Business law in Azerbaijan

Legal Framework

Independence of Justice

The judiciary in the country does not work independently and is corrupt and inefficient.

Equal Treatment of Nationals and Foreigners

The judiciary does not guarantee an impartial trial to a foreign national.

The Language of Justice

The judicial language of Azerbaijan is Azerbaijani.

Recourse to an Interpreter

It is possible to call for an interpreter.

Sources of the Law and Legal Similarities

The Constitution of 1995 is the main source of the law, with the country's legal system based on a civil law system.
For more information, visit the website of the Law University of New York (section dedicated to the Azerbaijani law).

Checking National Laws Online

Azerbaijan: website containing general information on the Republic of Azerbaijan, juridic section