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**Bulgaria tourist visa **

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Complete Bulgaria tourist visa guide. Check visa-free eligibility, eVisa or visa on arrival options, stay durations, and required entry documents. Sticker Visa has a maxiumum stay of 90 days. Visa Free has a maxiumum stay of 90 days.

## Bulgaria Sticker visa

**Sticker visa**

Travellers must obtain a visa before travelling to Bulgaria. Bulgaria Sticker visa is required for Travellers. The Bulgaria tourist visa is also known as the Bulgaria Type C Schengen Visa. Applicants are required to be present when applying for the Bulgaria Sticker visa. This tourist visa typically allows a short term stay. The Bulgaria tourist visa remains valid for 90 days. The Bulgaria Sticker visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. A total of 9 documents are required to apply for the Bulgaria Sticker visa.

**Schengen Visa**: The Schengen Visa is a visa for the Schengen Area, which consists of most of the European Economic Area, plus several other adjacent countries. The visa allows visitors to stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. The visa is valid for tourism, family visits, and business.

## Bulgaria tourist visa conditions for Travellers

- Visa application shall be submitted prior to the entry into Bulgaria, at the competent Embassy/Consulate.
- If there is no Bulgaria Embassy/Consulate in the applicant's country, the application may be submitted at the nearest Bulgarian Embassy/Consulate.
- Visa application shall be submitted in person. Exceptionally and in justified cases, a visa applicant does not need to file the application personally, but he/she shall present himself/herself when called upon by the Embassy/Consulate.
- Visa applications for minors or persons deprived of their business capacity shall be submitted by their legal representative.
- Visa application shall be submitted no sooner than three months prior to the date of the intended trip.

- **Visa stay** 90 days
- **Visa validity** 90 days
- **Visa processing** 15 days
- **Visa price** лв 176
- **Visa term** Short term
- **Visa applicant** Required

[**Official Website**](https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria)

## Bulgaria tourist visa requirements for Travellers

Documents required for Bulgaria Schengen include passport and other supporting documents. A total of 9 documents are required.

- **Visa Application Form** Completed application form for Bulgaria, ensure all sections are filled out accurately and legibly, incomplete or incorrect forms may result in delays or denial of your visa application, double-check for any errors before submission.
- **Passport Photo** A passport photo is required, the photo must be no older than 6 months and must meet the specific requirements set by Bulgaria authorities, such as size, background color, and facial expression, ensure the photo is of high quality to avoid any issues.
- **Passport** Original passport or travel document of your country with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings, the passport should be in good condition without any damage that could render it invalid.
- **Previous Passport** Provide a previous passport of your country if any, this can help verify your travel history and identity, ensure you provide clear copies of all relevant pages.
- **Travel Proof** A round-trip flight reservation for Bulgaria, this should include details of your departure and return flights, with confirmed booking references, this helps verify your travel plans and intended stay duration.
- **Travel Insurance** Proof of travel insurance for Bulgaria with the certificate of insurance and the table of benefits, you can also provide a letter from the bank confirming that you have insurance with them along with a copy of the credit card and the table of benefits, this document ensures you have adequate travel and medical coverage during your stay.
- **Bank Statement** A recent monthly bank statement of the applicant from your country, the statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement, if statements are printed online, they must be authenticated (stamped) by bank officials, this document helps demonstrate your financial stability.
- **Accomodation Proof** Accommodation reservation in Bulgaria for the duration of your visit, the reservation should include the name and address of the accommodation, your check-in and check-out dates, and confirmation of your booking, this helps verify where you will be staying during your trip.
- **Current Details** Employed: • A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job. • Current bank statement of the latest 6 months • Income Tax Return (ITR) • Original pay slips Self Employed: • Include a copy of your business license • Company bank statement of the latest 6 months • Income Tax Return (ITR) Student: • Submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester. • No Object certificate from School or University. • Retired: • Submit proof of your retirement fund.

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## Bulgaria Travel Advice

⬤** Exercise normal safety precautions**

Bulgaria partially joined the Schengen area on 31 March. Border checks will cease for air and sea arrivals from other Schengen countries. Checks continue to be undertaken at land borders (see 'Travel'). For Australian tourists in Bulgaria, your stay now counts towards your maximum 90 days in the Schengen Area in a 180-day period. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Bulgaria.

Issue Date : Apr 2, 2024

## Bulgaria tourist visa advice

While planning your visit to Bulgaria as an Travellers, you might be curious about other visa types and requirements. If you're considering exploring Bulgaria beyond the usual tourist spots, our comprehensive guide on Bulgaria tourist visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Bulgaria, understanding Bulgaria Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.

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