Bulgaria Visa for Indians
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Bulgaria Visa Information
Visa Type:
Sticker
Length of Stay:
upto 90 Days
type:
Short-term
Entry:
Multiple
Bulgaria Visa Requirements
How Bulgaria Visa Process Works
Apply on Axis Visa Services
Your Visa Gets Processed
We work with Immigration to ensure you get your Visa on time.
- Application has been sent to the immigration supervisor
- Application has been sent to internal intelligence
Get Your Visa on 4th Day
Bulgaria Visa Rejection Reasons
Factors that can get your visa rejected
Expired Passport
Applying with a passport that has expired or expires within 6 months
Criminal Record
Having a criminal history that disqualifies you from obtaining a visa.
Previous Visa Violations
Having overstayed or violated the terms of a previous visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, India passport holders need a valid visa to visit the Bulgaria for tourism purposes. You must be outside Bulgaria when you apply for the tourist visa. Also, you cannot work in Bulgaria with the tourist visa.
Indian Residents can apply for an e-visa prior to their visit, which is a convenient and efficient way to obtain the necessary travel authorisation without visiting an embassy or consulate.
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Yes, It is easy to get the Bulgaria visa for Indian Residents but it’s important to ensure that the accurate information is provided during the visa application process and you chose the right visa to cover your travels.
1-2 weeks before your intended travel date. This allows ample time for processing and addressing any potential issues with your application.
Passport: A scanned copy of your passport, valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Bulgaria. Ensure that your passport also has at least one blank page.
Photograph: A recent passport-size coloured photograph meeting the Bulgaria visa photo requirements.
Here are eligibility criteria for Bulgaria visa for Indian Residents:
You should be living outside Bulgaria.
Must have a valid passport (valid for at least 6 months).
Foreigners who entry Bulgaria must comply with the country Immigration and Law requirements.
You shouldn’t be on the list of people temporarily banned from entering Bulgaria.
Here’s how to apply for a Bulgaria tourist visa online through Axis:
Visit Axis: Start your Bulgaria visa application on Axis.
Upload documents: Take a selfie for the photo and click a picture of passport or upload the photograph and passport copy from the device storage.
Provide details: Enter your requested personal and passport details.
Review and pay: Review your visa application, check out, and pay the applicable Bulgaria visa fees.
Get your visa: While you await your visa approval, you can actively track its status on the Atlys app. Upon approval, Atlys will notify you via email with your Bulgaria visa attached. Remember to print the e-visa to carry while entering the country.
At Axis, your documents are encrypted multiple times and are inaccessible to anyone else. We do not sell your data to third parties.
Yes, you can apply for Bulgaria e-visas for your family or group members in a single application session on Atlys. Atlys streamlines the process and allows you to manage all visa applications simultaneously. However, each member’s details, including passport information and photographs, must be provided during the application process.
Once approved, the Bulgaria e-visa will be accessible from Atlys’ my profile dashboard. Please ensure you have a printout when travelling to Bulgaria.
You can check your Bulgaria visa status here. If your country is not present here, then you can directly check on the Bulgaria official visa website.
Common reasons for Bulgaria visa rejections include incomplete or inaccurate documentation, lack of proof of strong ties to your home country and insufficient financial proof.
Yes, you can reapply for a Bulgaria visa after rejection.
Here are a few points you can keep in mind to ensure that your Bulgaria visa application is approved:
Provide the accurate information in the visa application. Personal details like name, date of birth etc; provided must match the details present in the passport
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months and have sufficient blank pages.
It is important to submit recent passport-sized photographs that meets the Bulgaria visa requirements
No, entering the Bulgaria the exact date is not mandatory. You can enter Bulgaria on any date between the arrival date and exit date stated on your e-visa. Please note that earlier entries are also not allowed.
Nearby countries to Bulgaria
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Bulgaria Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (Web) – https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria
Price Breakdown
- Goverment Fees × 1
₹1,000
- Axis Services Fees × 1
₹3,990
- Total amount
₹4,990
Reviews
Harsha Chauhan Secunderabad, Telangana
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first-time traveller
first-time traveller
Smooth Sailing with Axis
So, I was a first-timer trying to get a visa to Bulgaria and, honestly, expected it to be a bit of a headache. But paying the visa fee was a breeze, and the customer support was right there when I needed them—totally on it. I'm traveling with family, so having a little extra hand-holding was nice. Axis just made that whole process feel less like climbing a mountain and more like a stroll in the park. Not usually one to leave reviews, but yeah, worth mentioning they did good. Cheers to the support team for making it all simple!
Utkarsh Jha Saiha, Mizoram
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occasional traveller
Smooth Visa Process for Bulgaria with Axis
I gotta say, it was pretty straightforward. Snapped my passport pics, answered a few questions about my travel plans, and got real-time feedback on my docs. Loved the quick add-on for extra countries and co-travelers. Thumbs up to customer support too!
Harsha Chauhan Secunderabad, Telangana
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
occasional traveller
first-time traveller
Smooth Sailing with Axis
So, I was a first-timer trying to get a visa to Bulgaria and, honestly, expected it to be a bit of a headache. But paying the visa fee was a breeze, and the customer support was right there when I needed them—totally on it. I'm traveling with family, so having a little extra hand-holding was nice. Axis just made that whole process feel less like climbing a mountain and more like a stroll in the park. Not usually one to leave reviews, but yeah, worth mentioning they did good. Cheers to the support team for making it all simple!
Utkarsh Jha Saiha, Mizoram
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
first-time traveller
Smooth Visa Process for Bulgaria with Atlys
I gotta say, it was pretty straightforward. Snapped my passport pics, answered a few questions about my travel plans, and got real-time feedback on my docs. Loved the quick add-on for extra countries and co-travelers. Thumbs up to customer support too!