Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
Current Situation in Azerbaijan:
The Government of Azerbaijan has extended rules restricting international passenger traffic and movement between the regions of Baku, Sumgayit, Ganja, Lankaran, Absheron, and the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic through June 15th, 2020.
The Government of Azerbaijan has eased a number of previous restrictions to allow for the partial re-opening of a number of businesses and previously restricted services. Of note, individuals in Azerbaijan no longer need to receive SMS approval to leave their places of residence. Restrictions on the access to public parks and recreation areas have been lifted, provided individuals do not gather in groups of 10 or more people. A ban on individuals aged 65 and above has also been lifted, although the Government of Azerbaijan recommends elderly individuals only leave their homes if necessary.
A number of services and activities remain prohibited during the quarantine regime. Traffic to/from the areas of Baku, Absheron, Ganja, and Lankaran remains suspended. Please refer to our website or the full text of the announcement for more information.
As of May 31, 2020, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Azerbaijan Republic confirmed 5,494 cases of COVID-19 within its borders. There have been 63 confirmed deaths. The government has acknowledged that community spread of the virus is occurring and that COVID-19 infections are present in all regions of Azerbaijan.
One-time Charter Flight to New York Available for U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders: A one-time charter flight from Baku to JFK New York will depart on June 8, 2020 at 05:00, arriving in JFK at 09:30. The flight is open to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents. Tickets will cost $900 for Economy Class, $1400 for Comfort Class, and $2100 for VIP Class. Infants up to 2 years are 10% of the ticket price; 2-12 years, 75%; and above 12 years, 100%. Pets are allowed on the flight; for more information about this and other luggage policies, please visit https://www.azal.az/en/information/baggage.
Payments for tickets will be done online through individually generated links. In order for us to confirm you on the flight and get your name on the manifest, please send an email AS SOON AS POSSIBLE with the following information for ALL TRAVELERS in your party to BakuACS@state.gov: travelers’ full name, date of birth, passport number, passport expiry date, legible passport scan under 1 MB, e-mail address, local phone number, and a scan of one’s Green Card, if applicable.
This charter flight may be the only opportunity for citizens and legal permanent residents of the United States to return to the U.S. until July, or perhaps longer. Please forward this message to any U.S. citizens or LPRs who may be interested in the flight. Once we have generated a full manifest, all passengers will receive an e-mail with an individual link to pay for reserved seats.
All Passenger Traffic, including Flights, to and from Azerbaijan Is Currently Suspended. The Cabinet of Ministers of the Azerbaijan Republic has announced all passenger traffic in and out of Azerbaijan will remain closed during the quarantine period. This restriction includes the cessation of passenger flights in and out of Azerbaijan. We will inform U.S. citizens as soon as we have information regarding the resumption of regular international commercial flights.
Visa extensions for foreigners in Azerbaijan: The State Migration Service recently announced that foreigners “who cannot leave Azerbaijan for obvious reasons” can make a one-time online payment to extend their migration status in Azerbaijan. 30- and 60-day extensions cost 15 AZN and 30 AZN, respectively. The guideline applies to foreigners whose legal stay in Azerbaijan expired on April 30. Individuals can make a payment at: https://eservice.migration.gov.az/public/create-mom-application
The government of Azerbaijan has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions, including additional restrictions on travel inside Azerbaijan, to be put into effect with little or no advance notice.
Currently all arrivals to Azerbaijan, including U.S. citizens, are being placed in a mandatory 14-day quarantine in government-provided facilities, regardless of travel origin. The quality of basic services in these facilities varies and may not meet all travelers’ individual needs. These quarantine measures are subject to change without prior notice. There are reports of U.S. citizens having to share quarters with strangers and of families being separated in quarantine facilities.
On March 6, 2020 the Department of State allowed for the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and their family members from Azerbaijan.
Effective March 16, 2020, U.S. Embassy Baku suspended routine consular services. For emergency American Citizens Services, including emergency passports, please visit our website for additional information or send us an email at BakuACS@state.gov.
Many travelers worldwide have reported unexpected flight cancellations and limited flight availability. If your travel has been disrupted, please contact your airline.
