Bulgaria Visa Guide

Overview

Indians can apply for a short-stay visa at the Bulgarian Embassy or Consulate in India. The visa is usually processed within 4-5 working days. The visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Indians must have a valid passport with at least two blank pages, a confirmed return flight ticket, and sufficient funds for their stay in Bulgaria.

Required Documents

• 1Valid Indian passport (min 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
• 2Completed visa application form (from official website)
• 3Recent passport photograph (exact size 35x45mm, white background)
• 4Confirmed return flight tickets
• 5Hotel booking confirmation
• 6Bank statement last 3 months (min balance)
• 7Employment proof / ITR / salary slips
• 8Travel insurance
• 9Invitation letter from a Bulgarian citizen or a Bulgarian company (if applicable)

Application Process

1. 1

   Gather required documents and fill the application form

   Download the application form from the official website of the Bulgarian Embassy or Consulate in India. Fill the form accurately and sign it.

2. 2

   Submit the application and supporting documents

   Submit the application form, supporting documents, and the required fee at the Bulgarian Embassy or Consulate in India.

3. 3

   Pay the visa fee

   Pay the visa fee and the service fee at the Bulgarian Embassy or Consulate in India.

4. 4

   Wait for the visa to be processed

   Wait for the visa to be processed, which usually takes 4-5 working days.

5. 5

   Collect the visa

   Collect the visa from the Bulgarian Embassy or Consulate in India.