Visa

Foreigners intending to study in Azerbaijan must obtain an appropriate visa prior to arrival in the country.

Citizens of countries eligible for e-visas can apply and receive their visa within 3 hours or up to 3 days by visiting http://www.evisa.gov.az. Detailed information is available on the website for foreigners and stateless individuals interested in applying for an electronic visa.

For citizens of countries without access to e-visas or where there is no Azerbaijani Embassy, visas are issued through the visa section of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Azerbaijan. They can collect their visa from the nearest Azerbaijani Embassy or Consulate.

The International Student Admissions Affairs Office at Western Caspian University provides comprehensive support and assistance to international students with visa-related matters.

Registration upon Place of Stay (15 Days Registration)

Within 15 days of arrival in Azerbaijan, students must register their place of stay with the State Migration Service of the Republic of Azerbaijan. To fulfill this requirement, foreigners should submit an application form along with a copy of their passport through the following methods:

• Online registration on the official website of the State Migration Service of Azerbaijan.
• Email submission to qeydiyyat@migration.gov.az.
• In-person visit to Regional Migration Departments or ASAN Service centres.

Note: There is no state fee for registration, and re-registration is only required if a new place of stay is selected.

Temporary Residence Permit

Foreigners are required to obtain a temporary residence permit from the State Migration Service of Azerbaijan at least one month before their visa expires.

The required documents for a Temporary Residence Permit include:

• Passport
• 6 photos (3/4 size) with a red or white background
• Medical Examination Report (Hepatitis B, C, and HIV)
• House documents

Note: The residence permit is renewed annually, and students are responsible for fees associated with migration arrangements.