๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฌBulgaria Visa for Vietnamese Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa required

Vietnamese passport holders need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Apply at a Bulgaria embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Vietnamese citizens apply for a Bulgaria visa

Bulgaria visa cost for Vietnamese citizens

Short-stay Schengen visa (Type C) - tourism/visit

EUR 90 (~$97)

Up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial source
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E-visa

Fee not published by Bulgaria

official source
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Applications are handled via VFS Global โ€” service fee approx. varies INR 3080 (India, incl. GST); varies by centre, e.g. THB 1,554 (~EUR 42) Thailand, IDR 615,000 Indonesia, EUR 22.8 Russia, EUR 25 Belarus, MVR 2,070 Maldives, varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 ยท sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Vietnamese applicants

The exact documents Vietnamese citizens must submit for Bulgaria, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

touristBusiness Visit

The visa applicants have to present a valid travel medical insurance covering the entire period of planned stay with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance must be able to cover all expenses that may be incurred in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or hospital treatment in case of emergency or death on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. - Application form Completed application form signed by the traveler - Passport The passport should be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure and should have at least two empty pages. A color photocopy of the last Bulgarian and Schengen visas or visas for the UK and the US, if any - Photo 2 recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-size photo (3,5cm x 4,5cm) with a white background. - Travel medical insurance Proof of travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Member States and covering the entire period of stay applied for. The insurance shall cover outpatient, hospital and repatriation expenses due to illness or death, with an amount of not less than โ‚ฌ30,000. - Proof of accommodation: for the whole duration of the intended stay. - Proof of solvency of the applicant: bank statements from the last 3 months, no deposits account. - For employees: - a sealed copy of the business license of the employing company - a letter from the employer (in English, or in Chinese with an English translation) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning: - address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company - the name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer - the name of the applicant, position, salary and years of service - approval for leave or absence - Flight reservation: round trip reservation - Original invitation letter from the organizer of the event or the training (not older than 3 months) The invitation form shall be signed by the legal person issuing the invitation, stamped by a notary and verified by the local authorities for administrative control of foreigners (Migration Directorate of the MoI). The inviting person/company mails the original of the invitation form to the invited person โ€“ he/she submits it along with the visa application. - If the inviter provides the accommodation and bears the cost of living of applicant for the whole duration of stay, this information will need to be mentioned clearly in the original invitation letter stamped by a notary and verified by the local authorities for administrative control of foreigners (Migration Directorate of the MoI). CHECKLIST FOR BUSINESS

transitTransit Visa

The visa applicants have to present a valid travel medical insurance covering the entire period of planned stay with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance must be able to cover all expenses that may be incurred in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or hospital treatment in case of emergency or death on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. - Application form Completed application form signed by the traveler - Passport The passport should be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure and should have at least two empty pages. A color photocopy of the passport and bio data page; A color photocopy of the last Bulgarian and Schengen visas or visas for the UK and the US, if any - Photo - 2 recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-size photo (3,5cm x 4,5cm) with a white background. - Proof of ensured transport for transit passage and a copy of these documents and/or proof of financial resources possessed to continue the journey - Proof of the required financial resources possessed for the sustention of each transit passage amounting to a minimum of EUR 50 or their equivalent in another convertible foreign currency, and in case of transit by road with a vehicle driven by the person โ€“ additional funds amounting to a minimum of EUR 200 or their equivalent in any convertible foreign currency - A valid insurance policy and a copy thereof issued by an insurance company licensed to operate on the territory of the European Union with a minimum amount of coverage 2 of EUR 30 000. The policy should cover repatriation costs as well as emergency medical aid and treatment costs for each of the transit journeys CHECKLIST FOR TRANSIT

touristMedical Treatment visit

The visa applicants have to present a valid travel medical insurance covering the entire period of planned stay with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance must be able to cover all expenses that may be incurred in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or hospital treatment in case of emergency or death on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. - Application form Completed application form signed by the traveler - Passport The passport should be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure and should have at least two empty pages. A color photocopy of the passport and bio data page; A color photocopy of the last Bulgarian and Schengen visas or visas for the UK and the US, if any - Photo 2 recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-size photo (3,5cm x 4,5cm) with a white background. - Travel medical insurance Proof of travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Member States and covering the entire period of stay applied for. The insurance shall cover outpatient, hospital and repatriation expenses due to illness or death, with an amount of not less than โ‚ฌ30,000. - Proof of accommodation: for the whole duration of the intended stay. - Proof of solvency of the applicant: bank statements from the last 3 months, no deposits account. - For employees: - a sealed copy of the business license of the employing company - a letter from the employer (in English, or in Chinese with an English translation) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning: - address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company - the name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer - the name of the applicant, position, salary and years of service - approval for leave or absence - Flight reservation: round trip reservation - Substantiation of the purpose of the journey: A certificate from the medical facility issued under the respective procedures with a specified treatment plan, a discharge summary from a local hospital - Minors (under 18 years of age): student card and original letter of the school, mentioning: - full address, telephone number of the school - permission for absence - name and function of the person giving the permission. - notary certificate of family relation or proof of guardianship, legalized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. - when the minor is travelling alone or only with one parent: notary certificate of permission to travel from both parents or legal guardians, legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and when not in China, attested by the relevant authorities in the parents'/legal guardians' country of residence. CHECKLIST FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT

touristTourist Visit

The visa applicants have to present a valid travel medical insurance covering the entire period of planned stay with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance must be able to cover all expenses that may be incurred in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or hospital treatment in case of emergency or death on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. - Application form Completed application form signed by the traveler - Passport The passport should be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure and should have at least two empty pages. A color photocopy of the passport and bio data page; A color photocopy of the last Bulgarian and Schengen visas or visas for the UK and the US, if any - Photo 2 recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-size photo (3,5cm x 4,5cm) with a white background. - Travel medical insurance Proof of travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Member States and covering the entire period of stay applied for. The insurance shall cover outpatient, hospital and repatriation expenses due to illness or death, with an amount of not less than โ‚ฌ30,000. - Proof of accommodation: for the whole duration of the intended stay. - Proof of solvency of the applicant: bank statements from the last 3 months, no deposits account. - For employees: - a sealed copy of the business license of the employing company - a letter from the employer (in English, or in Chinese with an English translation) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning: - address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company - the name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer - the name of the applicant, position, salary and years of service - approval for leave or absence - Flight reservation: round trip reservation - Minors (under 18 years of age): student card and original letter of the school, mentioning: - full address, telephone number of the school - permission for absence - name and function of the person giving the permission. - notary certificate of family relation or proof of guardianship, legalized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. - when the minor is travelling alone or only with one parent: notary certificate of permission to travel from both parents or legal guardians, legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and when not in China, attested by the relevant authorities in the parents'/legal guardians' country of residence. - For retired person: Proof of pension or other regular income. - For unemployed persons: - If married: letter of employment and income of the spouse and notary certificate of marriage, legalized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. - If single/divorced/widow/widower: Any other proof of regular income. CHECKLIST FOR TOURISM

studentCultural Exchange

The visa applicants have to present a valid travel medical insurance covering the entire period of planned stay with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance must be able to cover all expenses that may be incurred in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or hospital treatment in case of emergency or death on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. - Application form Completed application form signed by the traveler - Passport The passport should be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure and should have at least two empty pages. A color photocopy of the passport and bio data page; A color photocopy of the last Bulgarian and Schengen visas or visas for the UK and the US, if any - Photo 2 recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-size photo (3,5cm x 4,5cm) with a white background. - Travel medical insurance Proof of travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Member States and covering the entire period of stay applied for. The insurance shall cover outpatient, hospital and repatriation expenses due to illness or death, with an amount of not less than โ‚ฌ30,000. - Proof of accommodation: for the whole duration of the intended stay. - Proof of solvency of the applicant: bank statements from the last 3 months, no deposits account. - For employees: - a sealed copy of the business license of the employing company - a letter from the employer (in English, or in Chinese with an English translation) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning: - address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company - the name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer - the name of the applicant, position, salary and years of service - approval for leave or absence - Flight reservation: round trip reservation - Invitation Declaration: An invitation letter from the Ministry of Culture or from the mayor of the respective municipality - Minors (under 18 years of age): student card and original letter of the school, mentioning: - full address, telephone number of the school - permission for absence - name and function of the person giving the permission. - notary certificate of family relation or proof of guardianship, legalized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. - when the minor is travelling alone or only with one parent: notary certificate of permission to travel from both parents or legal guardians, legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and when not in China, attested by the relevant authorities in the parents'/legal guardians' country of residence. CHECKLIST FOR CULTURE EXCHANGE

touristPrivate Visit

The visa applicants have to present a valid travel medical insurance covering the entire period of planned stay with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance must be able to cover all expenses that may be incurred in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or hospital treatment in case of emergency or death on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. - Application form Completed application form signed by the traveler - Passport The passport should be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure and should have at least two empty pages. A photocopy of the last Bulgarian and Schengen visas or visas for the UK and the US, if any - Photo 1 recent (taken within the last 6 months) passport-size photo (3,5cm x 4,5cm) with a white background. - Travel medical insurance Proof of travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Member States and covering the entire period of stay applied for. The insurance shall cover outpatient, hospital and repatriation expenses due to illness or death, with an amount of not less than โ‚ฌ30,000. - Proof of solvency of the applicant: bank statements from the last 3 months, no deposits account. - For employees: - a sealed copy of the business license of the employing company - a letter from the employer (in English, or in Chinese with an English translation) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning: - address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company - the name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer - the name of the applicant, position, salary and years of service - approval for leave or absence - Flight reservation: round trip reservation - Original invitation letter (not older than 3 months) The invitation form shall be signed by the legal person issuing the invitation, stamped by a notary and verified by the local authorities for administrative control of foreigners (Migration Directorate of the MoI). The inviting person/company mails the original of the invitation form to the invited person โ€“ he/she submits it along with the visa application. - If the inviter provides the accommodation and bears the cost of living of applicant for the whole duration of stay, this information will need to be mentioned clearly in the original invitation letter stamped by a notary and verified by the local authorities for administrative control of foreigners (Migration Directorate of the MoI). - If inviter is individual, the followings are required: Details of inviter - copy of passport and ID card of inviter. Invitation letter must be approved by the competent authority with stamp. - For family visit: notary certificate of family relationship with the inviting person, legalized by MFA - Minors (under 18 years of age): student card and original letter of the school, mentioning: - full address, telephone number of the school - permission for absence - name and function of the person giving the permission. - notary certificate of family relation or proof of guardianship, legalized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. - when the minor is travelling alone or only with one parent: notary certificate of permission to travel from both parents or legal guardians, legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and when not in China, attested by the relevant authorities in the parents'/legal guardians' country of residence. - For retired person: Proof of pension or other regular income. - For unemployed persons: - If married: letter of employment and income of the spouse and notary certificate of marriage, legalized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. - If single/divorced/widow/widower: Any other proof of regular income. CHECKLIST FOR PRIVATE VISIT

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Bulgaria visa for Vietnamese citizens โ€” FAQ

Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

Vietnamese passport holders need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Apply at a Bulgaria embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

What documents do Vietnamese citizens need for Bulgaria?

A valid passport plus the Bulgaria document checklist for your visa type โ€” Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the Bulgaria visa cost for Vietnamese citizens?

The Bulgaria short-stay schengen visa (type c) - tourism/visit fee is EUR 90 (~$97). Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about varies INR 3080 (India, incl. GST); varies by centre, e.g. THB 1,554 (~EUR 42) Thailand, IDR 615,000 Indonesia, EUR 22.8 Russia, EUR 25 Belarus, MVR 2,070 Maldives.

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