What status is obtained, how is it renewed, what longer-term residence/citizenship direction is officially stated, and what happens to the investment when relevant?
The general temporary-residence period is up to one year, extendable up to two years where the ground remains. Separately, the source describes permanent residence after at least two years only for listed grounds and subject to its exclusions; it is not automatic. The official source does not state what happens to the investment.
See recorded sources
Limits of the record- A separate permanent-residence application and conditions apply.
- source 871, captured official text
Foreigners and stateless persons temporarily residing at least 2 years on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan on the grounds set forth in Articles 45.1.1-45.1.7 of the Migration Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan
- source 871, captured official text
Permit for temporary residence on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan is issued for the period mentioned on the application of an applicant, but for the period not exceeding 1 year, except the cases set forth in Article 45.1.2 and 45.1.4-1 (concerning highly skilled migrants) of the Migration Code, and it can be extended each time for the period not exceeding 2 years, if there is a relevant ground.