# Azerbaijan sports and event preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/azerbaijan-sports-and-event-preparations
> Updated: 2026-09-10T15:52:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Azerbaijan is implementing various measures to support its sports infrastructure and international events. In preparation for the 2026 Formula 1 race in Baku, President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree to simplify visa procedures for foreign nationals. Eligible travelers, such as those holding race tickets or official accreditation from Formula One Management Limited or the International Automobile Federation, may obtain visas at international airports.

Broadening its sports focus, the country is also advancing national development in other disciplines. This includes training camps for the national Greco-Roman wrestling team and infrastructure seminars for winter sports conducted in collaboration with the International Ski Federation. As the Baku Grand Prix approaches its 10th anniversary in 2026, the event remains a key driver for tourism and local business.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-10: Azerbaijan advances national sports development and racing preparations

Azerbaijan is boosting its sports sector through wrestling training camps, winter sports development seminars with FIS, and preparations for the 10th anniversary of the Formula 1 Baku Grand Prix.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azerbaijan-advances-national-sports-development-and-racing-preparations

### 2026-08-25: Azerbaijan simplifies visa procedures for 2026 Formula 1

President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree simplifying visa procedures for foreign visitors attending the 2026 Formula 1 race in Baku, Azerbaijan.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azerbaijan-simplifies-visa-procedures-for-2026-formula-1

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