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Baku City Circuit has issued a reminder with regards to VISA procedures for Formula 1’s permanent media pack, FOM/FIA/Team representatives and all international fans traveling to Azerbaijan for the 2016 Formula 1 Grand Prix of Europe taking place the weekend of June 17-19.

In addition, Baku City Circuit announced an update on how international race-to-race media can apply for their VISA ahead of the first ever F1 race weekend in Azerbaijan.

Furthermore, information on how to secure smooth passage for all electronic equipment through Azerbaijani customs is included in the announcement.

F1 Permanent Media, FOM/FIA/Teams representatives and International Fans: VISA Upon Arrival:

The VISA process has been greatly simplified by the Azerbaijani government for all permanent F1 media throughout the duration of the race. All permanent F1 media and FOM/FIA/Teams representatives will now be able to have their VISA application processed at one of several VISA desks at Baku’s Heydar Aliyev International Airport upon arrival as long as they have a passport and a permanent accreditation for the Grand Prix.

This simplified process will also apply to all traveling F1 fans who will need to display their passport and either a ticket or proof of purchase for a ticket for the race in at the Baku airport VISA desk to gain entry to Azerbaijan. The dedicated BCC Airport VISA helpdesks will open as of June 1.

A once-off payment of €35 will be charged for each VISA upon arrival at the airport.

International Race-to-Race Media - VISA Application Process

For all international race-to-race media wishing to visit Baku and cover the race this June, a simple and easy-to-follow VISA application process has been set up by Baku City Circuit. While race-to-race media may not receive accreditation confirmation for the race weekend until closer to the time, Baku City Circuit stressed the need for all applicants to ensure they begin the process of applying for their VISA into Azerbaijan well in advance.

In order to apply for a VISA, BCC is asking all race-to-race media to send the following information to [email protected] no later than May 30: Filled in VISA application form (available via FIA/FOM and/or [email protected]); Clear, color, scanned passport copy (both pages); Clear, colour, passport sized (3x4) digital ID photo and Flight & hotel booking information (required before applying for VISA).

A once off payment of $70 will be charged for each successful VISA application.

For anyone wishing to apply for a VISA after the May 30 deadline, a special last minute VISA service is available for an additional fee. The turnaround for this application process will be three working days from the submission of a completed application.

Media Equipment/Customs Control:

For all media, in particular photographers and broadcasters, wishing to bring their own electronic/filming equipment into Azerbaijan, pre-approved permission for each individual item will be required to get them through customs upon arrival.

As such, Baku City Circuit asks all media to send their list of equipment (inclusive of serial numbers) in an excel sheet for approval to [email protected] no later than May 30th 2016.

Media Hotels:

Baku City Circuit are still offering special rates on two remaining hotel options for F1 media during the Grand Prix. Please note these rooms are being offered on a first come, first served basis. To enquire about availability and book a room at either of these hotels, please email [email protected]

For anyone who has yet to book their flights, BCC is able facilitate the flight booking via its local travel partner. Please contact [email protected] for further information. Furthermore, Baku City Circuit also asks that media include flight details in all hotel bookings so that shuttle transfers can be arranged according to arrivals.

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