Bulgarian visa for Indian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Indian passport holders visiting Bulgaria for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Indian citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Indian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Indian citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Indian 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 India, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- New Delhi: The Embassy of Bulgaria in New Delhi, India (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 3 minutes)
- Kolkata: The Honorary Consulate of Bulgaria in Kolkata, India (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 3 minutes)
- Hyderabad: The Honorary Consulate of Bulgaria in Hyderabad, India (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 3 minutes)
- Mumbai: The Honorary Consulate of Bulgaria in Mumbai, India (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 3 minutes)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to India for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from India traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (India) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 167,620 | N/A |
| 2009 | 166,431 | -0.71% |
| 2010 | 175,363 | 5.37% |
| 2011 | 183,512 | 4.65% |
| 2012 | 189,689 | 3.37% |
| 2013 | 200,042 | 5.46% |
| 2014 | 212,019 | 5.99% |
| 2015 | 205,871 | -2.90% |
| 2016 | 239,308 | 16.24% |
| 2017 | 257,607 | 7.65% |
| 2018 | 268,917 | 4.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & India comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of India is approximately 2,973,190 km2 (1,147,954 sq mi). This means India is 27.39 times bigger than Bulgaria.
As of November 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 1,441,623,250 fewer people than the population of India.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & India’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | India | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 1,448,314,602 | 1.4 billion fewer people live in Bulgaria than India |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 186 | Bulgaria has 31 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with India. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 28 | Bulgaria passport holders can visit 101 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 466 | Bulgarian hosts 302 fewer foreign missions than India. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from India travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from India visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 268,917.
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