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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Azerbaijan.
Each exchange of currency must be declared (see official declaration form).
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Travelers are advised to bring cash in US dollar (in small amounts).
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 3 h
Capital
Baku (Baki)
National language
Official language
Azerbaijani
Language capabilities
Russian, armenian, english and german
Voltage
220/127 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Opening hours
Banks
10.00 - 16.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 19.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid after end of stay with visa.
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
International driver's licence required for car rentals.
CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
8 (wait for dialing tone) 10 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Baku, Icheri sheher (Old City), Böyük Qala Street, 9
Tel.: + 99 412 437 38 50
Other information
This country is in an active earthquake zone.
Security
Travel to the region Nagorno Karabach, to the border areas with Armenia, Iran and the Russian Federation not advised.
Si consiglia di rispettare le abituali misure precauzionali contro la microcriminalità.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Special legal regulations
Photographing military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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