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Azerbaijan Travel Guide

Asia

Baku Capital
AZN Currency
Azerbaijani Language
+994 Calling Code
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Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa Required For Most Travelers; E-visa Available.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms E-visa application
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Overcharging
  • Fake tour guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 102
Response Speed Medium
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Good
Ride-sharing Apps Bolt
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay,local App
ATM Availability High
Tipping 10% Is Typical In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30 Tourist: $80 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly In Religious Sites.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict On Drugs, Relaxed On Alcohol
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsArmenia

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Salam
sah-lahm
Goodbye
Sağ olun
sah-oloon
Please
Zəhmət olmasa
zeh-mat ol-mah-sah
Thank you
Təşəkkür edirəm
teh-shehk-kur eh-dee-rem
Sorry
Bağışlayın
bah-ghish-lah-yin
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
İngilis dilində danışırsınız?
een-gee-lees dee-lin-deh dah-nah-sheer-sin-iz?
I don’t understand
Anlamıram
ahn-lah-mee-ram
Can you speak slowly, please?
Zəhmət olmasa, yavaş danışın.
zeh-mat ol-mah-sah, yah-vahsh dah-nee-shin.
Can you help me, please?
Zəhmət olmasa, mənə kömək edin.
zeh-mat ol-mah-sah, meh-neh keh-mehk eh-deen.
What does this mean?
Bu nə deməkdir?
boo neh deh-mek-deer?

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Top Attractions

Landmark

Maiden Tower

Historical structure in Baku.

~1 h ~US$8
Nature

Gobustan National Park

Famous for its ancient rock carvings.

~2 h ~US$5
Landmark

Flame Towers

Iconic trio of skyscrapers symbolizing Baku's modern architecture.

~1 h Free entry
City guide Baku
Landmark

Sheki Khans' Palace

A historical palace known for its stunning architecture and stained glass.

~1.5 h ~US$5
City guide Sheki
Landmark

Nizami Mausoleum

A historical monument dedicated to the famous poet Nizami Ganjavi.

~1 h ~US$2
City guide Ganja

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