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AzerbaijanAzerbaijan visa requirements for Sudan citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. Sudan passport holders need a visa for Azerbaijan that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Typical processing: 3 working days (3-hour urgent option).
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Azerbaijan visa requirements for Sudan citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- 3 working days (3-hour urgent option)
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How Sudan citizens apply for the Azerbaijan visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Good to know
- Single entry, valid 90 days, stay up to 30 days.
Easier alternatives for Sudan passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Sudan passport than Azerbaijan, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms |
| Thailand | e-Visa required | Per visa terms |
Azerbaijan at a glance for travellers
- 30 of 198 passports can enter Azerbaijan without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Sudan passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 36 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Azerbaijan e-Visa: information | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Azerbaijan e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Azerbaijan entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Sudan citizens need a visa for Azerbaijan?
Yes. Sudan passport holders need a visa for Azerbaijan that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Typical processing: 3 working days (3-hour urgent option).
What documents do Sudan passport holders need for Azerbaijan?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do Sudan passport holders apply for a Azerbaijan visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of Azerbaijan that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a Azerbaijan visa take for Sudan passport holders?
3 working days (3-hour urgent option). Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.