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Azeri New Manat (AZN) = 100 gopik. Notes are in denominations of AZN100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1. Coins are in denominations of
50, 20, 10, 5, 3 and 1 gopik.
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| Currency exchange |
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US Dollar, Pound Sterling and the Euro are the preferred currencies and can be exchanged at the airport, bureaux de change,
all hotels, some restaurants and major banks. However, many local hotels, exchange bureaux and restaurants will not accept
dollar bills dated before 1992 or those which are torn or in any way disfigured. Travellers are advised to take banknotes
in small denominations and change small amounts of money as required. Rates offered by banks and bureaux de change are unlikely
to vary significantly.
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| Credit & debit cards |
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Some major credit cards are accepted in Baku, at large hotels, restaurants and banks. However, generally, Azerbaijan is a
cash-only economy. Credit cards can be used to purchase tickets at the airport.
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| Traveller's cheques |
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Not generally accepted.
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| Currency restrictions |
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The import and export of local currency is permitted for residents of Azerbaijan provided the amount is declared on the customs
declaration. The import of foreign currency is unlimited although it must be declared on arrival. The export of foreign currency
for non-residents is limited up to the amount declared on arrival. The export of foreign currency for residents is limited
up to US$10,000 or equivalent; amounts in excess of US$1000 or equivalent are subject to 1 per cent tax.
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Jul 06 |
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AZN1.70 |
| $1.00= |
AZN0.92 |
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| Banking hours |
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Mon-Fri 0930-1730.
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uty Free
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The following goods may be imported into Azerbaijan by persons over 16 years of age without incurring customs duty:
1000 cigarettes or 1000g of tobacco products; 1.5l of spirits and 2l of wine; a reasonable quantity of perfume for personal use; goods up to a value of US$10,000.
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On entering the country, tourists must complete a customs declaration form which must be retained until departure. This allows
the import of articles intended for personal use, including currency and valuables which must be registered on the declaration
form.
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| Prohibited imports |
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Weapons and ammunition, narcotics, live animals (subject to special permit), photographs and printed material directed against
Azerbaijan, fruit and vegetables.
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| Prohibited exports |
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Weapons and ammunition, precious metals, works of art and antiques (unless permission has been granted by the Ministry of
Culture) and furs.
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