Events / Azerbaijan
Driving to Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
Yes. Azerbaijan expects visiting drivers to carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence, and rental desks in Baku will ask for it.
| Dates | 26 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| City | Baku |
| Venue | Baku City Circuit |
| Country | Azerbaijan |
| Permit | Expected |
| Format | 1968 Vienna |
| Drives on the | Right |
| Emergency number | 112 |
Driving in Azerbaijan
- Drive on the right.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
- Seatbelts mandatory.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
Parking around the event
Baku has paid on-street parking zones with metered and app/SMS-based payment, and designated lots; signage indicates time limits and charges. Illegally parked or obstructing vehicles risk fines and towing in the city centre.
Fines and enforcement
An extensive fixed and mobile speed-camera network enforces limits, and rental companies pass camera fines to the renter; typical fines run from around 40 AZN for speeding to higher amounts for phone use or seatbelt violations. Fines are generally not paid in cash to officers but via the official system.
Common questions
Do you need a permit to drive to Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
Yes. Azerbaijan expects visiting drivers to carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence, and rental desks in Baku will ask for it.
When is Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
Azerbaijan Grand Prix takes place 26 September 2026 in Baku, at Baku City Circuit.
Which permit format does Azerbaijan accept?
Azerbaijan recognises the 1968 Vienna format.
How late can you order one?
Express orders are emailed within 5 minutes, so a permit can be arranged the same day you travel.
Event dates come from a third-party listing feed and can change — confirm with the organiser before travelling. Vialy is a translation service, not the event organiser.