Reconsider travel to Azerbaijan due to terrorism, armed conflict, and risk of landmines.
Reconsider travelto Azerbaijan due to terrorism, armed conflict, and risk of landmines. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
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
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