Bulgarian visa for Greek citizens
A visa is NOT required for Greek passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Greek citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Greek citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Greek 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 Greece, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Athens: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Athens, Greece (Working hours: Close now)
- Thessaloniki: The Consulate General of Bulgaria in Thessaloniki, Greece (Working hours: Close now)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Greece for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Greece traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Greece) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,004,036 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,045,017 | 4.08% |
| 2010 | 1,014,281 | -2.94% |
| 2011 | 1,075,753 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 993,791 | -7.62% |
| 2013 | 1,065,508 | 7.22% |
| 2014 | 983,545 | -7.69% |
| 2015 | 1,024,527 | 4.17% |
| 2016 | 1,157,062 | 12.94% |
| 2017 | 1,272,997 | 10.02% |
| 2018 | 1,290,313 | 1.36% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & Greece comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Greece is approximately 128,900 km2 (49,768 sq mi). This means Greece is 18.74% larger than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 3,481,548 fewer people than the population of Greece.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Greece’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Greece | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 10,172,900 | 3.5 million fewer people live in Bulgaria than Greece |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 135 | Bulgaria has 20 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Greece. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 141 | Bulgaria passport holders visit 12 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 249 | Bulgarian hosts 85 fewer foreign missions than Greece. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Greece travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Greece visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 1,290,313.
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