Bulgarian visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Portuguese passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Portuguese citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese 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 Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Lisbon: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Lisbon, Portugal (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 5 minutes)
- Lisbon: The Consulate of Bulgaria in Lisbon, Portugal (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 5 minutes)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Portugal for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 36,414 | N/A |
| 2009 | 36,156 | -0.71% |
| 2010 | 38,096 | 5.37% |
| 2011 | 39,866 | 4.65% |
| 2012 | 41,208 | 3.37% |
| 2013 | 43,457 | 5.46% |
| 2014 | 46,059 | 5.99% |
| 2015 | 44,724 | -2.90% |
| 2016 | 51,988 | 16.24% |
| 2017 | 55,963 | 7.65% |
| 2018 | 58,420 | 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 & Portugal comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 18.53% smaller than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 3,357,504 fewer people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 10,048,856 | 3.4 million fewer people live in Bulgaria than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 128 | Bulgaria has 27 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 141 | Bulgaria passport holders visit 12 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 150 | Bulgarian hosts 14 more foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 58,420.
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Useful Information
- Sofia to Lisbon: 3387.48 km (2104.88 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 3 minutes
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