Bulgaria Tourist Visa

What is a tourist visa?

A tourist visa is issued for holidays, sightseeing, culture and personal travel. It does not grant the right to work or long-term residence; it covers a stay for tourism purposes within a defined period.

Bulgaria is a neighbouring Schengen route with Black Sea coasts, affordable holidays and historic cities.

Key documents for a Bulgaria tourist visa

• Round-trip flight reservation and a day-by-day travel itinerary
• Travel health insurance covering the whole trip with min. €30,000 coverage
• Hotel reservation or accommodation declaration
• Last 3 months’ bank statement showing you can finance the trip
• Ties supporting your return to Türkiye (job, property, family)

Document requirements vary by your profile (employee, business owner, student, retired). See the full Bulgaria document checklist for the complete, profile-based list.

Tips

• Your bank balance should be proportionate to the trip’s length and standard; large last-minute deposits raise questions.
• Keep your itinerary consistent with your flight and hotel reservations.
• For first-time applicants, a modest, clearly-planned trip improves approval chances.

Frequently Asked Questions