Azerbaijan intends to adjust its regulations concerning the temporary stay of Russian citizens on its territory, responding to recent changes in Russian migration rules. This decision, announced by the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry, reflects a principle of reciprocity in international relations.
Effective January 1st, Russia implemented new regulations limiting the temporary stay of Azerbaijani citizens within its borders to 90 days per calendar year. This new rule marks a change from the previous system, which allowed Azerbaijani citizens to stay in Russia for up to 90 days within any six-month period, effectively allowing for a potential total stay of 180 days per year. This shift in Russian policy has prompted a review of Azerbaijani regulations.
Baku has stated that these new changes are currently under review to ensure equivalent conditions for both Azerbaijani and Russian citizens. This approach, based on the principle of reciprocity, aims to balance the migration regulations governing the movement of citizens between the two countries. This reciprocal approach is a common practice in international relations to maintain balanced agreements.
This decision has the potential to influence passenger flows and economic ties between the two nations. Azerbaijan emphasizes that its goal is to establish fair and reciprocal conditions that align with international practices. The implementation of reciprocal measures is aimed at creating a level playing field for both countries’ citizens.
International experts suggest that such changes typically stem from the dynamics of political and economic relations between countries. The final decisions resulting from this review could have implications for both migration flows and bilateral cooperation between Azerbaijan and Russia. This adjustment of migration rules reflects the ongoing interplay between national policies and international relations.
