Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.

Azerbaijan uses the Azerbaijani manat (symbol: ₼), code AZN.

Banknotes come in denominations of 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 manats. Manat is subdivided into 100 qəpiks. Coins come in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5, 3 and 1 qəpiks.

Tipping is usually not expected in Azerbaijan. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts usually include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.

Automatic teller machines (local name: Bankomat) are common in Azerbaijan. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Azerbaijan is on average 3.6 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Azerbaijan is low. It is not as easy to find one.

You can buy a SIM card for about 4.57 AZN, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 4 telecoms: Azercell, Aztrank, Bakcell or Nar Mobile.

Azerbaijan uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Azerbaijan upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Azerbaijan, dial +, then 994 (the country code for Azerbaijan), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number.

Homosexuality is legal in Azerbaijan.

Same-sex marriage is illegal.

No vaccinations are required to enter this country. The vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for the traveler’s protection.