For patients from Pakistan

Treatment in Azerbaijan for patients from Pakistan

Azerbaijan received 91,026 visitors from Pakistan in 2025, according to the State Statistical Committee, and most of them stayed in Baku. MedAzerbaijan helps you plan a medical trip, whether it is a check-up or a consultation in a Baku clinic, a stay at a sanatorium or a course of Naftalan therapy.

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VisaE-visa in advance, stay up to 30 days

RegistrationAfter 15 days of stay

Flight timeAbout 3.5 to 4 hours direct

Time differenceBaku is 1 hour behind

Rules checked in October 2026. Your coordinator confirms them before every trip.

Your coordinator speaks Urdu and stays in touch with you from the first enquiry to the flight home. Clinics usually issue medical documents in English, and your coordinator explains them to you in Urdu. Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority country, and halal food is easy to find in Baku.

Entry and stay

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Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Azerbaijan, and it must be obtained before travel, because there is no visa on arrival. The usual option is an electronic visa from the official ASAN Visa portal evisa.gov.az. A standard e-visa is usually issued in about 3 working days, or in about 3 hours with urgent processing. It allows one entry and a stay of up to 30 days, and the state fee is 20 US dollars. Pakistani official guidance recommends applying at least 5 days before you travel.
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For treatment you can also apply for a medical visa at the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Islamabad. In this case the Azerbaijani clinic sends an invitation through the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and applications connected with urgent treatment are usually processed within 2 working days. Your passport should be valid for at least 3 months after your planned departure from Azerbaijan.
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Changing the type of visa or extending a stay in Azerbaijan is usually not allowed, so the full length of the treatment should be planned before you apply. If the treatment may take longer than 30 days, please tell us early, so that your coordinator can help you choose the right visa from the start.
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If you stay longer than 15 days, you must register at your place of stay with the State Migration Service within 15 days of arrival. Usually the hotel or the resort submits it, and your coordinator checks that it is done.
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Entry rules can change, so your coordinator confirms them before every trip. The Embassy of Pakistan in Baku can help Pakistani citizens with consular matters during the stay.

Getting to Azerbaijan

Direct flights to Baku leave from Lahore, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), PIA and Airblue, and from Islamabad, operated by AZAL. There is no direct flight from Karachi at the moment, so travellers from Sindh can fly via Lahore, Islamabad or with a connection. A direct flight takes about 3.5 to 4 hours. Frequencies change with the season, so your coordinator checks the current options for your dates. Our driver meets you at Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku.

Money and payments

The local currency is the Azerbaijani manat, which is held at about 1.70 per US dollar. Pakistani rupees cannot be exchanged in Azerbaijan, so please bring cash in US dollars and exchange it at the airport or at a bank in Baku.
Visa and Mastercard cards work in Azerbaijan. Pakistani banks set their own limits for card payments abroad, and some cards must be enabled for international use first, so please check this with your bank before travelling.
Your coordinator advises on the payment options for treatment and services in advance, and you receive a written estimate before you travel, so you know what to prepare.

Treatments worth planning in Azerbaijan

Check-up and diagnostics Cardiology Orthopedics Knee replacement Oncology Naftalan therapy

What to take with you

Passport valid for at least 3 months after the trip
Printed copy of the e-visa or medical visa
Medical reports, test results and scans
List of medicines with prescriptions
Cash in US dollars and a Visa or Mastercard card
Travel insurance for unexpected situations

Patient guide

Frequently asked questions

Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Azerbaijan?

Yes, and it must be obtained before travel, because there is no visa on arrival. The usual option is an e-visa from the official portal evisa.gov.az, issued in about 3 working days or in about 3 hours with urgent processing. It allows one entry and a stay of up to 30 days. We help you prepare the application and check the current rules before the trip.

Can I get a medical visa?

Yes. A medical visa is issued by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Islamabad on the basis of an invitation that the Azerbaijani clinic sends through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Applications connected with urgent treatment are usually processed within 2 working days. Your coordinator tells you which visa fits your treatment plan.

What if my treatment takes longer than 30 days?

Please tell us before you apply. Changing the visa type or extending a stay is usually not allowed, so the right visa should be chosen from the start. If you stay longer than 15 days, registration with the State Migration Service is also required within 15 days of arrival, and we check that it is done.

Are there direct flights from Pakistan to Baku?

Yes, from Lahore and Islamabad, with a flight time of about 3.5 to 4 hours. There is no direct flight from Karachi at the moment, so you can fly via Lahore, Islamabad or with a connection. We check the current flights for your dates and meet you at the airport in Baku.

Will someone speak Urdu with me?

Yes. Your coordinator speaks Urdu and stays with you during consultations and examinations. Clinics usually issue medical documents in English, and your coordinator explains them to you in Urdu.

What money should I bring, and is halal food available?

Bring US dollars in cash, because Pakistani rupees cannot be exchanged in Azerbaijan. Visa and Mastercard cards work, but please check your bank limits for use abroad. Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority country, and halal food is easy to find in Baku.

How much will the treatment cost?

The cost depends on the diagnosis, the clinic or resort and the length of stay. You receive a written estimate before you travel.

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