UK, remember your settings and improve government services. We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services. You have accepted additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time. You have rejected additional cookies. This guide also has safety advice for regions of Azerbaijan. There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets.
Stay aware of your surroundings at all times. UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe abroad and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad. Attacks could be indiscriminate and against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreign nationals, such as international hotels, restaurants, and pubs, as well as energy sector facilities.
The political situation in Azerbaijan is generally calm, but demonstrations and opposition rallies can occur. Avoid large gatherings and any demonstrations. They are illegal and there could be a swift response from the authorities. Monitor the media for information about possible demonstrations and be alert to local and regional developments, which may trigger public disturbances.
Tensions in Nagorno-Karabakh have calmed since FCDO continues to advise against all travel to Nagorno-Karabakh due to previous military and political action in the area. See Regional risks. Crime levels in Baku are generally low. Be alert to possible bag-snatching or mugging, particularly if you are carrying large amounts of cash or valuables. The risk is higher after dark in the centre of town.
Avoid displaying large sums of money or expensive-looking valuables and do not walk alone at night. Take extra care to guard against card skimming when paying with a credit card or withdrawing money from ATMs. There are occasionally reports of government officials asking foreign nationals to make undocumented payments. If you think you have been mistreated by a traffic policeman or health professional, report your case to the relevant government department.
