Azerbaijan E-Visa for Pakistanis 2026: Fees, Documents and How to Apply
Azerbaijan remains one of the most popular short-haul destinations for Pakistani travellers, and the main route in is an online e-visa issued through the ASAN Visa system. Reports from Pakistani media in 2026 put the standard cost at a $20 state fee, with an optional urgent service. Here is how the process works, what to prepare, and when the e-visa is not the right route.
What the e-visa offers
According to the Embassy of Azerbaijan’s announcement as reported by The Express Tribune, Pakistani citizens can apply, pay and download an e-visa through the ASAN Visa portal, with a state fee of $20 and an urgent option at $50. The visa is single-entry and valid for a 30-day stay in Azerbaijan.
An ARY News report from January 2026 adds that standard applications are processed within about three working days, that the e-visa is valid for 90 days from issue for entering Azerbaijan, and that an additional $9 service fee brings the standard total to $29. Some outlets quote different totals, so always check the final amount shown on the official portal before you pay.
How to apply
The application is done entirely online through the official portal at evisa.gov.az, following three steps: apply, pay, download. Use only the official government website. Look-alike sites and agents charging hidden extras are a common problem.
- Passport bio-page scan
- Passport valid well beyond your stay
- Recent passport-style photo
- Working email address
- Visa or MasterCard for payment
- Hotel booking details
- Return flight booking
- Printed copy of the e-visa
Travel-guide sites such as Trips.pk recommend a passport valid at least six months from arrival and keeping printed copies. These are sensible precautions even where the official portal does not make them mandatory.
When the e-visa is not enough
The e-visa covers short single-entry tourist trips. If you plan to stay longer than 30 days, need multiple entries, or are travelling for work, study or family reasons, you will generally need a regular visa through the Azerbaijan Embassy in Islamabad or the consulate in Karachi, usually with extra documents such as an invitation letter. Confirm the exact requirements with the embassy.
Tips for a smooth trip
Even with an approved e-visa, immigration officers can ask about your plans. Carry your hotel booking, return ticket, and proof of funds and employment or business ties in Pakistan. Make sure your passport is the current e-passport type, as Pakistan has phased out older machine-readable passports, and be prepared for airport pre-departure checks. See our guides on pre-departure clearance and our 5-day Baku tour package.
Quick answers
Do Pakistanis need a visa for Azerbaijan? Yes. Pakistani citizens can apply for an e-visa online for short tourist stays.
How long can I stay? Reports state a single-entry stay of up to 30 days.
How fast is it? Standard processing is reported as about three working days; an urgent option exists for a higher fee.
Where do I apply? Only on the official portal, evisa.gov.az.
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Visa rules, fees and processing times change often. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official Azerbaijan e-visa portal or the embassy before applying.