New York, September 25, 2025
Azerbaijan and the Maldives have agreed to waive visa requirements for citizens holding ordinary passports, marking a new step in bilateral relations and tourism expansion.
The agreement was signed during a meeting between Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Haleel on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York, according to Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Both ministers highlighted the rapid growth in ties following the launch of direct flights between Baku and Malé last year, which opened new tourism opportunities and strengthened people-to-people connections.
The newly signed “Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption for Holders of Ordinary Passports” will allow citizens of both countries to travel without visas, further encouraging tourism, business, and cultural exchange.
Officials also discussed expanding cooperation at the political level and holding regular consultations to deepen bilateral engagement.
