🇧🇬Bulgaria Visa for Belarusian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you haven't bought yet, click here (#). 1. Certificate of the status of the company (issued by the "Registration Agency") - it is allowed to print the electronic version of the certificate from the website of the "Registration Agency". 2. Certificate from the place of work for 3 months on a letterhead with the organisation's seal, indicating the applicant's address, work telephone number, position and salary, indicating the start and end dates of the employment contract with the signature of the responsible person (the certificate is valid for 1 month). - For individual entrepreneurs – a copy of the certificate of registration of an individual entrepreneur, a certificate of registration of a taxpayer identification number and a tax return for the last 3 months. - Pensioners: a copy of the pension certificate and a certificate stating the amount of the pension received. - For freelancers and craftsmen: a certificate of the last tax paid; - For the unemployed and other persons: a copy of the pages of the employment register for the last 3 years with personal data. Documents proving the applicant's ties with the Republic of Belarus (e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificates of the applicant, his children living in Belarus), documents proving the financial/economic situation in Belarus (e.g. bank statement for the last three months, spouse's income certificate). 3. Documents proving financial security and means of accommodation for the trip: 3.1. Residence: - Option "A": A notarial deed of purchase and sale of the property (legible photocopy - seals and signatures should be clearly visible). If the property was purchased more than a year ago, additional documents confirming the payment of the previous year's taxes must be attached. - Option "B": Payment for the hotel - - To cover the cost of accommodation, confirmation of payment for the hotel by the applicant is required (a fax/scanned copy on letterhead with signature and stamp, or a printed reservation from the electronic booking system and confirmation of payment where payment for a specific hotel is tracked). The payment confirmation document must list all departing persons by name, length of stay and hotel details. - Option "B": Payment for the hotel - - To cover the cost of accommodation, confirmation of payment for the hotel by the applicant is required (a fax/scanned copy on letterhead with signature and stamp, or a printed reservation from the electronic booking system and confirmation of payment where payment for a specific hotel is tracked). The payment confirmation document must list all departing persons by name, length of stay and hotel details. 3.2. Finance: - To cover daily expenses (a recent bank statement with movements for the last 3 months in the original or a certificate of purchase of foreign currency, etc.) at the rate of 50 euros per day of stay per person or the equivalent in another freely convertible currency (but not less than 500 euros for the entire duration of the trip). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you haven't bought yet, click here (#) 1. Invitation from a Bulgarian or foreign legal entity in accordance with the "Pokana Declaration" (there are 3 samples): А) "by an individual or legal entity that is perverted under the Targovsky Law for business purposes"; B) "by a legal entity registered under the Non-Profit Legal Entities Act"; C) "by a representative of a foreign legal entity registered in accordance with Art. 24 of the Investment Incentives Law"), certified by a notary public and the competent administrative control bodies for foreigners of the Migration Department at the place of registration of the legal entity with the Police of the Republic of Bulgaria (original and photocopy) The Pokana Declaration is valid for 6 months from the date of certification by the relevant authorities. 2. Certificate from the place of work for 3 months on a letterhead with the organisation's seal, stating the applicant's address, work telephone number, position and salary, indicating the start and end dates of the employment contract with the signature of the responsible person (the certificate is valid for 1 month). - For individual entrepreneurs - a copy of the certificate of registration of an individual entrepreneur, a certificate of registration of a taxpayer identification number and a tax return for the last 3 months. - Pensioners provide a copy of the pension certificate and a certificate of the amount of the pension received. - Pupils and students must also enclose a certificate from the educational institution or a pupil/student card stating that they are currently a pupil or student. - For freelancers and artisans: a certificate of the last tax paid; - For unemployed and other persons: a copy of the pages of the employment record book for the last 3 years with personal data. Documents proving the applicant's ties with the Republic of Belarus (e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificates of the applicant, his children living in Belarus), documents proving the financial/economic situation in Belarus (e.g. bank statement for the last three months, spouse's income certificate). 3. Documents proving financial security and means of accommodation for the trip: 3.1. From the inviting organisation: A written statement from the inviting organisation on company letterhead that they will cover all expenses incurred in the Schengen area and can provide accommodation and food for the duration of the trip (with a specific residential address - hotel or if the host provides accommodation elsewhere, the exact address of the accommodation must be stated in writing on company letterhead with the signature and seal of the organisation/company. 3.2. From the Belarusian employer: a letter of guarantee from the Belarusian employer in Russian language on payment of all expenses during the stay in the Schengen area, confirming the business trip and that all financial expenses related to the business trip will be covered by the employer (with a specific accommodation address - hotel, private apartment, etc.). 3.3. From the applicant: - to cover daily expenses (a recent bank statement with movements for the last 3 months in the original or a receipt for the purchase of currency, etc.) at the rate of 50 euros per day of stay per person or the equivalent in another freely convertible currency (but not less than 500 euros for the entire duration of the trip). - To cover the cost of accommodation, confirmation of payment for the hotel by the applicant (a facsimile/scanned copy on letterhead with signature and stamp, or a printed reservation from the electronic booking system and proof of payment where payment for a particular hotel is tracked). The proof of payment document must list all departing persons by name, length of stay and hotel details. To apply for a multiple-entry visa for a business trip of more than 1 year, a letter on the letterhead of a Bulgarian legal entity is also required, confirming the existence of permanent business contacts and joint business activities with a company from the Republic of Belarus in connection with upcoming trips to the Republic of Bulgaria (a joint venture agreement may be provided). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you haven't bought yet, click here (#) 1. A letter of invitation from the Bulgarian host on the official letterhead of the organisation, stating the personal data of the invited person, the place where the documents are to be submitted (e.g. Minsk), the dates and purpose of the visit, the list of participants with the seal and signature of the responsible person and the obligatory guarantees: Guarantees that the persons applying for an entry Schengen visa (civil servants; members of train, refrigerator and locomotive crews; telegraph and postal employees, as well as freight forwarders accompanying goods on international trips; drivers and crew members of vehicles accompanying humanitarian aid cargoes, journalists, etc.)) for Bulgaria, according to the official invitation from the Bulgarian side. Explanation: А) Members of train, refrigerator and locomotive crews, postal employees and freight forwarders accompanying goods on international trains passing through the territory of Bulgaria are issued visas on the basis of nominal lists and itinerary sheets. B) Drivers and crew members of vehicles transporting passengers and goods by road between the Republic of Belarus and the Republic of Bulgaria or through the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria must present professional driving licences of national and international standards and their photocopies. The letter of invitation must confirm that the costs of the stay will be covered or that there is no such obligation: - If the host party is covering the costs, proof of sponsorship by the inviting party or a letter of sponsorship from the sending organisation or other proof of financial solvency is required, as well as proof of 100% payment for the hotel from the Bulgarian side on official letterhead with stamp and signature. - If the host party does not provide accommodation (this must be stated in the invitation letter), it is also necessary to attach documents confirming accommodation and confirmation of 100% payment for the hotel by the Belarusian side on official letterhead with seal and signature. The invitation letter is only valid for a specific trip. Submit a request on the official letterhead of the Belarusian organisation, stating the details of the person invited, the date and purpose of the visit, a list of participants with the seal and signature of the person responsible. The letter of invitation must state whether the cost of the stay will be covered. 2. Certificate from the place of work for 3 months on a letterhead with the organisation's seal, indicating the applicant's address, work telephone number, position, and salary, indicating the start and end dates of the employment contract with the signature of the responsible person (the certificate is valid for 1 month). 3. Documents proving financial support for the trip: - To cover daily expenses (a recent bank statement with movements for the last 3 months in the original or a certificate of purchase of currency, etc.) at the rate of 50 euros per day of stay per person or the equivalent in another freely convertible currency (but not less than 500 euros for the entire duration of the trip). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you haven't bought yet, click here (#). 1. A letter of invitation from the Bulgarian host party (Ministry of Culture/Sport/Education, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, educational institutions, local mayor's offices, sports clubs, associations, etc.) on the official letterhead of the organisation, stating the data of the invited person, where the documents are to be submitted (e.g. Minsk), the dates and purpose of the visit, the list of participants with the seal and signature of the responsible person and the mandatory guarantees: А) guarantees that the visa applicants will participate in the event and apply for a Schengen entry visa to travel to Bulgaria in accordance with the official invitation from the Bulgarian side; B) guarantees that the list of persons applying for visas has been officially approved by the sending Party and does not include persons residing in Bulgaria for purposes other than direct participation in the event. The letter of invitation must confirm that the costs of the stay will be covered or that there is no such obligation: - If the host is paying for the stay, proof of sponsorship from the inviting party or a letter of sponsorship from the sending organisation or other proof of financial solvency is required, as well as proof of 100% payment for the hotel from the Bulgarian side on official letterhead with stamp and signature. This confirmation must also be sent from the Bulgarian side to the Embassy's e-mail address (before submitting the documents to the Visa Application Centre) reg.consular.minsk@mfa.bg (mailto: reg.consular.minsk@mfa.bg) . - If the host party does not provide accommodation (must be stated in the letter of invitation), it is necessary to attach additional documents confirming accommodation and confirmation of 100% payment for the hotel by the Belarusian side on official letterhead with stamp and signature. (There are 3 categories): - "Cultural Exchange: A letter of invitation from the Ministry of Culture or the head of the municipality concerned. Programme of a guest performance or tour (number of performances with dates and venues). A list of all participants and their roles (e.g. orchestra member, dancer, lighting designer, etc.). - "Research or Teaching": A letter of invitation from the Ministry of Education or a relevant educational institution. - "Sporting Event": A letter of invitation from the Ministry of Sport or the relevant sports club. A list of all participants with information about the function of each participant (e.g., athlete, coach, doctor, etc.). The invitation letter is only valid for a specific trip. Submit a request on the official letterhead of the Belarusian organisation stating the details of the invited person, the date and purpose of the visit, a list of participants with the seal and signature of the responsible person. The letter of invitation must state whether the cost of the stay will be covered. 2. Certificate from the place of work for 3 months on a letterhead with the organisation's seal, indicating the applicant's address, work telephone number, position and salary, indicating the start and end dates of the employment contract with the signature of the responsible person (the certificate is valid for 1 month). - For individual entrepreneurs - a copy of the certificate of registration of the individual entrepreneur, the certificate of registration of the taxpayer identification number and the tax return for the last 3 months. - Pensioners must provide a copy of their pension certificate and a certificate stating the amount of the pension received. - Pupils and students must also enclose a certificate from the educational institution or a pupil/student card stating that they are currently a pupil or student. - For freelancers and artisans: a certificate of the last tax paid; - For unemployed and other persons: a copy of the pages of the employment record book for the last 3 years with personal data. Documents proving the applicant's ties with the Republic of Belarus (e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificates of the applicant, his children living in Belarus), documents proving the financial/economic situation in Belarus (e.g. bank statement for the last three months, spouse's income certificate). 3. Proof of sufficient funds for travel If the "Tour Programme" does not include meals, it is necessary to provide proof of sufficient funds for the trip (a recent bank statement showing the movement of funds for 3 months) at the rate of 50 euros per day of stay per person (but not less than 500 euros for the entire duration of the trip). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

1. A written application from the applicant to the relevant consul, stating the need for an urgent visa (death/burial, serious illness or an incident that has occurred on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria and threatens the life or health of the applicant's close relatives). 2. Additional documents confirming the purpose of the journey: death certificate, documents confirming the family relationship, medical documents, etc. Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you haven't bought yet, click here. 1. A notarial deed of sale and purchase (original + legible photocopy - seals and signatures should be clearly visible). Note: - For spouses and children, it is necessary to attach documents confirming the relationship (copies of marriage/birth certificates and other documents issued by the registry office). If the property was purchased more than a year ago, it is necessary to attach documents confirming the payment of taxes for the previous year. - Invited persons (friends) must present a notarial deed and a notarially certified residence permit for the required period from the owner (all owners - if there are several), stating the address of the property, the full names of the inviter and the invited persons (the original must be provided with an accredited translation + consular certification of the signature of an accredited translator), as well as documents confirming the payment of taxes for the previous year. 2. Certificate from the place of work for 3 months on a letterhead with the organisation's seal, indicating the applicant's address, work telephone number, position and salary, indicating the start and end dates of the employment contract with the signature of the responsible person (the certificate is valid for 1 month). - For individual entrepreneurs, a copy of the certificate of registration of an individual entrepreneur, a copy of the registration certificate of a taxpayer identification number and a tax return for the last 3 months. - Pensioners provide a copy of the pension certificate and a certificate of the amount of the pension received. - Pupils and students must additionally attach a certificate from the educational institution or a pupil/student card that they are currently a pupil or student. - For freelancers and artisans: a certificate of the last tax paid; - For unemployed and other persons: a copy of the pages of the employment record book for the last 3 years with personal data. Documents proving the applicant's ties with the Republic of Belarus (e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificates of the applicant, his children living in Belarus), documents proving the financial/economic situation in Belarus (e.g. bank statement for the last three months, spouse's income certificate). 3. To cover daily expenses (a recent bank statement with movements for the last 3 months in the original or a certificate of purchase of foreign currency, etc.) at the rate of 50 euros per day of stay per person or the equivalent in another freely convertible currency (but not less than 500 euros for the entire duration of the trip). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

The Embassy would like to point out that transit visas for travelling through the Schengen countries by land should be applied for at the diplomatic mission of the country of first entry into the Schengen area. Information on transit visas. The Embassy points out that transit visas for travelling through the Schengen States by land should be applied for at the diplomatic mission of the country of first entry into the Schengen area. 1. A photocopy of the visa of the destination point (country) and: - If the applicant is eligible for a visa-free regime - it is necessary to provide documents confirming the purpose of the trip (invitation; property documents; paid hotel reservations (faxed/scanned copy on letterhead with signature and stamp or printed paid reservation from electronic booking system. The confirmation must include the names of all travellers, dates of stay, details of the hotel or other accommodation in the destination country). - For drivers, a letter from the Association of International Road Carriers (ASMAP) and a letter of recommendation from the employer must be submitted. 2. Certificate of employment for 3 months on company letterhead with the organisation's seal, indicating the applicant's address, work telephone number, position and salary, indicating the start and end dates of the employment contract, with the signature of the responsible person (the certificate is valid for 1 month). -For sole traders - a copy of the IE registration certificate, UNP registration certificate and tax return for the last 3 months. - Pensioners must submit a copy of their pension certificate and a certificate of the amount of pension received. - Pupils and students should also enclose a certificate from an educational institution or a pupil/student card stating that he/she is currently a pupil or student. - For freelancers and craftsmen: a certificate of the last tax paid; Documents proving the applicant's ties with the Republic of Belarus (e.g. marriage certificate, birth certificates of the applicant, his/her children living in Belarus), documents proving the applicant's financial/economic status in Belarus (e.g. bank statement for the last three months, spouse's income certificate). 3. Proof of sufficient financial means for the trip (e.g. a current bank statement showing the movement of funds for the last 3 months in the original or a certificate of purchase of foreign currency, etc.) at the rate of EUR 50 per day of stay per person or the equivalent in another freely convertible currency (but not less than EUR 500 for the whole period of the trip). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.

Travel insurance is compulsory for all Schengen countries. If you don't already have one, click here. 1. 1. Declaration in the prescribed form from the host employer, registered with the Employment Agency under the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy. The declaration is valid for 6 months from the date of certification by the relevant authorities. 2. Documents proving financial and living expenses for the trip: 2.1 Host employer: - Copy of the employment contract between the applicant and the Bulgarian company. - Copy of the declaration according to Art. 32, par. 1, para. 3 of the Rules for the Application of the Labour Migration and Labour Mobility Act, the employer declares that he/she will provide accommodation, indicating the exact period and address of residence. *If the employer provides transport at his own expense, a copy of the employer's declaration on the provision of transport must also be submitted. 2.2 From the Belarusian employer: a letter of guarantee in Russian language on payment of all expenses during the journey to the Schengen area, confirming the business trip and that all financial expenses related to the business trip will be covered by the employer (with specific address of accommodation - hotel, private apartment, etc.). 2.3 From the candidate: - to cover the daily expenses (recent bank statement with 3 months of movements in original or currency purchase certificate, etc.) at the rate of €50 per day of stay per person or equivalent in other freely convertible currency (but not less than €500 for the entire duration of the trip). Note: The validity of the visa requested will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Article 24(2) of the Visa Code.