Business trip expense calculation
Calculation of business trip allowances and expenses in compliance with legislation
Last updated: 30.07.2026
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Business trip expenses consist of daily allowances and transportation and accommodation costs. In Azerbaijan, daily allowances for domestic business trips for civil servants are set by Cabinet of Ministers decree. For the private sector, the rate can be determined by the company's internal policies. Documented transportation and accommodation expenses are exempt from income tax. Daily allowances are tax-exempt up to a certain limit.
- –Labour Code — Article 176 (business trip guarantees)
- –Cabinet of Ministers Decision No. 8 — daily allowance rates
- –Tax Code — Article 102.1.8 (tax on business trip expenses)
- –Law on Civil Service — business trip conditions
Last updated: January 2026
Are business trip expenses taxed?
Documented transportation and accommodation expenses are tax-exempt. Daily allowances are tax-exempt up to a limit — up to 30 AZN per day for domestic trips. Income tax is applied on amounts exceeding this limit.
What is the maximum duration of a business trip?
Legislation does not set a maximum duration for business trips. However, long-term trips must be properly documented by the employer.
Is salary maintained during a business trip?
Yes. Average salary is maintained during a business trip. The employee cannot receive less than their regular salary for days spent on a business trip.
What are the daily allowances for foreign business trips?
Daily allowances for foreign trips vary by country and are set by Cabinet of Ministers decree. They are generally denominated in US dollars.
What documents are needed to confirm business trip expenses?
Tickets, hotel invoices, taxi receipts etc. are required. Undocumented expenses are only reimbursed within the daily allowance limit.
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