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Terms and Discounts of Mortgage Lendin

Requirements for Mortgage Loans Provided from the Funds of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund

  • The loan must be provided in Azerbaijani Manat (AZN);

     

  • The loan must be provided to a citizen of the Republic of Azerbaijan;

     

  • The loan must be provided for the purchase of residential property with ownership rights registered with the state;

     

  • The amount of the preferential mortgage loan must not exceed 90% of the value of the residential property mortgaged at the time the loan is granted, while the amount of a non-preferential mortgage loan must not exceed 85%;

  • The monthly payment for mortgage loans must not exceed 70% of the borrower's (borrowers') total monthly income. This requirement does not apply in cases where the amount of the mortgage loan is less than 60% of the value of the residential property mortgaged at the time the loan is granted;

     

  • The borrower's (borrowers') and their family’s regular payments related to their life and activities must not be less than 50% of the national minimum living standard per family member;

  • The loan must be secured by a mortgage on the residential property;

     

  • The residential property mortgaged must be appraised by an independent appraiser included in the list approved by the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund and who has signed a cooperation agreement with the Fund.

  • The rights of the mortgage holder must be registered with the state in accordance with the procedures established by law;

  • The rights of the mortgage holder must be registered with the state in accordance with the procedures established by law;

  • The principal loan amount and accrued interest must be paid in equal installments each month (annuity payments);

  • The mortgaged real estate must be insured based on its market value, ensuring that the insurance coverage is not less than the amount of the mortgage-secured loan;

  • Life Insurance Policy – The borrowers' life insurance must be proportional to their income when calculating the amount of the mortgage loan, and the total amount of life insurance for the borrowers must not be less than the mortgage loan amount;

     

  • An individual applying for a mortgage loan must not have any overdue current loan obligations;

     

  • The number of borrowers for a mortgage loan cannot exceed three individuals;

     

  • An individual can only act as the primary borrower for one mortgage loan and as a co-borrower for another mortgage loan at the same time.
    Primary borrower – the person who is the owner of the residential property acquired through the mortgage loan;
    Co-borrower – the person whose income is considered when the mortgage loan is granted and who shares responsibility along with the primary borrower;

  • As co-borrowers for the same mortgage loan, only close family members – spouse, children, and parents – can be included;

  • Ownership rights for the residential property acquired through the mortgage loan can only be registered in the name of the primary borrower;

  • Mortgage loans are provided for the purchase of individual residential houses, summer cottages, and apartments located in multi-apartment buildings constructed after January 1, 1970;

  • Unless otherwise specified by law, the sale or transfer of the residential property acquired through the mortgage loan is not permitted until the obligations under the mortgage loan are fully fulfilled;

  • A portion of a residential property held in shared ownership cannot be used as a separate mortgage collateral;

The following individuals are eligible to benefit from the discounts on mortgage loans:

  • A person with a Doctor of Sciences degree;

     

  • A person who has served at least 15 years in public service, including those who have served in special types of public service;

     

  • A person who has served at least 3 years in the military (excluding those on active duty), as well as military personnel of the Republic of Azerbaijan who have been discharged to the reserve or retired (except for military personnel discharged under the conditions specified in Articles 41.0.6, 41.0.7, 41.0.8, 41.0.10, 42.0.3, 42.0.4, and 42.0.5 of the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan on Military Service and Military Duties);

  • A person with a special rank who has served at least 3 years in the internal affairs agencies;

     

  • A researcher who has worked in a scientific position for at least 3 years;

     

  • A person who has worked as a teacher in a public general education institution for at least 15 years;

     

  • A person who has worked as a teacher in a public general education institution for at least 15 years;

     

  • A family member of a martyr (spouse);

     

  • A Hero of the Patriotic War of the Republic of Azerbaijan (the individual themselves, or their spouse);

  • National Hero of Azerbaijan (the individual themselves, or their spouse);

     

  • The following individuals, who are members of a young family (both individuals entering into marriage must be under the age of 35), are eligible:

    ·      Children of martyrs;

    ·      Children of Heroes of the Patriotic War of the Republic of Azerbaijan;

    ·      Children of National Heroes of Azerbaijan;

    ·      Internally displaced persons or those considered equivalent;

    ·      Individuals who have served at least 3 years in public service, including those who have served in special types of public service;

    ·      Individuals who have worked as teachers in public general education institutions for at least 3 years;

    ·      Individuals with a Doctor of Philosophy degree;

    ·      Individuals with special achievements in sports (honorary physical education and sports workers, national-level competition winners (1st place), international-level competition medalists (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place));

    ·      Journalists who have worked for at least 5 years and are included in the Media Registry.

     

A family or individual eligible for a preferential mortgage loan can only use this right once.

Condition

Maximum amount

Mortgage loan: 150 000 AZN

Preferential mortgage loan 100 000 AZN

Condition

Maximum duration

Mortgage loan: 25 years

Preferential mortgage loan 30 years

Condition

Minimum down payment

Mortgage loan: 15%

Preferential mortgage loan 10%

Condition

Maximum annual interest
rate for unsecured loans

Mortgage loan: 8%

Preferential mortgage loan 4%

Condition

Maximum annual interest
rate for secured loans

Mortgage loan: 7%

Preferential mortgage loan 3,7%

Required documents

List of documents required for obtaining a mortgage loan:

  • The document confirming the identity of the borrower(s) and a copy of the document;

  • Marriage (or divorce) certificate and a copy of the document;

  • The identity cards or birth certificates of the borrower(s)' underage family members and copies of these documents;

  • Documents confirming the borrower(s)' place of employment and income;

  • A document confirming that the person belongs to a preferential category (if the person belongs to a preferential category).

Borcalan (borcalanlar) fərdi sahibkar olduqda:

  • A copy of the certificate confirming the registration of the entrepreneur with the tax authorities;

  • Income tax or simplified tax declaration accepted by the tax authorities.

Documents to be submitted after the formalization of the mortgage loan:

  • The original mortgage contract (mixed contract) and documents confirming its state registration, as well as an extract from the mortgage paper in the electronic system;

  • Documents confirming the insurance of the borrower(s)' life and the mortgaged property, as well as proof of payment of insurance premiums.

The required documents must be submitted through the electronic system, and if this is not possible, they should be submitted in paper form.

Stages of obtaining a mortgage loan

1

Application for a loan

A person wishing to obtain a mortgage loan can apply to an authorized bank or directly submit an application for the loan via the electronic system. During the electronic application process, a unique registration number is provided to the person, confirming that the application has been recorded and included in the review process. All applications are registered in the system based on the principle of queuing and go through the relevant stages for evaluation.

2

Credit underwriting

At this stage, the applicant's payment ability and the value of the property are assessed based on the documents provided. As a result, the authorized bank makes a final decision on whether to approve or reject the loan request.

3

Formalization of the mortgage loan

At this stage, the necessary documents are collected, the loan, mortgage, and insurance contracts are signed, and they are approved in accordance with the legislation. The resulting rights are registered with the state.

4

Disbursement of the loan

At this stage, the decision regarding the loan amount, term, interest rate, and other conditions is approved. After the loan is confirmed, the borrower signs the relevant contract, and ownership rights are established on the property.

5

Execution of obligations under the loan

The person who obtains the mortgage loan must make monthly payments on time and in full, according to the payment schedule specified in the loan agreement.

Mortgage-related costs

When taking out a mortgage loan, various costs must be considered in addition to the principal loan amount. These costs include the down payment, bank commissions, appraisal and insurance fees, state duties, and notarial fees.

It is important to calculate these payments before applying in order to create a more accurate monthly financial plan. To obtain detailed information about all potential mortgage-related costs, carefully review the official documents and the bank's terms.

MORTGAGE LOAN COST TABLE

Interest rates

Maximum annual interest rate for loans

For unsecured loans

Mortgage loan: 8%

Preferential mortgage loan: 4%

Maximum annual interest rate for loans

For guaranteed loans

Mortgage loan: 7%

Preferential mortgage loan: 3,7%

Maximum annual interest rate for loans

Fund's quotation rate

Mortgage loan: 4%

Preferential mortgage loan: 1%

Provision of guarantees for mortgage loans

The provision of guarantees for mortgage loans is regulated in accordance with the "Rules for Providing Guarantees on Mortgage Loans by the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan," approved by the Decree No. 29 of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan dated May 1, 2018. The conditions for providing the guarantee are as follows:

  • The guarantee is provided for a mortgage loan formalized in accordance with the "Rules for the Provision of Mortgage Loans, including Preferential Mortgage Loans, from the Funds of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan."

  • The ratio of the mortgage loan amount to the value of the mortgaged property, as determined by an independent appraiser on the date of the loan approval, must not be less than 60% and not exceed 85%.

  • The income of the person wishing to obtain a mortgage loan must cover the consecutive 12-month period prior to the application, and the monthly payment for the mortgage loan should not exceed 70% of the person's total monthly income.

  • When calculating the regular payments related to the life and activities of the person applying for the mortgage loan and their family, the cost of supporting each family member cannot be taken as less than 50% of the country's established minimum living wage.

  • Guarantee fees may be one-time or installment-based, depending on the down payment and the loan term.

TARIFF RATES FOR THE GUARANTEE FEE

What steps are required to obtain a mortgage loan?

To obtain a mortgage loan, you can apply by registering in the "Electronic Mortgage and Credit Guarantee" system available on the Electronic
Government Portal (www.e-gov.az) using a qualified electronic signature ("ASAN İmza", "SİMA İmza", "SİMA Token" (electronic signature), BSXM signature).

Is there a minimum wage requirement to obtain a mortgage loan?

No, there is no minimum wage requirement.

What documents are required for the initial assessment of the borrower?

No documents are required for this. During the initial assessment, it is expected that the relevant application form is filled out at the bank, and the necessary information is provided.

What costs does the borrower incur in obtaining a mortgage loan?

Is there an age limit for obtaining a mortgage loan?

The borrower's or co-borrower's age at the final payment date of the loan must not exceed the pension age limit set by legislation. In other words, if the borrower is 50 years old at the time of signing the loan agreement, the agreement cannot be for a period longer than 15 years.

Can a person who owns a residential property obtain a mortgage loan?

Yes, they can.

Can an apartment or a house located in a region be purchased through a mortgage loan?

Yes, it can. Mortgage lending covers the entire territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

What criteria are taken into account when evaluating a residential property to be purchased with a mortgage loan?

During the evaluation of the residential property, authorized appraisers take into account factors such as the level of renovation, the location, the number of rooms, and whether it belongs to the primary or secondary market.

What type of residential property can be purchased with a mortgage loan?

A mortgage loan is granted for the purchase of a residential property whose ownership rights are state-registered or preliminarily registered, including a share in the land plot where an unfinished building is located, provided that a security note has been recorded in accordance with the Civil Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Is it possible to obtain a mortgage loan to purchase a land plot?

No, it is not possible.

What is monthly aggregate income?

Monthly aggregate income is the average monthly amount of all types of income of the borrower (borrowers) that are stable and officially documented.

Are the potential borrower’s unofficial incomes taken into account when granting a mortgage?

No, when granting mortgage loans, only the potential borrower’s official income is taken into account.
 
1. Monthly aggregate income from salaried employment:
 
Primary and additional income from the place of employment (salary, salary supplements, bonuses, etc.);
Ongoing payments due to health impairment resulting from a workplace accident or occupational disease.
 
2. Income derived from non-entrepreneurial activities:
 
  • Interest income;
  • Dividends;
  • Income from securities;
  • Rental income from property;
  • Royalties.
 
These types of income are considered up to a maximum of 50% of the monthly income required for granting a mortgage loan.
 
3. Income from entrepreneurial activity:
 
Income from entrepreneurial activity is determined in accordance with the Tax Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan. In this case, the borrower (borrowers) must have been engaged in entrepreneurial activity for at least the last 12 (twelve) months.
 
For simplified taxpayers, the amount of monthly aggregate income taken into account, supported by a justified analysis of income and expenses, may not exceed 20% of the average monthly turnover in trade and manufacturing sectors, and 70% in the service sector.
 
4. Current transfers (labor pensions, social benefits (excluding one-time benefits), scholarships, insurance payments, financial aid (excluding one-time financial aid), and alimony).

How is the borrower’s average monthly income calculated?

The borrower’s (borrowers’) average monthly income is calculated as follows:
 
-          By dividing the total income earned during the 12 (twelve) consecutive months preceding the borrower’s (borrowers’) application by 12, except in cases where the borrower’s (borrowers’) tariff (official) salary has decreased;
 
-          If the formation period of the borrower’s (borrowers’) income from salaried employment and current transfers prior to the application is less than 12 (twelve) consecutive months (but not less than 6 (six) months), by dividing the total income by the actual number of months, except in cases where the tariff (official) salary has decreased;
 
-          If the tariff (official) salary has decreased during the 12 (twelve) consecutive months preceding the application, the average monthly income is calculated by dividing the income formed after the relevant change by the actual number of months.
 
When calculating the borrower’s (borrowers’) average monthly income, taxes, social insurance contributions, and other mandatory state payments are deducted from the borrower’s (borrowers’) income.
 

Is a down payment mandatory?

Yes.
 
According to the “Rules for Granting Mortgage Loans, Including Concessional Mortgage Loans, from the Funds of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan,” the amount of a concessional mortgage loan must not exceed 90% of the value of the residential property pledged under the mortgage at the time the loan is granted, while the amount of a non-concessional mortgage loan must not exceed 85% of the property’s value.
 
Accordingly, at least 15% of the value of the purchased residential property (at least 10% for concessional loans) must be paid from the borrower’s own funds.
 
The amount of the down payment made by the borrower is determined based on the market value of the residential property as assessed by independent appraisal companies and is paid to the seller.

Is the bank’s involvement mandatory in selecting insurance and appraisal companies?

Each borrower is free to choose an appraisal company from the list of authorized organizations of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund. However, the selection of the insurance company is carried out in accordance with the procedure agreed upon with the authorized bank.

How many members of one family can obtain a mortgage loan?

No restriction is imposed on granting a mortgage loan, provided that the financial situation of the family members allows it and the necessary expenses for the maintenance of each family member are covered.
 
However, a family or individual who is entitled to benefit from a concessional mortgage loan may exercise this right only once.

Is collateral (mortgage pledge) required when obtaining a mortgage loan?

A mortgage loan is granted only on the condition that the residential property itself, with duly registered ownership rights, is pledged as collateral.

I would like to build a house. Can I obtain a mortgage loan for this purpose?

No. A mortgage loan is not provided for the construction of a house; it is granted only for the purchase of a private residential house or a separate apartment in a multi-apartment residential building.

Is a life insurance contract mandatory?

Yes. The specified type of insurance is required so that, in the event of loss of life or loss of working capacity, the insurance company will pay an amount equal to your outstanding loan balance under the credit agreement.
 
In this case, the residential property will remain in your ownership (or in the ownership of your heirs), and your loan debt will be fully repaid.

I would like to sell the apartment I purchased with a mortgage. Is this possible?

According to the legislation, unless otherwise предусмотрено in the mortgage agreement, the mortgaged property may be transferred to another person or otherwise disposed of (use, lease, etc.) by the mortgagor only with the written consent of the mortgagee.

Pursuant to Article 30.6 of the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On Mortgage,” if the alienation of the mortgaged property is sufficient to satisfy the claims under the principal obligation, the mortgagor may transfer the mortgaged property without the consent of the mortgagee and repay the debt under the principal obligation.

In this case, the mortgagee is obliged to provide the mortgagor with a certificate indicating the amount of the principal obligation, to be submitted to the notary.

What amount of mortgage loan can a citizen receive?

A citizen can visit the official website of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund ([www.mcgf.gov.az](http://www.mcgf.gov.az)) and obtain information about the amount of mortgage loan they may receive through the “Mortgage Calculator” section.

What is a guarantee for a mortgage loan?

The main purpose of providing guarantees for mortgage loans is to ensure broader access to mortgage financing for a larger segment of the population, while at the same time protecting credit institutions from potential losses arising from mortgage loan default.
 
The provision of a guarantee for a mortgage loan allows a potential borrower to obtain a mortgage with a lower down payment amount.

Who can obtain a guarantee for a mortgage loan and under what procedure?

A guarantee for mortgage loans is provided for mortgage loans formalized in accordance with the “Rules for Granting Mortgage Loans, Including Concessional Mortgage Loans, from the Funds of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan.”
 
The formalization procedures related to the issuance of the guarantee are carried out by the bank to which the borrower applies.

Under what conditions is a guarantee provided for a mortgage loan?

A guarantee is provided for a mortgage loan under the following conditions:
 
  • The mortgage loan must be formalized in accordance with the “Rules for Granting Mortgage Loans, Including Concessional Mortgage Loans, from the Funds of the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan”;
  • The ratio of the guaranteed mortgage loan amount to the value of the mortgaged property, as determined by an independent appraiser on the date the loan is granted, must be not less than 60% and not more than 85%;
  • The income of the person applying for the mortgage loan must cover the 12 consecutive months preceding the application, and the monthly payment under the mortgage loan must not exceed 70% of the applicant’s monthly aggregate income;
  • When calculating regular payments related to the life and activities of the applicant and their family, the maintenance cost for each family member must not be taken as less than 50% of the subsistence minimum established in the country.
 

Is the borrower required to make any payment in order to obtain a guarantee for a mortgage loan?

Yes, the borrower pays a guarantee fee to the Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan for the provision of a guarantee on the mortgage loan.
The guarantee fee may be paid either as a one-time payment or in installments. Different tariff rates apply depending on the loan term and the ratio of the loan amount to the collateral value.
Please refer to the terms and conditions for providing guarantees on mortgage loans for more details.
 

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Email: info@afb.az

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