Russia for citizens of Bulgaria

🔑 How to enter to Russia from Bulgaria

To enter Russia, Bulgarian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Russia, check whether your Bulgarian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Russia and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Bulgarian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Bulgarian passport. You are allowed to stay in Russia for 16 days.

✅ Requirements for Bulgarian citizens to visit Russia with tourist visa

• Bulgarian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Russia. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Bulgarian citizens on the territory of Russia is carried out on a commercial basis.

⚠ Citizens of Bulgaria must obtain a visa in advance before traveling to Russia.

A Russian tourist visa is required for Bulgarian citizens. At the discretion of the embassy staff, the visa can be issued strictly under the travel time line. When applying for a tourist visa to Russia, the applicant must be in person. You may applay for a Russian tourist visa online.

🏢 List of Embassies and Consulates of Russia in Bulgaria

Embassy of Russia in Sofia

Consular Division of the Russian Embassy in Sofia

Consulate General in Rousse

Consulate General in Varna

👉 All Embassies of Russia

✅ How to apply for Russia tourist visa from Bulgaria

1. Prepare all required documents.
2. Complete the application form and attach all required documents.
3. Submit your visa application online.
4. Await processing of documents.
5. Receive your passports with visas. .

ℹ The processing time is usually standard, but may increase depending on the embassy's workload. Refusal may be received without explanation. The visa fee is non-refundable in case of refusal. The application must be submitted for each applicant separately and in person.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Bulgaria require a visa to visit the Russia?

   Bulgarian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Russia.

2. How long Bulgarian citizens are allowed to stay in Russia without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Russia for citizens of Bulgaria for a visa-free stay is 16 days.

3. What happens if a Bulgarian passport holder stays in Russia longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Russia is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Russia is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Bulgaria need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Russia without a visa?

   Russian immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Bulgarian citizens to enter Russia without a visa?

   Bulgarian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Russia.

6. Can Bulgarian work or study during the visa-free stay in Russia?

   The Russia visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Russia Bulgarian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.