Bulgarian visa for Russian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Russian 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 Russian citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian 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 Russia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Moscow: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Moscow, Russia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 29 minutes)
- Yekaterinburg: The Consulate of Bulgaria in Yekaterinburg, Russia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 29 minutes)
- Saint Petersburg: The Consulate General of Bulgaria in Saint Petersburg, Russia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 29 minutes)
- Novosibirsk: The Consulate General of Bulgaria in Novosibirsk, Russia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 29 minutes)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 516,864 | N/A |
| 2009 | 527,305 | 2.02% |
| 2010 | 501,201 | -4.95% |
| 2011 | 495,980 | -1.04% |
| 2012 | 542,968 | 9.47% |
| 2013 | 506,422 | -6.73% |
| 2014 | 516,864 | 2.06% |
| 2015 | 493,989 | -4.43% |
| 2016 | 589,844 | 19.40% |
| 2017 | 565,754 | -4.08% |
| 2018 | 522,085 | -7.72% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & Russia comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 150.86 times bigger than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 139,534,978 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 146,226,330 | 139.5 million fewer people live in Bulgaria than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 242 | Bulgaria has 87 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 78 | Bulgaria passport holders can visit 51 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 242 | Bulgarian hosts 78 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 522,085.
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