Azerbaijan Customs Procedures 2025: Complete Guide for Importers
Azerbaijan Customs Procedures 2025: Complete Guide for Importers
Overview of Azerbaijan Customs System
The State Customs Committee (SCC) of Azerbaijan oversees all customs control for goods entering the country. In 2025, Azerbaijan's customs procedures have been further digitised and streamlined.
Required Import Documents
Importers bringing cargo to Azerbaijan need the following documents:
Mandatory documents:
- Commercial Invoice
- Shipping document (Bill of Lading / CMR / Air Waybill)
- Packing List
- Certificate of Origin
- Customs Declaration (GTD)
Additional documents (where applicable):
- Phytosanitary certificate (food products)
- Hygiene certificate (cosmetics, food)
- Technical compliance certificate
- License documents (for licensed goods)
Customs Duties
Azerbaijan customs duties are determined by HS (Harmonized System) codes. Key categories:
| Product Category | Average Duty Rate |
|---|---|
| Food products | 5–15% |
| Machinery & equipment | 0–5% |
| Electronics | 5–10% |
| Textiles | 10–15% |
| Automotive parts | 5–10% |
| Chemical products | 5–10% |
VAT: Standard 18% (reduced rates apply to some categories)
Step-by-Step Customs Process
- Document preparation — All import documents prepared
- Pre-arrival declaration — Electronic declaration before cargo arrives
- Cargo arrival at Baku port/warehouse
- Customs inspection — Document check + physical inspection (selective)
- Duty payment — Payment of calculated duties and VAT
- Cargo release — Release with customs stamp
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- ✓Duty calculation
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- ✓Timely cargo release
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