Quick answer: The currency of Azerbaijan is the Azerbaijani manat. Its currency code is AZN, its symbol is ₼, and one manat is divided into 100 qəpik. Manat is used in Baku and throughout Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan Currency at a Glance
- Currency name: Azerbaijani manat
- Currency code: AZN
- Currency symbol: ₼
- Subdivision: 1 manat = 100 qəpik
- Where it is used: Baku and all regions of Azerbaijan
What Currency Is Used in Azerbaijan?
Azerbaijan uses the Azerbaijani manat for everyday payments, including shops, restaurants, taxis, attractions and local transport. Prices may occasionally be shown in another currency on international booking websites, but payments inside the country are normally made in AZN.
The word manat is connected to the Russian word moneta, meaning coin. Azerbaijan reintroduced its national currency after independence in 1992. On 1 January 2006, the manat was redenominated at a rate of 5,000 old manat (AZM) to 1 new manat (AZN).
Check the Central Bank of Azerbaijan for the latest official exchange rates.
How to Convert AZN and Avoid Exchange Fees
Exchange rates can change, so check the official Central Bank of Azerbaijan exchange rates before converting money. The Central Bank publishes official rates on business days; the latest published rate remains in effect on weekends and public holidays.
Bank and exchange-office buy/sell rates may differ slightly from the official rate. Compare the amount you will receive and any commission before completing a transaction.
Where to Exchange Money in Baku
Visitors can obtain Azerbaijani manat at banks, licensed currency exchange offices, ATMs and exchange counters at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Airport exchange is convenient for a small amount on arrival, while banks and licensed exchange offices in the city may offer different rates.
- Use banks or licensed exchange offices and keep the receipt.
- Check both the displayed rate and any service fee.
- Avoid unofficial street exchange.
- Carry your passport because identification may be requested.
Cash, Cards and ATMs in Azerbaijan
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, supermarkets and larger shops in Baku and other major cities. Cash is still useful for small shops, local markets, some taxis and travel in rural areas. Carrying a modest amount of manat and small notes is the most practical approach.
ATMs are common in Baku and major towns, and many accept international cards. Your home bank and the ATM operator may charge fees. If an ATM offers to convert the withdrawal into your home currency, compare that rate with choosing AZN before accepting.
Azerbaijani Manat Notes and Coins
Manat banknotes commonly used are ₼1, ₼5, ₼10, ₼20, ₼50, ₼100 and ₼200. Coins are issued in 1, 3, 5, 10, 20 and 50 qəpik denominations. The AZN symbol is written as ₼.
Can You Pay with US Dollars or Euros in Azerbaijan?
US dollars, euros and pounds are useful currencies to exchange, but they are not the standard payment method in shops and restaurants. Convert them into manat at an authorized provider or withdraw AZN from an ATM. Do not rely on foreign cash for normal purchases.
Practical Money Tips for Azerbaijan Travel
- Tell your bank about your travel dates if it uses overseas-payment controls.
- Keep a second payment card separate from your main wallet.
- Carry small manat notes for cafés, taxis, markets and minor expenses.
- Check whether a restaurant bill already includes a service charge before tipping.
- Use the Central Bank link above for the latest official AZN reference rate.
Continue planning with our Azerbaijan tour packages, Azerbaijan travel requirements and Azerbaijan visa guide.
Azerbaijan Currency FAQ
What is the name of Azerbaijan’s currency?
The official currency is the Azerbaijani manat.
What is the Azerbaijan currency code?
The ISO currency code is AZN.
What does the ₼ symbol mean?
₼ is the symbol of the Azerbaijani manat.
Is Baku’s currency also the manat?
Yes. Baku uses the same national currency as the rest of Azerbaijan: the Azerbaijani manat (AZN).
Should tourists carry cash in Azerbaijan?
Cards are widely accepted in Baku, but tourists should keep some manat for small businesses, markets, taxis and travel outside major cities.
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