Bulgarian visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese 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 Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 29 minutes)
- Fukuoka: The Consulate of Bulgaria in Fukuoka, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 29 minutes)
- Osaka: The Consulate of Bulgaria in Osaka, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 29 minutes)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 389,572 | N/A |
| 2009 | 386,809 | -0.71% |
| 2010 | 407,568 | 5.37% |
| 2011 | 426,507 | 4.65% |
| 2012 | 440,863 | 3.37% |
| 2013 | 464,925 | 5.46% |
| 2014 | 492,761 | 5.99% |
| 2015 | 478,473 | -2.90% |
| 2016 | 556,185 | 16.24% |
| 2017 | 598,714 | 7.65% |
| 2018 | 625,000 | 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 & Japan comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 3.36 times bigger than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 117,887,962 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 124,579,314 | 117.9 million fewer people live in Bulgaria than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 247 | Bulgaria has 92 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 142 | Bulgaria passport holders visit 13 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 421 | Bulgarian hosts 257 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 625,000.
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