BAKU, July 27, 2025 — The number of tourists arriving in Azerbaijan from Middle Eastern countries fell by 32% in June 2025 compared to the same month last year, according to a report from the State Tourism Agency.
A total of 22,600 visitors from the Middle East were registered last month. Saudi Arabia accounted for the highest number, with 10,392 arrivals — a 29% year-on-year decline.
Other figures include:
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Israel: 3,446 tourists (−18%)
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Kuwait: 2,135 (−39%)
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UAE: 1,893 (−49%)
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Oman: 1,356 (−52%)
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Yemen: 1,143 (+10%)
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Jordan: 1,008 (−12%)
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Others from various countries.
Overall, Azerbaijan welcomed 237,509 tourists in June 2025 — an 11% drop compared to June 2024. The top three source countries were:
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Russia: 73,415 visitors (−11%)
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Turkey: 40,326 (+5%)
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Iran: 15,297 (−11%).
