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Azerbaijan

A visa is required before departure; the official ASAN eVisa normally allows one entry and up to 30 days in the country.

Reviewed by TripminuteFrench passport · tourism · short stayInformation reviewed on August 9, 2026
The 30-second summary
DocumentPassport valid for at least 3 months after the planned end of the stay.
EntryOnline authorisation

A visa is required before departure; the official ASAN eVisa normally allows one entry and up to 30 days in the country.

DurationUp to 30 days with the eVisa; registration is mandatory within 15 days when staying beyond that threshold.
Key warningMost of the country is advised against except for essential travel; land borders are closed to travellers and French nationals face an arbitrary-detention risk.

Before you book

This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.

Document

Passport valid for at least 3 months after the planned end of the stay.

Entry

A visa is required before departure; the official ASAN eVisa normally allows one entry and up to 30 days in the country.

Duration

Up to 30 days with the eVisa; registration is mandatory within 15 days when staying beyond that threshold.

Vaccines and health

Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.

In addition to routine vaccines, hepatitis A and itinerary-specific protection often need discussion with a travel medicine professional.
  • Assess hepatitis A/B, typhoid and rabies according to trip length, food exposure and areas visited.
  • Review Japanese encephalitis or malaria protection for relevant rural stays.
  • Use strong mosquito protection and seek medical advice for fever after returning.

Driving locally

An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.

Carry the French licence together with an international driving permit and check which convention the country recognises.

Service-Public · international permit

Documents to prepare

  • Required identity document and a separate copy
  • Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
  • Return ticket and first accommodation address
  • Medical insurance and assistance number
  • Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
  • French licence and any required supporting permit

What can change the answer

Dual nationality or residence permitTransit through border controlMinor travelling alone or with one parentWork, internship, volunteering or a longer stayEmergency, damaged or nearly expired passportControlled medication or specialist equipment

Frequently asked questions

Is a visa or authorisation required?

A visa is required before departure; the official ASAN eVisa normally allows one entry and up to 30 days in the country.

Which vaccines should I consider?

In addition to routine vaccines, hepatitis A and itinerary-specific protection often need discussion with a travel medicine professional.

Is a French driving licence sufficient?

Carry the French licence together with an international driving permit and check which convention the country recognises.

When should this information be checked again?

Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.