Bulgarian visa for Czech citizens
A visa is NOT required for Czech passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Czech citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Czech citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Czech citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Czech 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 Czech Republic, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Prague: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Prague, Czech Republic (Working hours: Close now)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Czech Republic for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Czech Republic traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Czech Republic) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 156,148 | N/A |
| 2009 | 167,417 | 7.22% |
| 2010 | 156,148 | -6.73% |
| 2011 | 169,026 | 8.25% |
| 2012 | 159,368 | -5.71% |
| 2013 | 165,807 | 4.04% |
| 2014 | 154,538 | -6.80% |
| 2015 | 160,978 | 4.17% |
| 2016 | 219,349 | 36.26% |
| 2017 | 209,218 | -4.62% |
| 2018 | 236,265 | 12.93% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & Czech Republic comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Czech Republic is approximately 77,240 km2 (29,822 sq mi). This means Czech Republic is 40.55% smaller than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 4,114,009 fewer people than the population of Czech Republic.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Czech Republic’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Czech Republic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 10,805,361 | 4.1 million fewer people live in Bulgaria than Czech Republic |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 116 | Bulgaria has 39 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Czech Republic. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 141 | Bulgaria passport holders visit 12 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 84 | Bulgarian hosts 80 more foreign missions than Czech Republic. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Czech Republic travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Czech Republic visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 236,265.
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