Salvadorian visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bulgarian passport holders visiting El Salvador for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bulgarian citizens to enter El Salvador for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | El Salvador e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | El Salvador visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
El Salvador tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in El Salvador.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from El Salvador.
If you are looking for El Salvador visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bulgaria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of El Salvador nearest your place of residence.
- Athens: The Consulate General of in Athens, ~ 549.63 kilometers (341.53 mi) away from Sofia, Bulgaria. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 56 minutes).
- Bratislava: The Consulate General of in Bratislava, ~ 886.43 kilometers (550.80 mi) away from Sofia, Bulgaria. (Working hours: Close now).
El Salvador visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest El Salvador diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to El Salvador from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 353 | N/A |
| 2009 | 260 | -26.35% |
| 2010 | 265 | 1.92% |
| 2011 | 292 | 10.19% |
| 2012 | 306 | 4.79% |
| 2013 | 334 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 295 | -11.68% |
| 2015 | 344 | 16.61% |
| 2016 | 405 | 17.73% |
| 2017 | 432 | 6.67% |
| 2018 | 451 | 4.40% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
El Salvador & Bulgaria comparison
El Salvador's area is approximately 20,720 km2 (8,000 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 5.24 times bigger than El Salvador.
As of October 2025, El Salvador's population is ~6.7 million people - 39,749 fewer people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted El Salvador & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| El Salvador | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,651,603 | 6,691,352 | 39749 fewer people live in El Salvador than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 94 | 155 | El Salvador has 61 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 97 | 129 | El Salvador passport holders visit 32 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 46 | 164 | Salvadorian hosts 118 fewer foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to El Salvador in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting El Salvador in 2018 was approximately 451.
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| Humidity | 49% | |
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| Sunrise | 11:57 AM | |
Useful Information
- San Salvador to Sofia: 11798.66 km (7331.34 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 34 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025