The Heydar Aliyev Prize was created by the Decree #38 of the President of Azerbaijan, on March 10, 2004.
It is stated in the regulation which consists of 25 articles, the Heydar Aliyev Prize is given to those who have special services in public-political, social, economic, scientific and cultural spheres, special services in civil service, who actively participate in social life, in the development of friendship and mutual cooperation of country in international relations.
The prize is given at the expense of the state budget with the presentation of the Award Commission based on the order of the president.
The prize is presented in the ceremonial and public place by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
İt should be informed about the creativity, services, and activities of the candidate during the award ceremony.