A Bulgarian visa (entry or transit) may be obtained at the the Bulgarian Consulate General in New York City, the Bulgarian Embassy in the US, or at any Bulgarian Embassy or Consular Office in other countries. Citizens of some countries, including the United States and Canada, traveling on regular passports , are not required visas for a stay in Bulgaria not exceeding 90 days, within a period of 6 months, but they should be able, upon request, to show evidence of a medical insurance, valid for Bulgaria, covering the duration of their stay. Visa regime for foreigners

The applicants are required to come in person to the Consulate General bringing all the necessary documents. A brief interview may take place. Visa fees (cash, money order, checks other than personal) are collected at the time of application and there non-refundable even in case of non-delivered visa.

US travelers on diplomatic or official passports need a visa and have to obtain one in advance, free of charge and free of fees. Items 1,2,3, 6 of the Visa Requirements apply, plus a note or a letter from the pertinent Agency.

Visa applicants are expected to provide an invitation from a Bulgarian host (on a standard form, provided by the local municipality) or business partner (on a standard form, provided by the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry) and a letter from their company or institution in the US if they are traveling for business. IF IN DOUBT ABOUT THE VISA REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR PARTICULAR CASE, PLEASE CONTACT THE CONSULAR SERVICE.

Multiple entry visas may be granted to individuals whose business in Bulgaria requires frequent visits. Multiple visas are subject to prior approval and delays in their issuance may be anticipated.

Transit visas grant stay in Bulgaria of 24 hours or less. Airline tickets and evidence of right of entry into the next country of travel will be required.

Possession of airline tickets does not guarantee the granting of an entry visa. Travel arrangements and costs are solely at the applicant’s risk. Individuals who do not possess national passports may travel on INS-issued re-entry permits and refugee travel documents. Possession of a valid visa is mandatory for such nationals for entry in Bulgaria. "Green cards" are not considered travel documents. Visa requirements are subject to change. Incomplete applications, absence of photos or inadequate payment result in return of application to sender without further action.

As of December 1, 2001, medical insurance, covering your stay, is required. If you are traveling with pets you should have a certificate of veterinarian examination carried out within one week before departure as well as certificate of rabies shot made during the last six months.

Motor vehicle insurance can be arranged at the Bulgarian border point of entry. For motorists a national driving license is required.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

1. Valid passport or Travel Document (at least 6 months remaining validity is required);

2. Visa Application Form, fully completed

3. Two passport size photo;

4. Copy of the Green Card or other proof of status in the US, if applicable;

5. Invitation from a Bulgarian host (on standard form, provided by the local authorities)

6. Self-addressed stamped envelope;

Please, note that sending by mail any kind of documents, including
passports having already a visa-sticker, is done on the full
responsibility of the passport’s owner. The Consulate general has no
resources to investigate tracking numbers, to give information about
sent documents or to recommend a mail operator.

7. Visa fee - fees (money order or cash) are collected at the time of application.

(Checks and credit cards are not accepted)

8. Medical Insurance - Upon entering the country the visitor must have travel/medical insurance, covering emergency medical expenses, repatriation, transportation of mortal remains, funeral, hospitalization. The coverage should be for at least $5000. If the visitor has an insurance of this type, valid for Bulgaria, a copy of the policy (with legible policy number, company name, duration of validity and sum of coverage) or a letter from the insurance company containing these data, should be submitted upon application.

9. Return flight ticket

VISA FEES

Single entry visas:

• $90 (regular processing)

• $180 (priority processing - application will be processed by the Officer instantly, which, however, does not guarantee that the issuance will be faster in all cases, as it depends on the circumstances of each case and also on other agencies involved)

Transit visas $90

Long-term visa $150

Diplomatic and official visas are free of charge.

Single entry visas are valid for entering Bulgaria not later than 3 months of the date of issue

For the residents of the states of:

Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont

Bulgarian Consulate General - New York City

Tel: (212) 935 4646, Fax: (212) 319 5955

e-mail: consul@consulbulgaria-ny.org

http:// www.consulbulgaria-ny.org

Residents of the rest of the states please contact:

BULGARIAN EMBASSY - Washington DC

CONSULAR OFFICE

Tel: (202) 387-7969, Fax: (202) 234-7973

e-mail: consulate@bulgaria-embassy.org
http://www.bulgaria-embassy.org/

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