AZE.US Starting March 26, moped riders in Azerbaijan will be required to carry a valid A1 category driver’s license, along with a vehicle registration certificate and a state license plate. The announcement was made by the Main Department of the State Traffic Police (DYP) under the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Authorities urged those planning to … Read more
AZE.US A recent clarification by the Supreme Court of Azerbaijan is reshaping the legal landscape of aesthetic and cosmetic procedures in Azerbaijan, drawing a sharper line between traditional medical care and result-oriented cosmetic services. The Court’s plenary decision strengthens patient protections while placing clearer contractual and legal responsibilities on clinics and practitioners – particularly in … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan’s pension system operates under a defined contribution model, where eligibility for retirement benefits depends either on accumulated pension capital or a minimum insurance record. Under current legislation, individuals reaching retirement age qualify for a labor pension if their personal pension account contains an amount equal to at least 144 times the minimum pension. … Read more
AZE.US As Ramadan begins, restaurants across Azerbaijan have launched special “iftar menus,” offering evening meal packages for those breaking their fast. While such offerings have become common in recent years, pricing and commercialization have sparked renewed public debate. In several cities, menu prices for iftar packages range from 30 to 80 manats per person – … Read more
AZE.US Demand for private kindergartens is no longer limited to Baku. In recent years, several regional cities across Azerbaijan have seen a gradual increase in private preschool facilities, largely driven by limited capacity in state-run institutions. While prices remain below capital-level rates, affordability remains a key concern for families outside Baku. Price Range: 150-250 Manats … Read more
AZE.US A proposal under discussion in Azerbaijan’s parliament could extend military service deferments to students enrolled in part-time (distance) university programs. Currently, under the law “On Military Duty and Military Service,” deferments are granted primarily to full-time students. Those studying through part-time or correspondence programs are not eligible for the same protection and may be … Read more
AZE.US Social media platforms in Azerbaijan have recently seen a surge in advertisements inviting women to become surrogate mothers abroad. The offers promise to “handle everything,” with advance payments and total compensation reportedly reaching $23,000. In one recorded phone conversation, a woman participating in such a program claimed that most of the money is paid … Read more
AZE.US President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has signed an executive order aimed at strengthening the protection of children from harmful content and negative influences in the digital environment, including the introduction of age restrictions for social media registration. Under the decree, the Cabinet of Ministers has been instructed to prepare draft normative legal acts within … Read more
AZE.US Honored Journalist of Azerbaijan Azer Hasrat said during a live broadcast on Media Turk TV that “üzdəniraqlar” – a derogatory colloquial term referring to homosexuals – should not be allowed to appear on television. “Among these presenters, forgive me, but there are quite a few homosexuals. Üzdəniraqs must not be allowed on air. Television … Read more
AZE.US In Azerbaijan, protection orders are issued as a legal safeguard for individuals facing domestic violence. The measure is designed to restrict the actions of an alleged abuser and ensure the safety of the victim. According to official data, 322 protection orders were issued last year in connection with domestic violence cases. Of those, 280 … Read more