For patients from Russia

Treatment in Azerbaijan for citizens of Russia

Patients from Russia most often come to Azerbaijan for Naftalan therapy, joint and spine treatment, dentistry and diagnostics in Baku. Many doctors speak Russian, and our coordinators communicate with you in Russian from the first message.

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VisaNot needed, up to 90 days a year

DocumentInternational passport

How to get thereBy air only

Time differenceBaku is 1 hour ahead of Moscow

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

Below are the practical points that matter for citizens of Russia, including entry rules, flights, payments and documents. Your coordinator checks the current rules before every trip, because they may change.

Entry and stay

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Citizens of Russia can enter Azerbaijan without a visa and stay for up to 90 days in a calendar year.
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Entry is possible only with an international passport. The internal Russian passport is not accepted at the border.
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The land border between Russia and Azerbaijan has been closed to travellers since 2020, so patients arrive by air.
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If you stay longer than 15 days, registration at the place of stay is required. Usually the hotel or the resort submits it, and your coordinator checks that it is done.

Getting to Azerbaijan

Direct flights connect Moscow with Baku every day, and there are flights from several other Russian cities. The flight from Moscow takes about three hours. For Naftalan, some patients continue from Baku by car, and in some cases a flight to Ganja is more convenient. We help you choose the route and meet you at the airport.

Money and payments

Visa and Mastercard cards issued by Russian banks do not work in Azerbaijan, and Mir cards are accepted only in very limited places.
Bring enough cash in US dollars, euros or roubles. Currency can be exchanged in banks and exchange offices in Baku.
A card from a bank in another country that supports international payments is a convenient addition to cash.
Your coordinator explains in advance how the payment for treatment and services is arranged, so that you can prepare.

What patients from Russia come for

Naftalan therapy Orthopedics Dentistry Check-up and diagnostics Psoriasis Joint pain and arthrosis

What to take with you

International passport valid for the whole trip
Medical reports, test results and scans
List of medicines with prescriptions
Cash for the first days of the stay
Travel insurance for unexpected situations

Patient guide

Frequently asked questions

Do Russians need a visa for treatment in Azerbaijan?

No. Citizens of Russia enter without a visa and can stay up to 90 days in a calendar year. You need an international passport, the internal passport is not accepted.

Can I travel to Azerbaijan by car or train?

The land border with Russia has been closed to travellers since 2020, so at present patients travel by air. Your coordinator checks the situation before your trip.

How do I pay in Azerbaijan without Russian cards?

Russian Visa and Mastercard cards do not work, and Mir cards are accepted only in a few places. Bring cash in dollars, euros or roubles, or use a card from a bank in another country. We explain the payment procedure for treatment in advance.

Is treatment in Azerbaijan covered by Russian medical insurance?

Compulsory medical insurance does not cover treatment abroad, and voluntary policies usually do not cover planned treatment in another country. Check the terms of your policy. You receive a written estimate before you travel.

Do doctors in Azerbaijan speak Russian?

Many doctors in Baku and at the Naftalan resorts speak Russian. In addition, your coordinator speaks Russian and an interpreter can accompany you when needed.

Request a treatment plan

A coordinator will contact you in your language.