Bulgaria visa requirements for Filipinos
Travel and visa requirements
Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Bulgaria
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Bulgarian Visa.
- Bulgaria visa application form filled by the applicant.
- A valid passport with a minimum of six months beyond your stay in Bulgaria
- Two recent-passports sizes 35mm x 45mm
- Travel itinerary/flight ticket.
- Proof of medical insurance.
- Proof of sufficient financial means during your stay in Bulgaria
- Certificate of police clearance (if necessary).
- Letter of invitation from the host(if necessary).
- Proof of accommodation.
- Proof regarding the purpose of travel.
- Payment of the prescribed visa fees.
Bulgaria Visa for Filipinos
Facts about Bulgaria
Types of Bulgaria Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 10 days | 90 days |
| Tourist visa | 10 days | 90 days |
| Work visa | 10-15 working days | 12 months |
General Requirements for Bulgaria Visa
- Bulgaria visa application form filled by the applicant.
- A valid passport with a minimum of six months beyond your stay in Bulgaria
- Two recent-passports sizes 35mm x 45mm
- Travel itinerary/flight ticket.
- Proof of medical insurance.
- Proof of sufficient financial means during your stay in Bulgaria
- Certificate of police clearance (if necessary).
- Letter of invitation from the host(if necessary).
- Proof of accommodation.
- Proof regarding the purpose of travel.
- Payment of the prescribed visa fees.
Bulgaria Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Bulgaria for business reasons.
- A valid passport is required.
- Old passport should be presented if any.
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- Air ticket.
- Payment of the prescribed visa fees.
- A letter of invitation from the organization in Bulgaria.
- Covering letter from the company stating the purpose of your travel.
- Bank statement within the last six months issued from the bank.
- Income Tax Returns.
- Proof of accommodation.
- The applicant ID card.
Bulgaria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Bulgaria for tourism.
- Filled out and signed Bulgaria tourist visa application form.
- Original, signed Philippine passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
- Two passport-style photographs, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print.
- Photocopies of the passport and ID card. The applicant must provide photocopies of the original passport and ID card, including a copy of all visas(valid and expired)
- Visa application form filled out in detail(block letters) and signed by the applicant.
- Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
- Medical travel insurance
- Bank Statement. Copy of a recent bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds
- Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
- Personal Invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide a letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature, and date.
- You will also need to provide proof of the host's status in Bulgaria ie. copy of their Bulgaria passport's information page.
- In case they are not a citizen of Bulgaria, copies of their Bulgaria residence permit and their national passport's information pages would be required.
- Host's Bank Statement. If you will be receiving financial support from a host or other sponsor in Bulgaria, please provide a copy of that individual's bank statement. Please note that the invitation letter from your host should specifically state the types of support they will be providing (financial, accommodations, etc).
Bulgaria Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Bulgaria for employment reasons
- A work permit application form
- A letter explaining the reason for the request
- The employment contract
- Copy of your passport/travel document which is valid for at least 6 more months.
- Three passport-size pictures of you
- A certified copy of your employer’s registration document or ID code
- Documents related to your educational background, skills and qualifications, previous work experience, etc.
- A report regarding the number of employees your employer has had under employment contracts for the preceding 12 months.
- Any additional documents which are related to your job.
Bulgaria Visa Fees
Visa Type
Sub Types
Visa Fees
Business visa
60.00 (USD)
Tourist visa
60.00 (USD)
Work visa
60.00 (USD)
Bulgaria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines
Location
Address
Makati City
6 Lippay Street, San Lorenzo Village Makati City, Manila , Philippines
renelledesma@yahoo.com
(+63) 2 817-5449
What language is spoken in Bulgaria?
Bulgarians speak Bulgarian, which is a south Slavic language. It is similar to other Slavic languages such as Russian, Serbian and Czech. Bulgarian speech is at least partially understood by other Slavic language speakers and vice versa.
What religion makes up Bulgaria?
By the constitution, Bulgaria is a Christian religion nation according to the Eastern Orthodox tradition. The state church is the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. Generally speaking, to be born Bulgarian is to be born Orthodox, regardless of personal conviction. Most Bulgarians celebrate Orthodox Christian holidays and rituals as a matter of cultural affinity independent of religious faith.
Is it dangerous for foreigners to visit Bulgaria?
No, Bulgaria is a relatively safe country with very little crime against a person. Old world hospitality is still alive and well in most parts of the country. People tend to be friendlier to foreigners, especially those in need of help than they are to their own countrymen.
Is tap water safe for drinking in Bulgaria?
Yes, Bulgarians are proud of the high quality of their drinking water and are usually offended by foreigners who filter tap water for no good reason. There are many public springs and faucets which are almost always OK to drink. If you are unsure, ask a local for advice.
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