Azerbaijan Travel Risk Level

There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary and areas of increased risk were updated. Reconsider Travel to Azerbaijan due to terrorism, armed conflict, and risk of landmines. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: The southern border region due to risk of armed conflict (unless this is your best overland exit from Iran) . The border with Armenia due to risk of landmines. The following territories due to landmines: Aghdam, Aghdara, Fuzuli, Gubadli, Jabrayil, Kalbajar, Khankendi, Khojaly, Khojavend, Lachın, Shusha, and Zangilan Advisory Summary Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. There was a March 5, 2026, drone strike on Nakhchivan International Airport. Commercial flights have also been seriously disrupted. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Azerbaijan. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorist groups continue to plan attacks and are a risk in Azerbaijan. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. They may target: Tourist locations Transportation centers (airports) Markets and shopping malls Local government buildings Hotels, clubs and restaurants Places of worship Parks Major sporting and cultural events Educational institutionsOther public areas Other public areas Risks in specific areas Level 4 – Do not travel Border with Iran Do not travel to the southern border region due to risk of armed conflict (unless this is your best overland exit from Iran) . Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. U.S. citizens should avoid the southern border area unless this is your best overland exit from Iran. Border with Arme

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel Azerbaijan-Armenia border The border with Armenia remains closed. The FCDO advises against all travel to within 5km of the border with Armenia, due to tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Note that this does not include the border of Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan exclave with Armenia. Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel South-western Azerbaijan (those regions affected by conflict in 2020 and 2023) The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) advises against all but essential travel to: The districts (‘rayons’) of Kelbajar, Lachin, Qubadli, Zengilan, Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Khojavand, Shusha, Khojali, Khankendi, Aghdam and Tartar You should follow Azerbaijani national government and local authorities’ advice in areas that have not been cleared of mines or unexploded ordnance. Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel . UK government support Help for British nationals is extremely limited in the areas where we advise against travel. Drone impact at Nakhchivan International Airport On 5 March 2026, Azerbaijan confirmed two drone strike impacts at Nakhchivan International Airport in Azerbaijan’s southwestern exclave. British nationals should follow instructions of the Azerbaijani local authorities. Regional escalation There is a heightened risk of regional tension. Escalation could lead to travel disruption, including airspace closures and other unanticipated impacts. British nationals should take sensible precautions, considering their own individual circumstances. These include: read if you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK . This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis” sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts monitor local and international media f