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Bulgaria Visa Information

Tourist Visa Rules & Entry Options for Visiting Bulgaria

Bulgaria, known for its Black Sea coastline, mountain landscapes, and historic towns, offers several entry pathways for tourists depending on nationality. Many travelers can enter visa-free for short stays, typically up to 90 days within a 180-day period, making tourism visits straightforward.

Those who require authorization must apply for a Short-Stay Tourist Visa (Type C), which allows travel for leisure, sightseeing, and visiting friends or family. Applicants usually need a valid passport, proof of accommodation, return or onward travel plans, travel insurance, and evidence of sufficient financial means.

Bulgaria also accepts valid multiple-entry Schengen visas or residence permits from Schengen member states for short tourist stays, offering additional flexibility for eligible travelers. For longer visits or purposes like work, study, or residence, travelers must obtain the appropriate long-term visa or permit.

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Popular Visa Type

VISA C - SHORT STAY

  • Visa Validity: 180 Days
  • Max Stay: 90 Days
  • Service Fee: USD $69
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*All official Government fees can change, and foreign exchange rates fluctuate. Your eligibility and visa conditions are determined solely by the Australia immigration authorities

Hotel booking and flight tickets may be required for certain nationalities.

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Document Required
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Recent Digital Photo taken using phone camera

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Look straight, No Smile & No Glasses

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Passport Bio page image

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All corners of the passport should be visible

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Passport photo according to ICAO criteria (colour, 35x45 mm) Passport (at least 2 free pages, not older than 10 years)

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Travel, health and accident insurance (minimum coverage € 30,000, including repatriation for medical reasons) valid for the Schengen area

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Additional Document Required
  • NONE
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How It Works

Step 1

Apply on Visa Verse

Submit your Australia visa request by choosing the correct visa type, securely uploading your required documents, and completing your payment through our platform.

Step 2

Review & Submission​​

Our team will carefully review your application and verify your documents for completeness and accuracy. Once reviewed, we will prepare and submit your application to the Australian immigration authorities on your behalf.

Step 3

Receive Visa Grant

Once approved by the Australian immigration authorities, your official visa grant letter will be issued through the official channel. We will notify you of the outcome so you can prepare to carry and present it at the port of entry.

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General Information
  • VISA C (Short stay) / The Schengen visa C is intended for touristic, business or visiting purposes (without gainful employment) for a maximum stay of 90 days per 180 days
  • Holders of a Schengen visa are in principle entitled to enter and stay in the Schengen States presumed that the requirements of Art
  • 6 Schengen Borders Code are fulfilled and the visa is not subject to territorial restrictions
  • The Schengen States are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and the non-EU members Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months from your arrival date in Bulgaria

Bulgaria follows the EU short-stay visa system, meaning many nationalities can enter visa-free for up to 90 days within 180 days. Travellers who require a visa must apply for a Short-Stay Type C Visa through Bulgarian consulates or visa centers.

Bulgaria also accepts valid multiple-entry Schengen visas and residence permits for short tourist visits, allowing eligible travellers to skip applying for a separate Bulgarian visa.

A passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and onward/return tickets are commonly required at the border.