Countries / EAEU & Central Asia
Azerbaijan
Tax stamps on excise goods
SystemExcise stamps and mandatory marking (State Tax Service, Cabinet of Ministers rules)
Code on the productExcise stamps; mandatory marks on goods listed by the Cabinet
AggregationDepends on the goods.
Next date
Nothing announced
First stepHold the licence of a manufacturer or importer of excise goods.
Overview
Spirits, beer (except non-alcoholic) and tobacco must carry excise stamps. Cabinet of Ministers rules also set a separate mandatory marking for listed goods, used for tax control of import, production and sale.
If you supply this market
- Hold the licence of a manufacturer or importer of excise goods.
- Order stamps from the authority for each batch: Excise stamps and mandatory marking.
- Apply a stamp to every unit before release and activate it in the system.
- Keep stock and reports in line: unstamped goods can be seized.
What the code looks like
TAX STAMPSN 0001234567
Tax stamp on each unit
- Physical stamp
- Applied to every pack or bottle, usually by the manufacturer or importer
- Serial number + 2D code
- Issued by the tax authority; the manufacturer applies it
- Check
- Inspectors and often consumers scan it to confirm the duty was paid
Frequently asked questions
Is product marking mandatory in Azerbaijan?
Only excise goods carry tax stamps: Excise stamps and mandatory marking. Other consumer goods are not marked.
What code goes on the product?
Excise stamps; mandatory marks on goods listed by the Cabinet.
Is aggregation required?
Depends on the goods.
What changes next?
No announced changes found yet.
Where can I check the rules?
Start with State Tax Service of Azerbaijan. All sources are listed at the end of this page.