Embassy of Azerbaijan in Tallinn, Estonia; address Pirita tee 20/2, 12011, Tallinn; phone +3726405050. Head of mission: Mr. Anar Maharramov.
Head of mission: Mr. Anar Maharramov, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Azerbaijan, 1 Jun 2024)
Azerbaijan presents a compelling destination for Estonian travelers, thanks to its unique cultural heritage and diverse landscapes. While tourism numbers have fluctuated recently, the country's significance in the tourism sector is on the rise. With around 600,000 Estonians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Azerbaijan appealing for their travels.
Azerbaijan presents a different safety profile compared to Estonia for tourists. While Estonia ranks 4th in safety among 40 European countries for walking alone at night, there is no specific safety data available for Azerbaijan. According to the Global Peace Index, Azerbaijan is ranked 104th out of 160 countries, significantly lower than Estonia's 24th position. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Estonia is 2.0 per 100,000 people, while Azerbaijan's is slightly lower at 1.9. However, female murder rates are higher in Azerbaijan (1.3) compared to Estonia (0.6). The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Estonia generally has better scores across various crime categories, with indices showing lower levels of organized crime and state crime compared to Azerbaijan. For example, Azerbaijan scores 7.5 for state crime, while Estonia scores only 2.0. Overall, while Azerbaijan is not considered highly dangerous, it does not match Estonia's safety levels, and tourists should exercise caution and stay informed while traveling there.