BULGARIAN ENTRY VISA REQUIREMENTS

Passports
Passport with at least one blank page valid for at least three months beyond departure required by all.

Visas
Required by all except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries for stays of up to 90 days within each six-month period (except nationals of Ireland and the UK, who may stay for up to 30 days within a six-month period);
Note: UK nationals living overseas do need a visa.
(b) nationals of Croatia, Chile, Japan, Korea (Rep), Litchenstein, Malaysia, Norway, San Marino and Switzerland for stays of up to 90 days within a six-month period;
(c) 2. nationals of Andorra, Australia, Canada, Israel, Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic of), Monaco, New Zealand, Romania, Serbia and Montenegro, USA and Vatican City for stays of up to 30 days within each six-month period;
(d) nationals of Tunisia and Yugoslavia, provided they hold a valid passport.

Types of visa and cost
Single-entry: US$58 Multiple-entry: US$70 (three months); US$105 (six months); US$139 (12 months). Urgent single-entry: US$76 Transit: US$48 (single-entry); US$70 (double-entry); from US$93 (multiple entry).

Note
Nationals of Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Congo (Dem Rep), Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Sri Lanka and Sudan must apply for an airport transit visa and may not leave the airport transit lounge. They need to present a valid flight reservation to get the visa.

Validity
Single-entry visas for tourist visits are normally valid for three months from date of issue for a maximum stay of 30 days. Multiple-entry visas are for business visits and are normally valid for three months from date of issue. Transit: Up to 24 hours. Enquire at the Embassy for further details.

Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information. Applications should be made in person or by courier, not by post.

Application requirements
(a) Valid passport. (b) Application form. (c) One passport-size photo. (d) Return ticket or documentation for next destination. (e) Fee, payable in cash or by postal order only. (f) UK Resident visa (if applicable). (g) Prepaid tourist vouchers from the travel agency. (h) Proof of sufficient funds (at least &Euro;50 for each entry). Transit: (a)-(h) and, (i) Visa issued by country of final destination. (j) Proof of paid fare for onward destination. (k) For motor vehicle transit, proof of an extra &Euro;200 for each entry. (l) Proof of a secured return trip. Business: (a)-(h) and, (i) Letters from the applicant’s company and from the Bulgarian business partner, endorsed by the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce. Private: (a)-(h) and, (i) A letter of invitation by a Bulgarian citizen endorsed by the local authorities.

Working days required
Visas take up to ten days to be processed (with the exception of long-term visa which take up to 30 days) and should be applied for in person if resident in the UK.

Temporary residence
Enquire at the Bulgarian Embassy (see Passport/Visa Information).

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Travel Advice
Most visits to Bulgaria are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civillian targets, including placed frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.

Health

Food & drink
Mains water is normally chlorinated and, whilst relatively safe, can cause mild abdominal upsets. Some travelers may prefer to drink bottled water for the first few weeks of their stay. Milk is pasteurized and dairy products are safe for consumption.


Health care
There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK. On production of a UK passport and an NHS medical card, hospital and other medical and dental care will normally be provided free of charge; prescribed medicines must be paid for and can be supplied by public pharmacies. Basic medical supplies are widely available but specialized treatments may not be.

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