OPERATIONAL BRIEF: BAKU
Visa required for most non-CIS nationals. apply for 'ASAN Visa' (e-Visa) online ($20, 3 days processing). Passport must be valid 6 months. Print your e-Visa.
LAST UPDATED: 13/03 12:02 AM
Baku is cheap. Local beer (Xirdalan) is €1.50–€3.00. Alcohol is strictly prohibited inside stadiums.
LAST UPDATED: 19/01 10:08 AM
9°C | PARTIALLY CLOUDY
5°C - 12°C
LAST UPDATED: 18/02 8:01 PM
OPERATIONAL MAP
Stadium access – Baku Olympic Stadium
GETTING TO THE GROUND
For Tofiq Bahramov: Metro 'Ganjlik'. For Olympic Stadium: Metro 'Koroglu'. For Neftçi Arena: Metro 'Halglar Dostlugu'. Taxis (Bolt/Uber) are very cheap.
Warning: Traffic in Baku is gridlocked. Use the Metro for reliability.
Home of Qarabag. Away fans in blocks 26-28 (Southeast corner). Entrance C. Views are poor due to the running track.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Political banners
- Alcohol
- Pyrotechnics
CRITICAL
Police checks are thorough. Do not bring political banners (especially regarding Armenia).
Exit routes & evacuation
Exit via Entrance C towards Ganjlik Mall.
Modern safety standards allow for rapid evacuation. Follow high-intensity LED signage to the nearest podium-level exit.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Heydar Aliyev Int'l (GYD)
Transfer
Airport Express Bus (H1) runs to '28 May' Metro every 30 mins (€0.70). Taxis cost approx €10-€15 to center.
Tip
The airport is stunning. Buy a 'BakiKart' for transport immediately.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
Nizami Street (Torgovaya) is the pedestrian center with everything. The Boulevard (Bulvar) by the Caspian Sea is great for walking.
RECOMMENDED
Nizami Street offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
Fountains Square
The heart of Baku. Endless cafes and bars. Police are present but friendly to tourists.
POLICE PROFILE
STRICT
Police are everywhere. They are helpful to tourists but zero tolerance for disorder or public intoxication. Carry a copy of your passport/visa.