Travel Warnings & Advice

For the latest travel advice and warnings, contact the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Travel Advice Unit
Consular Directorate
Foreign & Commonwealth Office
Old Admiralty Building
London SW1A 2PA

Telephone: 0845 850 2829
Fax: 020 7008 0155

Web: www.fco.gov.uk

The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office is currently advising against all travel to Nagorno-Karabakh and the military occupied area surrounding it.

There is a threat from terrorism throughout Azerbaijan. Attacks could be indiscriminate and against civilian targets in public places including those frequented by foreigners.

Visitors should avoid any political rallies or public gatherings of a political nature.

Outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Azerbaijan have resulted in a small number of human fatalities. Visitors should avoid poultry farms, live animal markets and other places where they may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds. Travellers should also ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.