Bulgarian visa for Austrian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Austrian passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Austrian citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Austrian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Austrian citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Austrian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bulgaria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bulgaria.
If you are looking for Bulgaria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Austria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Vienna: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Vienna, Austria (Working hours: Close now)
- Vienna: The Consulate of Bulgaria in Vienna, Austria (Working hours: Close now)
- Salzburg: The Consulate General of Bulgaria in Salzburg, Austria (Working hours: Close now)
- Vienna: The Permanent Representation of Bulgaria in Vienna, Austria (Working hours: Close now)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Austria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Austria traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Austria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 173,273 | N/A |
| 2009 | 183,775 | 6.06% |
| 2010 | 169,773 | -7.62% |
| 2011 | 168,023 | -1.03% |
| 2012 | 182,024 | 8.33% |
| 2013 | 183,775 | 0.96% |
| 2014 | 169,773 | -7.62% |
| 2015 | 175,024 | 3.09% |
| 2016 | 204,489 | 16.83% |
| 2017 | 216,986 | 6.11% |
| 2018 | 217,541 | 0.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & Austria comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Austria is approximately 82,409 km2 (31,818 sq mi). This means Austria is 31.73% smaller than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 2,571,728 fewer people than the population of Austria.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Austria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Austria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 9,263,080 | 2.6 million fewer people live in Bulgaria than Austria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 98 | Bulgaria has 57 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Austria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 143 | Bulgaria passport holders visit 14 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 280 | Bulgarian hosts 116 fewer foreign missions than Austria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Austria travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Austria visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 217,541.
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- Travel time: 2 hours 29 minutes
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