Foreigners and stateless persons temporarily residing for at least 2 years without interruption in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan on legal basis can submit application to obtain permanent residence permit. For this purpose, the person should apply to the ASAN Service centers at least 3 months before the expiry of the temporary residence period. While processing applications of foreigners (children under the age of 18, foreigners or stateless persons who are over the age of 65 or disabled persons of group I), their knowledge on the rights and obligations set forth by the laws of the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as official language skills are tested by a relevant commission.
Permanent residence permit is issued for the period of 5 years and can be extended each time for the period of 5 years. The number of extensions is not limited.