Jamaican visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bulgarian passport holders visiting Jamaica for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bulgarian citizens to enter Jamaica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Jamaica e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Jamaica visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Eligible | |
Jamaica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Jamaica.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Jamaica.
If you are looking for Jamaica 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 Jamaica nearest your place of residence.
- Istanbul: The Honorary Consulate of in Istanbul, ~ 324.74 kilometers (201.78 mi) away from Sofia, Bulgaria. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 53 minutes).
- Athens: The Consulate of in Athens, ~ 543.41 kilometers (337.66 mi) away from Sofia, Bulgaria. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 53 minutes).
Jamaica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Jamaica diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to Jamaica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 353 | N/A |
| 2009 | 366 | 3.68% |
| 2010 | 384 | 4.92% |
| 2011 | 390 | 1.56% |
| 2012 | 397 | 1.79% |
| 2013 | 402 | 1.26% |
| 2014 | 416 | 3.48% |
| 2015 | 425 | 2.16% |
| 2016 | 436 | 2.59% |
| 2017 | 471 | 8.03% |
| 2018 | 495 | 5.10% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Jamaica & Bulgaria comparison
Jamaica's area is approximately 10,830 km2 (4,181 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 10.02 times bigger than Jamaica.
As of November 2025, Jamaica's population is ~3.0 million people - 3,665,040 fewer people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted Jamaica & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Jamaica | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,026,312 | 6,691,352 | 3.7 million fewer people live in Jamaica than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 155 | Jamaica has 70 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 58 | 129 | Jamaica passport holders visit 71 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 59 | 164 | Jamaican hosts 105 fewer foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to Jamaica in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting Jamaica in 2018 was approximately 495.
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- Travel time: 22 hours 1 minutes
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