FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is the procedure for applying for issuance (extension) of the temporary residence permit, as well as how to obtain payment code and make a payment?
To obtain permission for temporary residence, applications can be submitted at "ASAN Service" centers, regional migration departments, or electronically through the "Temporary Residence Permit" section on the official website of the State Migration Service (www.migration.gov.az).
On the official website of the State Migration Service, under the "Electronic Services" section, there is an option for "Tracking Applications", (https://eservice.migration.gov.az/public/application-track) which allows you to get information about the status of your application. Additionally, through the "Payment Search" option, you can obtain a payment code. Payments can be made online through the "Online Payment" option (https://eservice.migration.gov.az/?payments=show) on the State Migration Service's website, at bank branches, as well as through "ExpressPay" and ASAN payment terminals.
2. Which documents are required for granting (extending) a temporary residence permit to foreigners and stateless persons in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan?
-Application form;
-Copy of the passport or other border crossing document (the validity period of the passport or other document must be at least 3 months longer than the expiration date of the temporary residence permit to be issued);
-Notarized copy of the birth certificate (for individuals under the age of 18);
-Notarized document confirming the existence of the conditions that are the basis for issuing a temporary residence permit;
-General health certificate, including the certificate on not being a carrier of AIDS, Hepatitis B and C viruses;
-Copy of the document granting the right to temporary residence in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan;
-Application of a party inviting the foreigner or stateless person to the Republic of Azerbaijan;
-Two photos of 3.5x4.5 cm in size;
-Document of the residential area to be registered;
-Application of the person who gives a residential area to a foreigner or a stateless person;
-Copy of the identity document of the person who gave a residential area to a foreigner or a stateless person;
-Document on payment of state fee.
3. Are foreigners and stateless persons studying in full-time in higher and secondary educational institutions, as well as general education institutions in the Republic of Azerbaijan allowed to temporarily reside in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan?
Yes, they are allowed.
4. How to register the place of stay and what is the procedure for checking the registration status?
For the registration of the place of stay, it is necessary to apply, within 15 days (within 30 days for citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan) after foreigner’s arrival in the country, via electronic services of the official website of the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan, or in regional migration departments, or "ASAN service" centers. It is possible to check the status by entering "Checking the Registration Status" or "Track of Applications" options on the "Electronic Services" section of the official website of the State Migration Service (https://eservice.migration.gov.az/public/check-registered-user).
5. How long can foreigners and stateless persons stay in the territory of Azerbaijan since the date of arrival by registering their place of stay?
-Persons entering the country on a visa basis – for the duration of stay indicated in the visa;
-Persons entering the country on a visa-free basis – for 90 days.
6. How much state fee is required for registration of foreigners or stateless persons upon place of stay?
Foreigners or stateless persons are not required to pay a state fee for the registration of their place of stay.
7. Can a foreign citizen with a permanent residence permit (PRP) card directly apply for admission to higher education institutions as foreign citizen without participating in the examinations of the State Examination Center (SEC)?
According to the paragraph 1.2 of the Resolution No. 125 dated 01.05.2015 of Cabinet of Ministers, foreigners who have permanent residence in the Republic of Azerbaijan have the right to education within the country on equal terms with the citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
8. Can persons with dual citizenship be accepted as foreign citizens?
Individuals with dual citizenship, who are citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan and another state, can be admitted to higher education institutions by participating in exams organized by the State Examination Center (SEC).
9. Can we accept a person with refugee status as a foreigner?
Persons whose refugee status has been officially confirmed can be accepted as foreigners.
10. How is the admission of foreign citizens conducted?
Admission of foreigners to higher education institutions is conducted through https://portal.edu.az/.
Video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Cmf5oLCZMY
The following documents are required as a mandatory documents on the portal:
-Passport scan;
-Health certificate, including a scan of the certificate on not being a carrier of AIDS, Hepatitis B and C viruses;
-Legalized (apostilled) document on previous education, such as diploma, along with the academic transcript.
11. Will my language skills be checked again if I have obtained sufficient score in one of the international tests such as IELTS or TOEFL?
If you have obtained sufficient scores in one of the international tests such as IELTS or TOEFL (minimum score of 5.0 in IELTS or 40 in TOEFL for undergraduate level, minimum score of 5.5 in IELTS or 50 in TOEFL for further education levels), you may be exempted from further language proficiency testing when applying to English-taught specialties.
12. Are foreigners exempt from language proficiency testing if they do not change the language of study?
Foreigners from the following two categories are exempt from language proficiency testing if they do not change the language of study:
1. Foreign students who have already studied at an educational institution of the Republic of Azerbaijan and are applying for admission to the next educational level;
2. Graduates of previous education levels from educational institutions that meet the requirements stipulated by the laws of the state where they are located.
