Is Azerbaijan safe to visit?

Generally safe. Avoid the border areas with Armenia.

Do I need a visa for Azerbaijan?

e-Visa (ASAN Visa) in ~3 days for most nationalities. Apply on the official evisa.gov.az site only.

When is the best time to visit Azerbaijan?

April–June or September–October. Baku is mild; summers get very hot.

Can I drink the tap water?

Not safe — drink bottled. Stick to bottled or filtered water, and skip ice unless you know it's from purified water.

What food should I try?

Plov. Saffron rice crowned with lamb, chestnuts, and dried fruit — festive Azerbaijan on a plate.

What is the capital of Azerbaijan?

Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan.

What language is spoken in Azerbaijan?

Azerbaijani (close to Turkish); Russian common in Baku, English growing.

What currency is used?

Azerbaijani Manat (AZN) is the currency of Azerbaijan.

Do I need a power adapter?

Power plugs in Azerbaijan: C & F (round 2-pin / Schuko, 220 V). Check your devices before you travel.

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CapitalBaku

Currency Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)

LanguageAzerbaijani

TimezoneUTC+4

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