Sabail was promoted from the 2016–17 season to Azerbaijan Premier League, while Shuvalan relegated to the First Division.
On 25 September 2017, it was announced that Bine, Khazar Baku, and Sabah will participate in the First Division.
[2][3] Shamkir, Shahdag, Sharurspor, Energetik, Bakılı, Ravan Baku and Göyazan didn't participate in this season.
[4] Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules.
Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.