Bulgaria Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

No visa is needed — Singaporeans can enter Bulgaria visa-free for up to 90 days.

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria?

Yes — Indians need a visa for Bulgaria, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

No visa is needed — Malaysians can enter Bulgaria visa-free for up to 90 days.

Q: Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

Yes — Filipinos need a visa for Bulgaria, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

Yes — Chinese nationals need a visa for Bulgaria, obtained before travel through the embassy/consulate or an approved channel. HolidaySG assists for a flat S$65.

Q: How much does a Bulgaria visa cost?

The official government fee for the Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) is EUR 90. HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$65 per applicant (usually S$100).

Q: How long does a Bulgaria visa take to process?

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C): typically up to 15 calendar days (can extend to 45). Apply well before your travel date; we track your application until the outcome.

Q: What documents are required for a Bulgaria visa?

Typically: Passport valid 3+ months beyond intended departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages; Completed online application via e-Consular portal; Recent 35x45mm photo; Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000 coverage; Return/onward ticket and itinerary; Proof of accommodation. Exact requirements depend on your nationality — we send a personalised checklist.

Q: Does Bulgaria have an e-visa?

Bulgaria offers online visa applications through its official e-Consular portal (e-consular.mfa.bg); document/biometric submission is still done at an embassy or visa centre.

Q: Can I enter Bulgaria on a Schengen visa?

Yes. Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa may enter Bulgaria for short stays; Bulgaria applies the Schengen acquis for short-stay travel.

Tourist Visa

Bulgaria

Assistance Fee

S$ 65 .00

S$100 35% OFF

+ Government fee (paid to authorities)

Free (exempt) · Schengen short-stay: EUR 90

See official fee details

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Bulgaria Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending) at a glance

Government visa fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)
HolidaySG service fee: S$65.00
Processing time: On arrival — EES biometric registration (live since 10 Apr 2026)
Maximum stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Visa required?: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.
Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014). Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from our service fee.

Do you need a visa to Bulgaria?

Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. can generally enter Bulgaria without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. do not require a visa for Bulgaria for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Bulgaria (full Schengen since 1 Jan 2025)) · Last verified 16 Aug 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

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Official Bulgaria visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Online application available — Bulgaria issues Schengen-format visas via its official e-Consular portal (e-consular.mfa.bg). Indian passport holders need a visa; a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa also permits entry. Singapore passport = visa-FREE 90 days.

Visa on arrival: No Online application: Yes

Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending)

Official fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Processing time: On arrival — EES biometric registration (live since 10 Apr 2026)
Where to apply: No application yet

Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure, issued <10 yrs
Return ticket
Accommodation proof
Sufficient funds
Travel insurance recommended

Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

90/180 rule counts all Schengen countries together.

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Bulgaria (full Schengen since 1 Jan 2025) · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Official fee: EUR 90

Validity: up to 5 years (multiple entry possible)
Max stay: 90 days
Time to approval: typically up to 15 calendar days (can extend to 45)
Processing time: typically up to 15 calendar days (can extend to 45)
Where to apply: e-Consular portal + embassy/VFS appointment

Who needs it: Indian passport holders

Required documents

Passport valid 3+ months beyond intended departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages
Completed online application via e-Consular portal
Recent 35x45mm photo
Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000 coverage
Return/onward ticket and itinerary
Proof of accommodation
Proof of sufficient funds

Arrival card: None — EES

Extra charges: VFS/service centre fee where applicable

Bulgaria is a full Schengen member since 1 Jan 2025 — a Schengen visa is valid for Bulgaria.

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Bulgaria · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

HolidaySG assistance fee: S$65 ~~S$100~~ per applicant — official government fees above are separate. Apply now

Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Bulgaria visa requirements by nationality

Top 30 passports

Passport	Requirement	Max stay	Need help?
🇸🇬Singapore	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇲🇾Malaysia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇮🇳India	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇮🇩Indonesia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇵🇭Philippines	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇨🇳China	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇻🇳Vietnam	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇹🇭Thailand	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇯🇵Japan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇰🇷South Korea	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇦🇺Australia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇬🇧United Kingdom	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇺🇸United States	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇨🇦Canada	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇩🇪Germany	Visa-free	—	No visa needed
🇫🇷France	Visa-free	—	No visa needed
🇦🇪UAE	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇵🇰Pakistan	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇩Bangladesh	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇱🇰Sri Lanka	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇭🇰Hong Kong	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇹🇼Taiwan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇳🇿New Zealand	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇷Brazil	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇷🇺Russia	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇿🇦South Africa	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇳🇬Nigeria	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇪🇬Egypt	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇲🇲Myanmar	Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65

General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.

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