Japanese visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bulgarian passport holders visiting Japan for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bulgarian citizens to enter Japan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Japan e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Japan visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
Japan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Japan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Japan.
If you are looking for Japan 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 Japan nearest your place of residence.
- Sofia: The Embassy of Japan in Sofia, Bulgaria (Working hours: Close now)
Japan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Japan diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to Japan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,670 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,358 | -18.68% |
| 2010 | 1,722 | 26.80% |
| 2011 | 1,244 | -27.76% |
| 2012 | 1,672 | 34.41% |
| 2013 | 2,073 | 23.98% |
| 2014 | 2,683 | 29.43% |
| 2015 | 3,947 | 47.11% |
| 2016 | 4,808 | 21.81% |
| 2017 | 5,738 | 19.34% |
| 2018 | 6,238 | 8.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Japan & Bulgaria comparison
Japan's area is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 3.36 times smaller than Japan.
As of May 2024, Japan's population is ~125.0 million people - 118,215,972 more people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted Japan & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Japan | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 124,958,743 | 6,742,771 | 118.2 million more people live in Japan than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 247 | 155 | Japan has 92 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 142 | 129 | Japan passport holders can visit 13 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 421 | 164 | Japanese hosts 257 more foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to Japan in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting Japan in 2018 was approximately 6,238.
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- Travel time: 23 hours 31 minutes
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