VISA REQUIREMENT FOR AZERBAIJAN
Application Form: Fully completed in English or Azerbaijani and signed by the applicant.
Passport:
- Valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of departure from Azerbaijan.
- Must contain at least two blank pages.
- Issued within the last 10 years.
- No alterations or handwritten amendments on the data page.
Photographs: Two passport-sized photographs, adhering to international standards.
Travel Itinerary: Round-trip flight reservations or travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Azerbaijan.
Proof of Accommodation: Hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a host in Azerbaijan, including the address and contact information.
Travel Medical Insurance: Valid throughout Azerbaijan, covering the entire duration of stay, with a minimum coverage of USD 30,000.
Cover Letter: Explaining the purpose of the trip, including details of the business relation with the Azerbaijani partner, and confirming the identity of the applicant.
Invitation Letter: From the Azerbaijani company or business partner (if applicable).
Proof of Employment:
- Employed: Salary slips for the last three months, employment contract, and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer.
- Self-employed: Business registration documents (e.g., company registration, tax documents).
- Student: NOC from educational institution.
Proof of Sufficient Funds:
- Original bank statements for the last three months.
- Evidence of other financial means (e.g., pension statements).
Income Tax Returns (ITR): Acknowledgment of income tax returns from the last three years (if applicable).
Previous Passport(s): Copy of current passport (data pages, pages with previous visas) and originals of any previous passports or proof of loss.
Contact Information:
- Operational email address.
- Mobile number.
- Business card, if applicable.
Additional Requirements (if applicable):
- For specific types of travel (e.g., work, study), additional permits or approvals may be required from relevant authorities in Azerbaijan.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Before applying consider the duration of stay. If applicant intends to stay longer than 6 (six) months, Residence Permit (“Aufenthaltstitel”) has to be applied for. Visa “C” can be applied for with validity for up to 90 days, Visa “D” between 91 and 180 days. Visa in both categories cannot be extended or renewed in Austria.
- Any representative shall provide an original letter of authorization from the applicant bearing the name of the representative and its organization / company. A copy of a valid photo ID shall be attached to the application.
- The applicant bears responsibility concerning all content of the application.
- Applications cannot be submitted 6 months prior to departure.
- Processing can take up to 15 working days after receiving the application. Status queries will be responded after the above time frame only and shall be primarily addressed to the VFS-office of application or by e-mail to: NEW-DELHIKA@bmeia.gv.at
- Kindly note that, in case an application is received by the Embassy, less than 15 working days before the intended travel date, the application along with the passport will be returned to VFS. Therefore, the applicants are advised to apply atleast 1 month prior to the intended travel.
- However, in individual cases, that period may be extended up to 30 calendar days in, particularly when further scrutiny of the application is needed. In case the authorities of the Member State are consulted or additional documentation is needed, this period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.
- The applicant voluntarily agrees to avail the services of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd. to apply for a Schengen Visa at the Austrian Desk.
- Applicant are advised that during the examination of an application, consulates may in justified cases request additional documents in accordance with Article 21 (8) of Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 establishing a Community Code on Visas. The Embassy may call applicants for an interview if deemed necessary.
- The applicant and/or its authorized representative declare being advised to submit full documentation according above checklist and that submission of incomplete or faulty documentation can be a reason for refusal of the application.
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