Visa-free entry to Russia for citizens of Bulgaria as of June 2026

💻 Online visa 👈

ℹ Bulgarian citizens require a visa to enter the Russian Federation. An electronic visa (e-Visa) is available for short-term visits of up to 16 days for tourism, business, or humanitarian purposes. For longer stays, a traditional visa obtained through a consulate is required.

⚡ Updated: 2026-06-05

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

🧳 Tourist visa to Russia for citizens of Bulgaria

Citizens of Bulgaria must obtain Visa-Free Tourist Entry to Russia before traveling The maximum stay allowed by this visa is 90 day(s). At the discretion of embassy staff, the visa may be issued strictly in accordance with the trip dates. When applying for Visa-Free Tourist Entry to Russia, the applicant must be present in person. You can apply for a tourist visa to Russia online.

Requirements for citizens of Bulgaria when visiting Russia on a tourist visa.
  • Citizens of Bulgaria must provide a valid passport. The passport must be valid for the entire duration of entry to Russia. The passport must have at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
  • Citizens of Bulgaria are recommended to purchase medical insurance, as access to medical treatment in Russia is provided on a commercial basis.

🏢 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👉

❓ FAQ

  • Do citizens of Bulgaria need a visa to visit Russia?

    Yes, citizens of Bulgaria must obtain a visa in advance to travel to Russia.

  • How do citizens of Bulgaria apply for a tourist visa to Russia?

    Citizens of Bulgaria can apply for a visa to Russia online.

  • Can citizens of Bulgaria work or study on a tourist visa in Russia?

    No, tourist visas for Russia are usually intended for tourism or family visits. If you plan to work or study in Russia, you will generally need another type of visa or residence permit.

💳 Russia offers 5 types of visas, including: Digital nomad visa, Tourist visa

Business Visa Alternative

Visa type: Digital nomad visa

Validity period: 365 days

Cost: 250 EUR

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Multiple Entry Tourist Visa to Russia

Visa type: Tourist visa

Validity period: 30 days

Cost: 150 USD

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Russia Tourist e-Visa

Visa type: Tourist visa

Validity period: 16 days

Cost: 52 USD

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Visa-Free Entry to Russia

Visa type: Tourist visa

Validity period: 90 days

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Visa-Free Tourist Entry to Russia

Visa type: Tourist visa

Validity period: 90 days

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