |
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From official-portal extracts (captured ):
- •The e-Visa costs USD 25 and has a validity of 30 days.
How to apply
- Apply for your visa online at the official portal, evisa.gov.az.
- A single electronic visa is normally issued within 3 business days through the ASAN Visa system. [3]
- An accelerated option issues a single e-Visa within 3 hours via www.evisa.gov.az, regardless of non-working days and holidays. [3]
- After arrival, register at your place of residence if you stay in Azerbaijan for more than 15 days. [6]
Before you fly
- •If you stay more than 15 days in Azerbaijan, you must register at your place of residence. [6]
- •You can extend your temporary stay: apply at least 3 days before it ends, and a decision is made within 3 business days. [6]
- •A single electronic visa allows a stay of up to 30 days, and a multiple electronic visa up to 90 days. [3]
Full Azerbaijan entry guide — customs, health, long stays — on the destination page.
Conditions & fine print
- •Iraqi citizes are eligible to obtain a 30-day tourist Visa on Arrival if holding a residence permit issued by one of GCC state members. They must present their valid visa or residence permit along with their passport.
Watch out for
Entry can be refused if you previously violated your declared purpose of visit or gave false information about yourself or your trip; in these cases entry is banned for 5 years. [4]
Entry can be refused if you have not paid an administrative fine imposed for breaking Azerbaijan's stay and residence rules. [4]
If your stay expires while an extension request is being decided and it is rejected, you must leave within 48 hours of the decision. [6]
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Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$25 — e-Visa (validity 30).
What documents are required?
A residence permit issued by one of the GCC member states (needed if you want to use the visa-on-arrival option for Iraqi citizens)..
Where do I apply?
Only on the official government portal: https://evisa.gov.az
How long does the Azerbaijani e-Visa take?
A single e-Visa is normally issued within 3 business days; an accelerated option issues it within 3 hours via www.evisa.gov.az, even on non-working days.
How long can I stay with an e-Visa?
A single electronic visa allows a stay of up to 30 days, while a multiple electronic visa allows up to 90 days.
Do I have to register my stay in Azerbaijan?
Yes. If you stay in the country for more than 15 days, you must register at your place of residence.
Sources & last verified
Primary source: official government portal — evisa.gov.az.
Fact data cross-checked against English Wikipedia “Visa requirements for Iraqi citizens” and “Visa policy of Azerbaijan”, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 — attribution, not copied text.
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This is general travel information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change and enforcement varies at the border — always confirm on the official portal before you travel.