Bulgaria Schengen Visa from United Kingdom

For UK citizens traveling to Bulgaria, applying for a visa is essential. Bulgaria is a Schengen destination, and you can apply for various visa types, including Tourist, Business, and Family Visits. Ensure you have all necessary documents ready for your application at one of the designated Bulgaria Visa Application Centers located in London, Manchester, or Edinburgh.

3 visa centres·4 visa types·Starts at £35·Processed by VFS

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Tourist TOU	Business BUS	Family and Friends Visit VFF	Family Members of EU Citizens (excluding Bulgarian Nationals) EU
London Bulgaria Visa Application Center - London
Manchester Bulgaria Visa Application Center - Manchester
Edinburgh Bulgaria Visa Application Center - Edinburgh

Bulgaria visa centres in United Kingdom

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Document checklist

The visa application process requires specific documents, including a valid passport, recent photographs, travel insurance, proof of accommodation, and financial means to support your stay. Additionally, depending on the visa type, you may need to provide an invitation letter or proof of business activities. Review the complete list of required documents to ensure a smooth application process.

Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Passport data pages and visa copies
Required
Photocopies of the passport data pages and current and previous expired visas.
Passport-style photograph
Required
1 recent (≤6 months) passport-style photo, full front, white background
Proof of funds threshold
Required
Evidence that the applicant possesses the required financial resources for subsistence amounting to EUR 50 per day of stay, but at least EUR 500 in total, or equivalent in another convertible currency.
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Confirmed return travel tickets
Required
Confirmed return travel tickets showing the applicant's name and travel dates.
UK residence permit (or UK immigration status share code)
Required
Valid UK residence permit card showing the applicant’s right to reside in the UK; if no card is available or the digital permit is valid longer than the card, a UK Home Office immigration status share code printout is acceptable. Share code page: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
Self-employment confirmation letter from accountant, banker or solicitor
Required in some cases
Recent official headed letter from an accountant, banker or solicitor stating the applicant's self-employment or business ownership in the United Kingdom.
👔Self Employed📘Regular
Birth certificate with certified translation
Required in some cases
Original and copy of the child's birth certificate together with a certified translation.
📘Regular👶Travelling with children
Proof of ownership or lease of boat/yacht
Required in some cases
Documents proving ownership or lease of a boat or yacht used for accommodation or travel.
📘Regular
Car insurance
Required in some cases
Vehicle insurance document for travel by car.
📘Regular
Car registration document
Required in some cases
Vehicle registration document required when the applicant travels by car.
📘Regular
Declaration of consent for minor
Required in some cases
Declaration of consent for minor children signed by both parents for visa applications involving children below 18.
📘Regular👶Travelling with children
Driver joint travel letter
Required in some cases
Signed and dated cover letter from the driver confirming joint travel with the applicant and travel dates, required when the applicant is not the driver.
📘Regular
Driver's driving licence
Required in some cases
Driving licence of the driver for travel by car.
📘Regular
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed📘Regular
Return or onward travel booking
Required in some cases
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
📘Regular
Host passport bio page copy
Required in some cases
Copy of the host's passport biographical page.
📘Regular
Hotel booking confirmation
Required in some cases
Proof of accommodation such as a half-paid or fully paid hotel booking confirmation.
🏠Hotel📘Regular, Xxa, Xxb
Copies of both parents' passports
Required in some cases
Original and copy of both parents' passports for minor applicants.
📘Regular👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed📘Regular
Power of attorney or custody order
Required in some cases
Power of attorney or court order mentioning custody when one parent is not present for a minor applicant.
📘Regular👶Travelling with children
Real estate title deed or lease
Required in some cases
Document proving accommodation through ownership or lease of real estate.
📘Regular
Student status letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed letter from school/college/university confirming enrollment, hours per week, attendance
👔Student📘Regular
Letter from tax authorities
Required in some cases
Official letter from the tax authorities confirming the applicant’s tax status/registration, as requested for self-employed applicants.
👔Self Employed📘Regular

Booking your Bulgaria appointment

When scheduling your appointment at the Bulgaria Visa Application Center, choose a time that allows you to gather all necessary documents. Arrive early to avoid delays and ensure you have copies of your documents, as this can expedite the submission process. Be prepared for a brief interview regarding your travel plans and intentions in Bulgaria.