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Bulgaria Visa for Nepali Citizens

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Nepali passport holders visiting Bulgaria as tourists use the Type C — Tourist. Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Processing time: 15 working days standard. Apply through Embassy of Bulgaria New Delhi. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)Stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024)
Processing time: 15 working days standard (10 working days minimum)
Where to apply: Embassy of Bulgaria New Delhi

At a glance

At a glance — Bulgaria Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)

Visa fee: EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee EUR ~30 added at intake.
Processing time: 15 working days standard (10 working days minimum); urgent applications expedited to 7–10 days.
Stay duration: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Visa validity: Single, double, or multiple-entry; validity 90 days to 5 years (most first-time grants are single-entry 90/180).
Entries: Single or Multiple.
Bank balance / financial proof: EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level for Bulgaria). Bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.
Where to apply: Lodge via VFS Global Bulgaria India (or directly at Embassy Bulgaria New Delhi). Documents + biometrics captured at VFS / Embassy. Decision delivered as visa sticker on passport.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)
Tourism, sightseeing, holiday, leisure travel within Bulgaria (and any other Schengen state).
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.
Processing
15 working days standard (10 working days minimum); urgent applications expedited to 7–10 days.
Fee
EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee EUR ~30 added at intake.
Business — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa)
Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions, after-sales support — no employment in Bulgaria.
Stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
15 working days; urgent 7–10 days.
Fee
EUR 90 + VFS service fee.
Transit — Type A — Airport Transit Visa
Transit through the international zone of Sofia (SOF) / Burgas (BOJ) / Varna (VAR) airports en route to a third country, without entering Schengen territory.
Stay
Up to 24 hours airside.
Processing
10–15 working days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Medical — Type C — Medical Treatment
Receive medical treatment / consultation in Bulgaria, or accompany a patient.
Stay
Up to 90 days per 180; renewable as Type D inside Bulgaria for longer treatment.
Processing
Variable; urgent cases expedited (5–10 days); non-urgent 15 days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Family Visit — Type C — Private Visit (Family / Friends)
Visit relatives or friends resident in Bulgaria.
Stay
Up to 90 days within 180.
Processing
15 working days.
Fee
EUR 90.
Student — Type D — Long-Stay Student
Full-time study at a Bulgarian higher education institution accredited by the National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency (NEAA) / Bulgarian-language preparatory year / approved exchange (Erasmus+ / bilateral).
Stay
Type D entry visa stay 6 or 12 months -> convert to Razreshenie za Prebivavane (Residence Permit, study basis) for course duration on arrival.
Processing
35 business days standard; up to 6 months for some grounds. Apply at least 45 days before intended travel.
Fee
EUR 100 (Type D 6-month) / EUR 200 (Type D 12-month) + BGN 500 (Razreshenie za Prebivavane, paid in-country at Migration Directorate).
Work — Type D — Long-Stay Work / Employment
Employment in Bulgaria. Bulgaria does NOT issue open work permits — visa is granted on the basis of a specific job offer + Bulgarian employer-sponsored work permit cleared by the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy.
Stay
Type D entry visa 6 or 12 months -> Razreshenie za Prebivavane (work basis), 1-year renewable; long-term residence after 5 years.
Processing
Full pathway from Nepal: 4–8 months. Step-by-step: (1) Bulgarian employer obtains work permit from Employment Agency / Ministry of Labour and Social Policy — 30–45 days; (2) migrant lodges Type D in person at Embassy New Delhi with work permit attached + interview — 35 business days; (3) Razreshenie za Prebivavane at Migration Directorate within 14 days of arrival — 15–30 days.
Fee
EUR 100 (Type D 6-month) / EUR 200 (Type D 12-month) + BGN 400 work-permit fee (employer-borne typically) + BGN 500 (Razreshenie za Prebivavane).
Other route — Type D — Family Reunion
Join a Bulgarian-citizen / Bulgarian-resident spouse, parent, or minor child in Bulgaria.
Stay
Type D entry stay 6 months -> Razreshenie za Prebivavane (family-reunion basis) aligned to sponsor relationship (1 / 3 / 5 years).
Processing
35 business days for Type D.
Fee
EUR 100 (Type D) + BGN 500 (Razreshenie za Prebivavane).
Religious — Type D — Religious / Humanitarian Worker
Religious / pastoral / humanitarian work for a Bulgarian-recognised religious community (Bulgarian Orthodox / Roman Catholic / Muslim / Jewish / Armenian Apostolic / etc.) or registered NGO.
Stay
Type D 6 or 12 months -> 1-year Razreshenie za Prebivavane, renewable.
Processing
35 business days.
Fee
EUR 100.
Retirement — Type D — Pensioner / Self-Sufficient (Bulgaria Investor / Golden Visa)
Retire / live self-sufficiently in Bulgaria on pension / passive income; investor track via Bulgarian Investor Programme ("Golden Visa") for high-net-worth applicants.
Stay
Pensioner Type D 6 or 12 months -> 1-year Razreshenie za Prebivavane, renewable. Investor track grants permanent residence directly + naturalisation pathway.
Processing
35 business days for Type D; Investor track 6–9 months for permanent residence + 5 years to citizenship.
Fee
EUR 100 (Pensioner Type D) / EUR 200+ (Investor Type D — additional investment-programme fees).
Diplomatic — Type D — Digital Nomad / Freelance Visa
Remote work for a foreign employer / freelance for foreign clients while living in Bulgaria. Bulgaria launched Digital Nomad Visa under the Foreigners Act revisions in 2024.
Stay
Type D 6 or 12 months -> 1-year Razreshenie za Prebivavane, renewable up to 4 years total.
Processing
35 business days.
Fee
EUR 100 (Type D) + EUR 100 application fee + BGN 500 (Razreshenie za Prebivavane).

Checklist

Required documents — Bulgaria tourist visa

25 required · 6 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)
Required
Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant)
Required
Schengen visa application form (downloaded from mfa.bg) + fees paid
Required
Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip)
Required
Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight)
Required
Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Bulgaria (and any onward Schengen stops)
Required
Travel medical insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical cover, valid in entire Schengen Area
Required
Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary
Required
VFS / Embassy appointment confirmation
Required
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Bulgaria visa

Mission: Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
Address: 16/17 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone: +91 11 2611 5012, +91 11 2611 5014
Email: bgconsuldelhi@yahoo.com, embassy.delhi@mfa.bg
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; consular section Mon / Wed / Fri 09:30–12:30 by appointment only — walk-ins not accepted for Nepal applicants.
Application centre: Embassy of Bulgaria New Delhi (interview required for Type D) + VFS Global Bulgaria — Type C: lodge online via VFS Global Bulgaria India OR submit at Embassy New Delhi. Type D: MUST be lodged in person at Embassy New Delhi (16/17 Chandragupta Marg) — Bulgarian Foreigners Act mandates a personal interview with no exceptions. There is no Bulgarian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu — Nepal applicants travel to New Delhi at least once for biometric capture and Type D interview.
Online portal: https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Income proof for Bulgarian visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — no need to submit all four. Pick the bundle that matches your active income source.
Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for a Bulgarian visa BEFORE travel — Nepal is on Schengen Annex I (visa-required nationalities). There is NO visa-on-arrival, NO eTA, and NO visa-waiver agreement.
CRITICAL — Bulgaria became a FULL Schengen member on 1 January 2025: a Bulgarian Type C visa is now a full Schengen Uniform Visa valid across all 29 Schengen states. For Nepali applicants this means a Bulgaria-issued Type C lets you also visit Germany, France, Italy, Romania, etc. on the same 90/180 day-clock.
Conversely — a valid + previously-used Schengen multiple-entry visa from any other Schengen state lets Nepalis enter Bulgaria VISA-FREE within the unused balance of the 90/180 budget. No separate Bulgarian Type C needed in that case.
There is NO Bulgarian embassy, consulate, or VFS centre in Kathmandu. Nepal applicants must travel to Embassy Bulgaria New Delhi (16/17 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri) at least once — Type D interview is mandatory under the Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act with no exceptions.
Type D long-stay path: 21 statutory grounds under the Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act (consolidated 2024) — employment / freelance / business / long-stay study / family reunification / pensioner / investor (Bulgarian Golden Visa) / digital nomad / scientific research / religious / medical / accompanying family / etc. Each ground has its own document checklist.
Bulgarian Type D visa is the gateway to a Bulgarian Residence Permit ("Razreshenie za Prebivavane") — issued for 6 or 12 months, must be converted to residence permit within 14 days of arrival at the Migration Directorate.
Common Nepali sectors: hospitality (Black Sea coast resorts Sunny Beach / Golden Sands / Albena — EUR 600–900/month), construction (Sofia + Plovdiv infrastructure — EUR 700–1,000/month), warehouse + factory work (Plovdiv-Pazardzhik industrial corridor, Stara Zagora — EUR 600–800/month), IT (Sofia tech corridor — EUR 1,500–3,500+/month).
Schengen post-2024 fee: Bulgarian Type C visa fee EUR 90 (adults, harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. Type D embassy application fee EUR 100 (6-month) or EUR 200 (12-month); reciprocity surcharges may apply.
Always disclose prior Schengen / EU / UK / US visa refusals — non-disclosure under Article 32(1)(b) of the Schengen Visa Code is grounds for refusal + future-application risk under VIS (Visa Information System).
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Bulgarian authorities without further consular legalisation.
EES (Entry/Exit System) is operational in all Schengen states including Bulgaria since 12 October 2025 — biometric registration on first Schengen entry; replaces passport-stamping.
ETIAS launching late 2026 — Nepal is NOT in ETIAS scope (visa-required nationals are exempt). Nepali applicants continue with full Schengen visa applications under VIS, not ETIAS.

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FAQ

Bulgaria visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Bulgaria visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Bulgaria as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Bulgaria for tourism use the Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa), which allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area.

How much is the Bulgaria tourist visa fee for Nepali citizens?

EUR 90 (Schengen-harmonised since 11 June 2024). Children 6–11: EUR 45. Children <6: free. VFS service fee EUR ~30 added at intake. Fees change, so confirm the current amount at https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria before paying (last reviewed 2026-05-04).

How long does a Bulgaria tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 working days standard (10 working days minimum); urgent applications expedited to 7–10 days.

What bank balance is required for a Bulgaria visa?

EUR 50 per day of stay minimum (Schengen-prescribed level for Bulgaria). Bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Bulgaria on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry into the Schengen Area (Type C — Tourist (Schengen Uniform Visa)).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Bulgaria tourist visa?

Lodge via VFS Global Bulgaria India (or directly at Embassy Bulgaria New Delhi). Documents + biometrics captured at VFS / Embassy. Decision delivered as visa sticker on passport.

What documents are required for a Bulgaria tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended Schengen departure + 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, ICAO-compliant); Schengen visa application form (downloaded from mfa.bg) + fees paid; Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent — minimum NPR ~6 lakh for 90-day trip); Confirmed return ticket (or full Schengen itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation for full stay in Bulgaria (and any onward Schengen stops); Travel medical insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical cover, valid in entire Schengen Area; Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary.

Which Bulgaria mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), 16/17 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2611 5012. Applications are lodged at Embassy of Bulgaria New Delhi (interview required for Type D) + VFS Global Bulgaria, Type C: lodge online via VFS Global Bulgaria India OR submit at Embassy New Delhi. Type D: MUST be lodged in person at Embassy New Delhi (16/17 Chandragupta Marg) — Bulgarian Foreigners Act mandates a personal interview with no exceptions. There is no Bulgarian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu — Nepal applicants travel to New Delhi at least once for biometric capture and Type D interview.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Bulgaria business visa?

Yes — Type C — Business (Schengen Uniform Visa). Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, trade missions, after-sales support — no employment in Bulgaria. Processing: 15 working days; urgent 7–10 days.

Is there an official online portal for the Bulgaria visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria.

How is the Bulgaria visa fee paid?

Visa, MasterCard, AmEx at Embassy New Delhi or VFS Global (EUR billing — Type C EUR 90, Type D EUR 100). Inside Bulgaria, BGN (Bulgarian lev) cash / card at the Migration Directorate of the Ministry of Interior for residence-permit fees.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Bulgaria visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Bulgaria visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: May 4, 2026

https://www.mfa.bg/en/services-travel/consular-services/travel-bulgaria/visa-bulgaria — official Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa hub
https://www.mfa.bg/en/embassies/india — Embassy of Bulgaria in New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
https://visa.vfsglobal.com — VFS Global Bulgaria intake partner for India / Nepal Type C applications
Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act (consolidated 2024) — primary domestic legislation, lists 21 statutory grounds for Type D long-stay visa
Bulgaria achieved FULL Schengen membership on 1 January 2025 (uniform Schengen visa issuance since 31 March 2024, land borders fully integrated 1 January 2025)
Schengen Visa Code Regulation (EC) 810/2009 — primary legal basis for Bulgarian Type C Uniform Visas
Bulgarian Citizenship Act Article 12a — Investor (Golden Visa) fast-track to citizenship in 5 years (vs. standard 10)
Bulgarian Religious Denominations Act 2002 — recognises 4 traditional religions (Eastern Orthodox / Islam / Catholicism / Judaism); registered communities can sponsor Type D Religious workers
Schengen visa fee EUR 90 (adults) effective 11 June 2024 — Bulgaria harmonised at this rate post-accession
EES (Entry/Exit System) operational in Bulgaria since 12 October 2025; ETIAS launching late 2026 (Nepal not in ETIAS scope — visa-required nationals continue with full Schengen visas under VIS)
Bulgarian Type D fee EUR 100 (6-month) / EUR 200 (12-month) — embassy application fee for all 21 statutory long-stay grounds
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued public documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA on/after that date are accepted by Bulgarian authorities

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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