{"id":42140,"date":"2025-11-24T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=42140"},"modified":"2025-11-24T12:26:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T15:26:18","slug":"como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/","title":{"rendered":"How to cross borders in the Caucasus countries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling through the Caucasus is a fascinating experience: epic mountains, ancient cultures, completely different languages, and a mix of Persian, Soviet, European, and Asian influences that you won't find anywhere else in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, unlike other regions, moving between its countries, Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, can raise doubts, since each border has very particular rules, restrictions and dynamics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This article summarizes <strong>everything you need to know to cross the borders of the Caucasus by land<\/strong>, country by country. Which border crossings are open? Which crossings are closed for political reasons? Where is the best place to exchange money? How easy is it to find transportation on the other side? You'll find all of this summarized here in a practical and up-to-date format, written from the perspective of the independent traveler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea is that, with this guide, you can plan your routes without stress, whether you're backpacking, looping through the three countries, or simply want to optimize your time and understand which border crossing combination best suits your itinerary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your trip through the Caucasus is about to begin, this guide will simplify your journey. If you're already on your way, it will save you time, money, and a lot of headaches. Here's everything you need to know to cross from one country to another without any problems.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/caucaso-800x640.webp\" alt=\"Como cruzar las fronteras de los pa\u00edses del Caucaso\" class=\"wp-image-42178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/caucaso-800x640.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/caucaso-500x400.webp 500w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/caucaso.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to cross the borders of the Caucasus countries<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f5b28c6f524\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f5b28c6f524\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Azerbaiyan\" >Azerbaijan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_entrar_a_Azerbaiyan\" >How to enter Azerbaijan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Georgia\" >How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Georgia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Iran\" >How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Iran<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Rusia\" >How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Russia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Armenia\" >How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Armenia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Consejos_practicos_antes_y_durante_el_cruce\" >Practical tips before and during the crossing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Georgia\" >Georgia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Azerbaiyan\" >How to cross the border from Georgia into Azerbaijan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Armenia\" >How to cross the border from Georgia into Armenia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Desde_donde_salen_las_marshrutkas_en_Tbilisi\" >Where do marshrutkas depart from in Tbilisi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#El_cruce_de_la_frontera\" >Crossing the border<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Duracion_del_viaje\" >Trip duration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Donde_te_deja_la_marshrutka_en_Erevan\" >Where does the marshrutka drop you off in Yerevan?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Turquia\" >How to cross the border from Georgia into T\u00fcrkiye<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Otras_rutas_menos_usadas\" >Other less used routes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#A_tener_en_cuenta\" >Things to keep in mind<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Rusia\" >How to cross the border from Georgia into Russia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#La_forma_mas_comun_buses_directos_desde_Tbilisi\" >The most common way: direct buses from Tbilisi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_es_el_cruce_fronterizo\" >What is the border crossing like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Que_tener_en_cuenta\" >What to keep in mind<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Armenia\" >Armenia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Georgia\" >How to cross the border from Armenia into Georgia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#1_Marshrutka_desde_Erevan_a_Tbilisi_la_opcion_mas_usada\" >1. Marshrutka from Yerevan to Tbilisi (the most used option)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#2_Bus_grande_o_minibus_Erevan_%E2%80%93_Tbilisi\" >2. Big bus or minibus Yerevan \u2013 Tbilisi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#3_Taxi_compartido\" >3. Shared taxi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#4_Tren_Erevan_%E2%80%93_Tbilisi\" >4. Yerevan \u2013 Tbilisi Train<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_es_el_cruce_fronterizo_entre_Armenia_y_Georgia\" >What is the border crossing between Armenia and Georgia like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Consejos_practicos\" >Practical advice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Iran\" >How to cross the border from Armenia into Iran<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Punto_de_cruce_frontera_de_Meghri_%E2%80%93_Norduz\" >Crossing point: Meghri \u2013 Norduz border<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Desde_Erevan_a_Meghri\" >From Yerevan to Meghri<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#En_la_frontera\" >On the border<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Turquia\" >How to cross the border from Armenia into T\u00fcrkiye<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Azerbaiyan\" >How to cross the border from Armenia to Azerbaijan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-cruzar-las-fronteras-en-los-paises-del-caucaso\/#Comentarios_finales_y_actualizaciones\" >Final comments and updates<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azerbaiyan\"><\/span>Azerbaijan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For many travelers, Azerbaijan is the gateway to, or exit from, the Caucasus. It's a country with a modern, energetic capital and a distinct blend of Muslim tradition, Soviet legacy, and an economic boom fueled by oil and gas. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_baku20.jpg\" alt=\"Mezcla entre modernidad y lo tradicional - Baku\" class=\"wp-image-41961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_baku20.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_baku20-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_baku20-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A blend of modernity and tradition \u2013 Baku<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>But in terms of borders, Azerbaijan operates very differently from Georgia or Armenia, and it's important to know this before planning any land route through the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Here I'll tell you <strong>how to enter and leave the country<\/strong>, without surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_entrar_a_Azerbaiyan\"><\/span>How to enter Azerbaijan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Entering Azerbaijan is not as simple as crossing from a neighboring country by bus. Currently, <strong>all land borders remain closed to tourists<\/strong>, including crossings with Georgia, Russia, Iran and Armenia. This means that <strong>you won't be able to get there by land<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Currently, <strong>the only way to enter is by plane<\/strong>, with Baku being the main point of arrival. To do this, you need to <strong>previously process the <a href=\"https:\/\/evisa.gov.az\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">e-visa<\/a><\/strong>, which is usually approved in a few days and can be easily requested online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In the future, land crossings with Georgia, historically the most common entry point for backpackers, are likely to reopen. There was also the possibility of arriving by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/aktau-kazajistan-que-ver-donde-alojarse-y-consejos-de-viaje\/\" target=\"_self\">boat from Aktau, Kazakhstan<\/a><\/strong>, crossing the Caspian Sea to the port of Alat, but this service is not yet a clear or stable alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-por-azerbaiyan\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_baku00-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Ciudad de Baku - Azerbaiy\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-39543 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_baku00-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_baku00-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_baku00-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_baku00.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-por-azerbaiyan\/\">Guide to traveling in Azerbaijan<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Georgia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Georgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Leaving Azerbaijan for Georgia is the most common and practical route for most travelers. Although the border is closed to entry into Azerbaijan, <strong>it is open to exit<\/strong>, and crossing into Lagodekhi is quick and easy. It is the pass that most backpackers use to <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-sighnaghi-georgia-murallas-vinedos-y-vistas\/\" target=\"_self\">continue their journey towards Sighnaghi<\/a>, Tbilisi or Telavi.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"542\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_zaqatala08-542x800.jpg\" alt=\"Cruzando la frontera entre Azerbaiy\u00e1n y Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-42168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_zaqatala08-542x800.jpg 542w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_zaqatala08-271x400.jpg 271w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_zaqatala08.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crossing the border between Azerbaijan and Georgia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the post I wrote about Zaqatala, the last Azerbaijani city before crossing into Georgia, you will be able to find out all the details to be able to cross this border without complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-en-zaqatala-y-como-cruzar-la-frontera-hacia-georgia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_azerbaiyan02.jpg\" alt=\"Centro de la ciudad de Zaqatala - Azerbaiy\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-41959 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_azerbaiyan02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_azerbaiyan02-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blog_azerbaiyan02-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-en-zaqatala-y-como-cruzar-la-frontera-hacia-georgia\/\">What to see in Zaqatala and how to cross the border into Georgia<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Iran\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Iran<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are operational steps to cross into Iran (for example, Astara), and it is usually possible, but it requires an Iranian visa and checking conditions before traveling, as the situation can vary depending on political tensions or unilateral decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Rusia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Russia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The land border between Azerbaijan and Russia cannot be crossed because it has been closed since 2020, mainly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the authorities have extended this measure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To travel between the two countries, the only option is to fly or, in the case of vehicles, transport them by ferry across the Caspian Sea and then fly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Azerbaiyan_hacia_Armenia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Azerbaijan into Armenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The border between Azerbaijan and Armenia is <strong>completely closed<\/strong> for political reasons. There are no open land crossings and this is not expected to change in the near future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejos_practicos_antes_y_durante_el_cruce\"><\/span>Practical tips before and during the crossing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Check official sources:<\/strong> confirm the status of the border crossing on the Azerbaijani website, your country's embassy, \u200b\u200band the authorities of your destination country. Rules can change with little notice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Visas and permits:<\/strong> If you plan to cross into <strong>Iran<\/strong>, you need the appropriate visas and, if you are traveling by vehicle, international permits\/insurance. Don't try to improvise without the proper documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Money:<\/strong> Along the border with Georgia, there are usually <strong>no exchange bureaus or ATMs<\/strong> at the border crossing itself. Exchange some currency or bring a card and plan to withdraw lari\/ruffles in the first town on the other side (Lagodekhi, Tsnori, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Transportation after crossing the border with Georgia:<\/strong> Taxis are generally available on the Georgian side; from Lagodekhi you can take marshrutkas (minibuses) to Tsnori and then buses to destinations such as Sighnaghi\/Tbilisi. Arrange fares before boarding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>SIM card:<\/strong> The Azeri operator's SIM stops working when crossing. Buy a local SIM in Tsnori, such as Geocell or Magticom).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Passport stamps \/ Nagorno-Karabakh:<\/strong> Avoid stamps or visas in your passport indicating visits to territories not recognized by Azerbaijan (Nagorno-Karabakh), as they may cause you problems when entering\/leaving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Georgia\"><\/span>Georgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Georgia is one of the most popular destinations in the Caucasus for travelers. Its natural beauty, ancient history, and excellent connectivity make it an ideal hub for exploring the region. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ruta_kazbegi16-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Fortaleza Ananuri en la carretera militar georgiana rumbo a Kazbegi\" class=\"wp-image-39639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ruta_kazbegi16-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ruta_kazbegi16-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ruta_kazbegi16-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_ruta_kazbegi16.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ananuri Fortress on the Georgian Military Highway towards Kazbegi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>From its rolling green hills to its ancient churches and vineyards, Georgia is both a destination and a strategic transit point between Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Russia. But as with the rest of the Caucasus, crossing its borders has its nuances: some crossings are open, others have restrictions, and some routes are best planned to maximize time and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-por-georgia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_sighnaghi00-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Bandera de Georgia en Sighnaghi\" class=\"wp-image-39518 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_sighnaghi00-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_sighnaghi00-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_sighnaghi00-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_sighnaghi00.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-por-georgia\/\">You might be interested in reading the guide I wrote for traveling through Georgia.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Azerbaiyan\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Georgia into Azerbaijan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, it is not possible to travel from Georgia to Azerbaijan by land. You must take a flight, landing at Baku airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Armenia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Georgia into Armenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Traveling overland between <strong>Tbilisi (Georgia)<\/strong> and <strong>Yerevan (Armenia)<\/strong> is one of the easiest and most popular routes in the Caucasus. The route is open, safe, and operates daily with multiple departures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most common option is to do it by <strong>marshrutka<\/strong>, although you can also use a <a href=\"https:\/\/t-armenia.com\/en\/app\/timetable\/all\/all\/701-Tbilisi-Central-Railway-Station\/1-Yerevan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">night train<\/a> or hire shared taxis.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi20.jpg\" alt=\"Vista panor\u00e1mica de Tbilisi - Capital de Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-39531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi20.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi20-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi20-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Panoramic view of Tbilisi \u2013 Capital of Georgia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desde_donde_salen_las_marshrutkas_en_Tbilisi\"><\/span>Where do marshrutkas depart from in Tbilisi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The most frequent departures to Yerevan are from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Z4aYS5qmVU2sxaz79\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ortachala Station<\/a><\/strong>, the classic one for international routes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9sM7x9JKHSas2kMZ9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Avlabari (Kars Square)<\/a><\/strong>, more central, convenient and usually has a higher actual frequency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Both stations have marshrutkas that depart between <strong>8:00 and 18:00<\/strong>, depending on the day and demand. Reservations are not required; you pay on-site and they leave when full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/tbilisi-que-hacer-en-la-capital-de-georgia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi08-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Monumental la Catedral de la Sant\u00edsima Trinidad de Tbilisi\" class=\"wp-image-39645 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi08-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi08-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi08-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_tbilisi08.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/tbilisi-que-hacer-en-la-capital-de-georgia\/\">Tbilisi, what to do in the capital of Georgia<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There's also a shared taxi service, Taxi Fayton, which is popular with locals and a bit cheaper. They leave from the area near the Palace of Justice in Tbilisi and leave you <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/8nobzH1eTCWNrEFg8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">near DoubleTree by Hilton Yerevan City Centre<\/a>. To book, you need to contact them beforehand via WhatsApp.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"365\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/taxi_tbilisi_yerevan.jpg\" alt=\"Taxi Tbilisi - Erev\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-40545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/taxi_tbilisi_yerevan.jpg 365w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/taxi_tbilisi_yerevan-341x400.jpg 341w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 365px) 100vw, 365px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Taxi Tbilisi \u2013 Yerevan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"El_cruce_de_la_frontera\"><\/span>Crossing the border<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The crossing is <strong>simple and direct<\/strong>, without having to unload heavy luggage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">You get out of the vehicle on the <strong>Georgian<\/strong> side to seal the exit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You go back up and they advance a few meters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">You get off again on the <strong>Armenian<\/strong> side for passport control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you need a visa (most people don't anymore), it can be arranged right there.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The process usually takes <strong>between 20 and 40 minutes<\/strong>, except on days with heavy traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are no currency exchange offices at the border crossing, so it's advisable to bring some drams or exchange them in Tbilisi before leaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Duracion_del_viaje\"><\/span>Trip duration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The entire journey takes <strong>between 5 and 6 hours<\/strong>, depending on traffic in Tbilisi, queues at the border, and the number of stops along the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_te_deja_la_marshrutka_en_Erevan\"><\/span>Where does the marshrutka drop you off in Yerevan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most marshrutkas arrive at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qB67Yzkh8iZRMF9Z8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kilikia Bus Station<\/a>, the main international bus terminal in Yerevan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">From there, you can take a cheap taxi (Yandex\/gg) to the center in <strong>10\u201315 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Turquia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Georgia into T\u00fcrkiye<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most used and practical route to cross from Georgia to Turkey (or vice versa) is the one that connects <strong>Batumi<\/strong> with the Turkish city of <strong>Hopa<\/strong> through the <strong>Sarpi<\/strong> border crossing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-en-batumi-la-perla-del-mar-negro-de-georgia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Paseo en la costa del Mar Negro, en la ciudad de Batumi - Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-39652 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-ver-en-batumi-la-perla-del-mar-negro-de-georgia\/\">What to see in Batumi, Georgia's Black Sea pearl<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The vast majority of travelers cross through <strong>Sarpi<\/strong>, either by public transport or taxi. Batumi is only <strong>20 minutes<\/strong> from the border, so it's a quick and very easy trip to arrange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">From the center of <strong>Batumi<\/strong>, you take a <strong>city bus<\/strong> or <strong>marshrutka<\/strong> that indicates <em>Sarpi<\/em>. They run very frequently and the journey costs very little.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You get off at the Georgian border post and complete the exit formalities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You walk a few meters to the Turkish side, where you go through passport control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">On the Turkish side, just 200\u2013300 meters away, you'll find direct minibuses to <strong>Hopa, Arhavi, Trabzon<\/strong> and other cities in the region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The entire process usually takes between <strong>30 minutes and 1 hour<\/strong>, depending on the number of people.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Paseo en la costa del Mar Negro, en la ciudad de Batumi - Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-39652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_batumi14.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walk along the Black Sea coast in Batumi, Georgia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Otras_rutas_menos_usadas\"><\/span>Other less used routes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Sarpi is by far the most convenient, there are other crosses as well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Vale \u2192 Posof<\/strong> (near Akhaltsikhe): a more mountainous and less crowded route, useful if you are exploring southern Georgia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>T\u00fcrkg\u00f6z\u00fc \u2192 Akhalkalaki<\/strong>: less accessible, but operational and with good routes on the Turkish side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These options may be slower and require coordinating transportation in advance, as marshrutkas are not as frequent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_tener_en_cuenta\"><\/span>Things to keep in mind<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">T\u00fcrkiye and Georgia allow <strong>land crossing without problems<\/strong> for most nationalities, but check if you need a visa according to your passport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">On the Turkish side, both taxis and minibuses are readily available to continue your journey to the Black Sea coast or to connect with larger destinations such as <strong>Rize or Trabzon<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">There are usually no exchange bureaus on the border line, so it's best to bring some <strong>Turkish lira<\/strong> or withdraw cash from the first ATM on the Turkish side (there's one as soon as you cross).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-turquia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_estambul02-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Santa Sofia en Estambul - Turqu\u00eda\" class=\"wp-image-39542 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_estambul02-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_estambul02-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_estambul02-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_estambul02.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-turquia\/\">Guide to traveling in T\u00fcrkiye<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Georgia_hacia_Rusia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Georgia into Russia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The border with Russia is complex, as Georgia has three crossing points, but <strong>not all are under the control of the Georgian government<\/strong>, and some correspond to separatist territories such as South Ossetia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>only official and recognized crossing<\/strong> between Georgia and Russia is <strong><strong>Zemo Larsi (Kazbegi \/ Stepantsminda)<\/strong><\/strong> \/ <strong>Verkhny Lars<\/strong>, on the famous Georgian Military Highway.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_ruta_kazbegi01.jpg\" alt=\"Monumento de la Amistad Ruso-Georgiana en Gudauri\" class=\"wp-image-40040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_ruta_kazbegi01.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_ruta_kazbegi01-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_ruta_kazbegi01-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Russian-Georgian Friendship Monument in Gudauri<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_forma_mas_comun_buses_directos_desde_Tbilisi\"><\/span>The most common way: direct buses from Tbilisi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can't cross on foot. <strong>The most common and easiest way is to take a direct bus from Tbilisi to Russia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The buses leave from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Z4aYS5qmVU2sxaz79\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ortachala<\/a><\/strong> or from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HtgGuwhfzGigkYQQ7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Didube<\/a><\/strong>, according to the company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">They usually have destinations <strong>Vladikavkaz<\/strong> or even <strong>cities further north<\/strong>, depending on the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The entire journey takes around <strong>6\u20138 hours<\/strong>, depending on traffic at the border.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avtovokzaly.ru\/avtobus\/tbilisi-moskva\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">services that take you directly to Moscow<\/a>, but be prepared for a journey of approximately 30 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The advantage of this system is that <strong>you don't need to make transfers<\/strong> and the bus itself waits while all passengers complete the immigration process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_es_el_cruce_fronterizo\"><\/span>What is the border crossing like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">On the <strong>Georgian side<\/strong>, the process is usually quick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Then you go through an intermediate zone until you reach the <strong>Russian<\/strong> checkpoint, which is stricter and where you lose more time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During peak season or on snowy days, you may encounter lines of trucks that slow down progress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On average, the crossing takes between <strong>1 and 4 hours<\/strong>, but it can take longer on busy days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_tener_en_cuenta\"><\/span>What to keep in mind<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Russian visa:<\/strong> Most foreigners need one, and it must be approved before you go to the border crossing. Without a visa, you won't be allowed to cross, even if you're only in transit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Weather conditions:<\/strong> the pass may <strong>close temporarily<\/strong> due to snow, avalanches or landslides, especially in winter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Irregular hours:<\/strong> Although officially open 24\/7, waiting times can vary greatly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Limited amenities:<\/strong> There are no currency exchange offices or services on the Georgian side right at the border, so it's best to bring water, some food, and local currency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Armenia\"><\/span>Armenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Armenia is one of the most interesting countries in the Caucasus: ancient monasteries, intense history, mountains in every direction, and a calm vibe that contrasts with its neighbors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For those traveling by land, it's an easy country to navigate and fairly straightforward in terms of its borders\u2026 although there are two major border closures that affect any itinerary. The only countries that share open borders are <strong>Georgia<\/strong> and <strong>Iran<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Here I explain <strong>how to enter, how to exit and what to keep in mind<\/strong> to get around without complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-armenia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_yerevan00-800x415.webp\" alt=\"Monasterio de Khor Virap - Armenia\" class=\"wp-image-39541 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_yerevan00-800x415.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_yerevan00-600x311.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_yerevan00.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-armenia\/\">Guide to traveling through Armenia<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Georgia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Armenia into Georgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The two capitals,  <strong>Yerevan and Tbilisi <\/strong>, are very well connected, and the border crossing is generally quick, safe, and straightforward. No visa is required between the two countries, so travel is quite smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan16.jpg\" alt=\"Complejo de las Cascadas - Erev\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-40374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan16.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan16-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan16-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cascades Complex \u2013 Yerevan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Marshrutka_desde_Erevan_a_Tbilisi_la_opcion_mas_usada\"><\/span>1. Marshrutka from Yerevan to Tbilisi (the most used option)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The vast majority of travelers choose the marshrutka because it is economical, frequent, and direct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where do they come from?<\/strong> Mainly from the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qB67Yzkh8iZRMF9Z8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kilikia station<\/a><\/strong> in Yerevan. Some minibuses also depart from Avlabari (but less frequently).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Journey duration:<\/strong> Between <strong>5 and 6 hours<\/strong>, depending on border traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Crossing process:<\/strong> Everyone gets out of the vehicle on the Armenian side, completes the formalities, walks a few meters, and gets back in after the Georgian checkpoint. It's quick and orderly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where does it drop you off in Tbilisi?<\/strong> Usually at the <strong>Avlabari<\/strong> or <strong>Ortachala<\/strong> station, although it varies depending on the company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/erevan-que-ver-y-hacer-en-la-capital-de-armenia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan15-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Vista del Monte Ararat desde Erev\u00e1n - Armenia\" class=\"wp-image-40376 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan15-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan15-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan15-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan15.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/erevan-que-ver-y-hacer-en-la-capital-de-armenia\/\">Yerevan: What to see and do in Armenia's capital<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Bus_grande_o_minibus_Erevan_%E2%80%93_Tbilisi\"><\/span>2. Big bus or minibus Yerevan \u2013 Tbilisi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>More convenient than the marshrutka, although less frequent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It usually comes from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qB67Yzkh8iZRMF9Z8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kilikia<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The travel time is similar (5\u20136 hours).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have more space and the pace is less frantic than the marshrutka.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Taxi_compartido\"><\/span>3. Shared taxi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The fastest and most flexible option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It also departs from <strong>Kilikia<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The car is assembled when enough people gather.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ideal if you're in a hurry or if you want to stop at some point along the way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The journey lasts between <strong>4 and 5 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The same option I mentioned in the Georgia section also applies: Taxi Fayton, which is an economical and popular alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Tren_Erevan_%E2%80%93_Tbilisi\"><\/span>4. Yerevan \u2013 Tbilisi Train<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It exists, but <strong>it doesn't work all year round<\/strong> and it's usually slow. It's only worthwhile if you're looking to save on a hotel room or if you enjoy the train experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_es_el_cruce_fronterizo_entre_Armenia_y_Georgia\"><\/span>What is the border crossing between Armenia and Georgia like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The step is very simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>On the Armenian side<\/strong> the process is quick; they check your passport and that's it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>On the Georgian side<\/strong>, again basic control and visa-free entry for most visitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They don't usually ask additional questions, except for reasons for travel or length of stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The entire crossing usually takes <strong>20\u201345 minutes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejos_practicos\"><\/span>Practical advice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Money<\/strong>: There are currency exchange offices on both sides of the border and ATMs already on the Georgian side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Food and water:<\/strong> If you're traveling by marshrutka, there's usually a short stop before or after the border.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Schedules:<\/strong> Marshrutkas from Yerevan usually leave between 8:00 and 11:00, but it's best to arrive early to secure a seat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Luggage:<\/strong> No one checks it thoroughly, but it can go through a scanner on the Georgian side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Climate:<\/strong> In winter there may be snow on some sections of the road, although the route remains operational.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Iran\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Armenia into Iran<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The crossing between <strong>Armenia and Iran<\/strong> is one of the quietest and most accessible in the Caucasus for independent travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to what many imagine, the border is fully operational, traffic is stable, and the authorities of both countries are used to receiving foreigners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a popular route for backpackers traveling between the Middle East and the Caucasus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Punto_de_cruce_frontera_de_Meghri_%E2%80%93_Norduz\"><\/span>Crossing point: Meghri \u2013 Norduz border<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The only land crossing between the two countries is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meghri (Armenia) \u2192 Norduz (Iran)<\/strong>: It is a safe, paved crossing and very frequently used by commercial transport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is located in the far south of Armenia, in a mountainous but well-connected region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desde_Erevan_a_Meghri\"><\/span>From Yerevan to Meghri<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To get to the border from Yerevan, the options are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Marshrutka Yerevan \u2192 Meghri<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It leaves from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qB67Yzkh8iZRMF9Z8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kilikia station<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There aren't many per day, so it's best to check the schedule beforehand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The journey takes <strong>7\u20139 hours<\/strong>, as it is a very mountainous route.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan57.jpg\" alt=\"Estaci\u00f3n de bus Kilikia en Erev\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-40573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan57.jpg 784w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_yerevan57-532x400.jpg 532w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kilikia Bus Station in Yerevan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Shared taxi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More expensive but significantly faster. It's organized in Kilikia when there are enough people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Private Taxi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most convenient option, especially if you're traveling with luggage or in a group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"En_la_frontera\"><\/span>On the border<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Since I didn't cross it, I don't have firsthand information about what the crossing and subsequent passage to Iran is like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Turquia\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Armenia into T\u00fcrkiye<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>The border with T\u00fcrkiye has been closed<\/strong> for decades due to political tensions. If you wanted to go to T\u00fcrkiye, you would first have to go to Georgia, and then cross into Turkey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_cruzar_la_frontera_desde_Armenia_hacia_Azerbaiyan\"><\/span>How to cross the border from Armenia to Azerbaijan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The border with <strong>Azerbaijan<\/strong> is also closed due to historical conflicts and has no prospects of reopening in the short term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comentarios_finales_y_actualizaciones\"><\/span>Final comments and updates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea of \u200b\u200bthis article is to share my experience crossing several of the borders of the Caucasus, supplemented with information gathered from other travelers for those steps that I did not personally take. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each traveler experiences these crossings differently, and regulations can change faster than one imagines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, if you've recently crossed any of these border crossings and have any new information, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave it in the comments. 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