From May 1, 2025, Azerbaijan is switching to fully digital sick leave documentation. Thanks to the new “e-Bulletin” system, these electronic documents will replace paper-based ones and will now serve as the main reference for assigning employee benefits.
This update is being introduced through joint efforts by the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, and TABIB. Sick leave documents will now be created via the Ministry of Health’s Unified Health Information System, digitally signed by medical institutions, and sent directly to employers and the State Social Protection Fund (SSPF).
With this new approach, employees will be eligible to receive benefits related to temporary incapacity and childbirth — all based on verified electronic documents. The information will be stored in a centralized e-registry, making access simple and efficient. Employers can view the bulletins through the Ministry’s system, while healthcare workers will use the “e-Health” portal or its mobile app.
The main advantage? No more paper forms. The system makes the entire process faster, more transparent, and more reliable for everyone involved.
