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Do citizens of Türkiye need a visa for Bulgaria?

Visa required

Yes. Türkiye passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule
Visa required
Length of stay
Set by the visa
Where to get it
Embassy or consulate
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Embassy or consulateDocument checklist

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.

Bulgaria missions in Türkiye

EmbassyAnkara

Embassy of Bulgaria in Ankara

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Address
Atatürk Bulvarı № 124, Ankara
Phone
+90 312 467 20 71+90 312 427 51 42
Email
embassy.ankara@mfa.bg
Website
mfa.bg
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 08:30-17:30
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
8,207
Visas issued
6,372
Refused
1,717
Refusal rate
21.2%
Multiple-entry share: 61%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
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Source: Wikidata Q85969177 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: May 22, 2026
Consulate GeneralIstanbul

Consulate-General of Bulgaria, Istanbul

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Address
Ahmet Adnan Saygun Caddesi 34, 34340, Istanbul
Phone
+90 212 281 01 14
Email
consulate.istanbul@mfa.bg
Website
mfa.bg
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 08:30-13:00;PH off
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
34,048
Visas issued
28,957
Refused
4,769
Refusal rate
14.1%
Multiple-entry share: 87%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
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Source: OpenStreetMap
See all: Bulgaria missions in Türkiye (4)

How a Schengen visa application works

  1. A Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid in all 29 Schengen countries.
  2. Apply at the consulate of the country that is the main purpose of the trip. If the purposes are equal, apply to the country where you will stay longest.
  3. Applications are accepted from 6 months until 15 days before the trip. A decision usually takes 15 calendar days and can take up to 45.
  4. Fingerprints are taken at the first application and can be reused for 59 months.
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Document checklist: Türkiye → 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.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

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

Türkiye missions in Bulgaria

  • Embassy of Turkey, SofiaEmbassy · Sofia · +359 2 981 0105See all
  • Consulate General of Turkey, PlovdivConsulate General · Plovdiv · +359 32 275 160See all
  • Consulate General of Turkey, BurgasConsulate General · BurgasSee all
Türkiye embassy & consulates in Bulgaria

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Türkiye need a visa for Bulgaria?

Yes. Türkiye passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Türkiye stay in Bulgaria?

The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.

Where is the Bulgaria embassy in Türkiye?

The Bulgaria embassy in Türkiye is located at Atatürk Bulvarı № 124, Ankara.