Do citizens of Ireland need a visa for Bulgaria?

Visa-free

No. Ireland passport holders can enter Bulgaria without a visa.

Entry rule: Visa-free
Length of stay: Not specified
Where to get it: No visa needed
Last checked: Nov 9, 2026

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Document checklist: Ireland → Bulgaria

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
Return or onward ticket.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Bulgaria missions in Ireland

EmbassyDublin

embassy of Bulgaria in Ireland, Dublin

Data completeness75%

Address

22 Burlington Road, Dublin

Website

mfa.bg

Opening hours

Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30

Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

Year 2025

Applications: 312
Visas issued: 281
Refused: 7
Refusal rate: 2.4%

Multiple-entry share: 64%

Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

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Ireland missions in Bulgaria

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