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Passport renewal in Azerbaijan

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Daxili İşlər Nazirliyi (Ministry of Internal Affairs).

Renewing an Azerbaijani passport involves submitting an application to the relevant state authorities either in person or via electronic portals where available. Applicants must provide biometric data and updated documentation to receive a new travel document.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to begin the renewal process at least 3 to 6 months before the current document expires. This accounts for potential administrative processing times and the availability of appointments at service centers.

Start 90 days ahead

Standard processing times can vary based on service urgency and volume; submitting well in advance avoids travel disruptions.

The process

  1. 1Verify the validity period of the current passport and determine if a renewal is due.
  2. 2Prepare required identification documents and recent biometric photographs.
  3. 3Pay the state fee associated with the passport issuance at a local bank or payment terminal.
  4. 4Visit a local police department or an ASAN Service center to submit the application and provide fingerprints.
  5. 5Track the status of the passport application through official channels.
  6. 6Collect the new passport once notified that processing is complete.

What to bring

  • Expired or current passport
  • National identification card (Şəxsiyyət vəsiqəsi)
  • Receipt of state fee payment
  • Biometric photographs (if required by the specific office)

Who handles it

Daxili İşlər Nazirliyi (Ministry of Internal Affairs)

https://www.mia.gov.az/

Fees for passport issuance vary depending on the processing speed requested (standard vs. expedited); verify current costs at an ASAN Service center or official government portal.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all personal information on the application matches the national ID exactly.
  • Verify whether the nearest location requires a pre-booked appointment.
  • Check for any outstanding administrative fines, as these may need to be cleared before processing.
  • Confirm that your national ID is also valid and up to date.

Sources

Other documents in Azerbaijan

Passport renewal in other countries

Often renewed together

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