Overview
Every traveler, including children and infants, needs their own Azerbaijan eVisa to enter the country. Applications are filed individually through AzerbaijanEmigration.com, and immigration officers will ask for proof of relationship plus parental consent if both parents are not present.
Who Counts as a Minor in Azerbaijan?
- Minor: Anyone under 18 years of age.
- Infant: Under 2 years.
- Child: 2–12 years.
- Teen: 13–17 years.
All minors must travel with a responsible adult (parent, legal guardian, or authorized chaperone).
Key Requirements for Traveling with Children
- Individual passports valid at least six months beyond arrival.
- Individual eVisa approvals (Tourist, Business, or Treatment eVisa).
- Birth certificate or legal document proving the relationship to accompanying adults.
- Notarized consent letters when one/both parents stay behind.
- Yellow fever certificate if arriving from or transiting through risk countries.
Documents Needed for Each Child
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Must have its own number and at least one blank page. |
| Photo | Recent color photo on a plain background (JPEG/PNG). |
| Birth Certificate | Shows parents/guardians; provide certified translation if not in English/Azerbaijani. |
| Consent Letter | Required whenever the child is not traveling with both custodial parents. |
| Itinerary & Accommodation | Flights, tour confirmation, or host invitation letter. |
| Vaccination Record | Yellow fever proof if applicable; keep routine immunization card handy. |
| Guardianship/Adoption Papers | Court orders, adoption decrees, or legal custody letters. |
Parental Consent & Guardianship Rules
- Both parents traveling: No consent letter needed, but carry birth certificates.
- One parent traveling: Provide a notarized consent letter from the absent parent plus a passport/ID copy.
- Guardians/relatives: Present legal guardianship papers and consent letters from both parents.
- Adopted children: Carry the adoption decree and a letter from the adoptive parents authorizing travel.
- Deceased/sole custody parent: Bring the death certificate or court order proving custody.
Border officers at airports and land borders routinely inspect these documents.
How to Submit a Child's eVisa Application
- Gather documents: Passport scan, photo, birth certificate, consent letters, itinerary.
- Choose visa type: Choose the correct visa type (Tourist, Business, or Treatment eVisa).
- Complete the form: Enter the child's information exactly as shown in the passport.
- Upload files: Attach supporting documents in JPG/PNG/PDF formats under 2 MB.
- Pay the fee: Complete payment for the child's application.
- Track and print: Download the approval letter once emailed and print two copies—airlines may collect one at check-in.
Repeat the process for each child; there is no shared "family visa."
Sample Parental Consent Letter
[Date]
To: State Migration Service of Azerbaijan
I, [Parent/Guardian Full Name], passport number [XXXXXX], authorize my child [Child Full Name, Passport Number] to travel to Azerbaijan from [Start Date] to [End Date] accompanied by [Name of Accompanying Adult, Relationship].
I can be reached at [phone/email] in case of emergency.
Signature: ______________________
Notary/Seal (if required)
Print the letter, sign in ink, and have it notarized if your home country requires it for minor travel.
Special Situations (Adoption, School Trips, Split Custody)
- Split custody / divorced parents: Include court orders that define custody plus consent from any parent with legal rights.
- School or sports trips: Each student needs an individual eVisa, parental consent, emergency contacts, and a group travel letter on school letterhead.
- Unaccompanied minors: Azerbaijan strongly encourages an adult escort. Airlines have strict rules—check with the carrier before booking.
- Medical travel: Attach hospital invitations, medical reports, and an urgent processing request.
FAQs
Can siblings share one application?
No. Every child files separately.
Do babies need passports?
Yes. Azerbaijan requires each child to have their own passport.
What if my child has dual nationality?
Apply with the passport they'll use to enter Azerbaijan and carry the second passport if needed for exit.
Do minors pay the same fee?
Yes, visa fees are identical regardless of age.
What if documents are in another language?
Provide certified translations (English or Azerbaijani accepted).
How long does processing take for children?
Processing time is the same for all applicants: 1 working day to 3 working days.
Checklist
- Passport valid 6+ months for each child.
- Digital passport photo.
- Birth certificate + certified translation (if needed).
- Consent letter(s) with signatures and ID copies.
- Flight and lodging proof.
- Yellow fever card (if route requires).
- Adoption/custody papers (if applicable).
- Printed eVisa approval + digital backup.
Preparing these documents before you apply keeps your family's arrival in Azerbaijan smooth—whether you're exploring Baku, visiting relatives, or attending a school exchange.
