General Provisions on the Evaluation of a Person as a Highly Qualified Migrant
This procedure regulates the reception, assessment, and documentation process for foreigners and stateless persons applying under the Highly Qualified Migrant Program, established by Presidential Decree No. 156, dated June 6, 2024. Applications are submitted via the “Highly Qualified Migrant” portal, operating on a “single window” principle. Evaluation is conducted through the State Migration Service’s information system based on the applicant’s knowledge and skills relevant to their declared field of expertise, in line with Azerbaijan’s socioeconomic development priorities.
Application and Evaluation Procedure
Foreigners must fill out the application form electronically in Azerbaijani, Turkish, English, or Russian and upload supporting documents such as a passport and proof of qualifications. Applications are reviewed within 20 business days, with possible 10-day extensions for additional investigation. Relevant state bodies assign scores based on predefined criteria. If the applicant scores 70 or higher and no objections are raised by the authorities, they will be recognized as a highly qualified migrant, the result is formalized in an official electronic document.
Criteria for Evaluating a Person as a Highly Qualified Migrant
The table below shows the criteria and scoring system used to evaluate whether an applicant qualifies as a highly qualified migrant. Each criterion is assessed by a relevant government body, and the total score determines the applicant’s eligibility.
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Criteria
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Maximum Points
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Evaluating Authority
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Key Considerations
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1. Work experience in the relevant field
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0 – 35
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Relevant state authority in charge of policy and regulation in that field
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Duration and relevance of work experience in the past 15 years, job position, field achievements, professional contribution
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2. Alignment with national socio-economic goals
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0 – 20
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Ministry of Economy
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How well the applicant’s skills and profession align with Azerbaijan’s priority development directions
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3. Education
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0 – 15
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Ministry of Science and Education
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University ranking, type and level of education, academic title or degree, accreditation of the institution
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4. Financial stability
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0 – 15
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State Migration Service
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Proof of income from employment or self-employment in the past 2 years or available funds in a bank account
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5. Positive impact on the domestic labor market
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0 – 10
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Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population
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Applicant’s qualifications and how they can contribute to the development of the local labor market
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6. Foreign language skills
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0 – 5
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Ministry of Science and Education (with possible verification by Migration Service)
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Valid international language certificate (at least B2 level) or having studied in Azerbaijani, Turkish, English, or Russian at a recognized institution
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Approved by Decision No. 99 of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan, dated April 3, 2025.
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