Russian visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bulgarian passport holders visiting Russia 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 Russia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Russia e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Russia visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
Russia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Russia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Russia.
If you are looking for Russia 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 Russia nearest your place of residence.
- Sofia: The Embassy of Russia in Sofia, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes)
- Plovdiv: The Honorary Consulate of Russia in Plovdiv, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes)
- Burgas: The Honorary Consulate of Russia in Burgas, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes)
- Varna: The Consulate General of Russia in Varna, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes)
- Ruse: The Consulate General of Russia in Ruse, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes)
- Sofia: The Consular office of Russia in Sofia, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 25 minutes)
Russia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Russia diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to Russia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 40,877 | N/A |
| 2009 | 40,877 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 43,354 | 6.06% |
| 2011 | 40,051 | -7.62% |
| 2012 | 42,115 | 5.15% |
| 2013 | 39,638 | -5.88% |
| 2014 | 40,464 | 2.08% |
| 2015 | 41,702 | 3.06% |
| 2016 | 41,290 | -0.99% |
| 2017 | 39,191 | -5.08% |
| 2018 | 40,836 | 4.20% |
| 2019 | 41,083 | 0.60% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Russia & Bulgaria comparison
Russia's area is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 150.86 times smaller than Russia.
As of October 2025, Russia's population is ~146.2 million people - 139,534,978 more people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted Russia & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Russia | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 146,226,330 | 6,691,352 | 139.5 million more people live in Russia than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 242 | 155 | Russia has 87 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 78 | 129 | Russia passport holders visit 51 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 242 | 164 | Russian hosts 78 more foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to Russia in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting Russia in 2019 was approximately 41,083.
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