How long does it take to get a Bulgarian visa? How long does it take to get a Bulgarian visa?

It takes 7- 10 working days to apply for a Bulgarian visa. Bulgarian visas are divided into airport transit, transit, short-term, long-term, group visa and visa on arrival. Entry with a short-term visa may not be postponed or changed to a long-term visa, and a new application must be made after leaving the country. Ordinary visas are handled through the Bulgarian Embassy in China, and an interview is required. The longest stay is 90 days.

1. China citizens holding Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions passports are exempt from visas for entry, exit or transit in Bulgaria, but they can stay visa-free for no more than 90 days every six months from the date of entry.

2. The visa-free policy shall be implemented for those who hold valid Schengen visas and valid long-term residence visas and residence permits issued by Schengen countries. Relevant personnel should pay attention to the validity of certificates and the restrictions on the number of entry times to ensure that their stay in Bulgaria does not exceed 3 months every 6 months.

3. According to the agreement between the governments of Bulgaria and China, citizens of China can apply for Bulgarian visas free of charge.

4. Visa-related services and consular services must be paid in cash at the visa office. After payment, the visa office will issue an accurate receipt.

5. The staff of the visa office have the right to ask the applicant to provide other visa materials and interview the applicant.

Visa applicants can consult visa application materials at the Consulate General every working day from 10 to 13, or call the visa office of the Consulate General.