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Bulgaria Visa for Indians: Fees, Documents & Processing Time
Everything you need to apply for Bulgaria from India — the real government fees, our service charges, the documents, and honest guidance from a dedicated case manager.
Visa fees and rules verified on 13 July 2026
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Bulgaria visa fees & timelines
| Visa type | Government fees | Our fee | Processing | Validity | Entries | Max stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Schengen short-stay visa fee €90Adult; €45 for children 6–12, free under 6. Same across all Schengen countries. | ₹7,500 + 18% GST = ₹8,850 | Usually about 15 days, up to 45 in busy periods | Valid across all Schengen countries | — | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
| Business visa | Schengen short-stay visa fee €90Adult; €45 for children 6–12, free under 6. Same across all Schengen countries. | ₹7,500 + 18% GST = ₹8,850 | Usually about 15 days, up to 45 in busy periods | Set by the consulate (single, double or multiple entry) | — | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, across the Schengen area |
Government and VFS fees are paid directly to the authorities in the local currency shown and are subject to change at the discretion of the concerned consulate or embassy; our service fee is in INR and includes appointment booking. No consultant can guarantee a visa — the decision rests with the embassy or consulate.
What you'll need
Document checklists
Tourist visa — document checklist
- Completed and signed Schengen (Type C) visa application form
- Indian passport valid at least three months beyond departure, issued within the last 10 years, with at least two blank pages
- Two recent Schengen-spec passport photos (35 x 45 mm, light background)
- Travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 cover for the whole Schengen area, including repatriation and emergency treatment
- Flight tickets
- Proof of accommodation in Bulgaria (hotel bookings) or an invitation from your host
- Day-by-day travel itinerary
- Proof of financial means — recent personal bank statements and income-tax returns
- Cover letter explaining the purpose and dates of your trip
- Employment proof — leave letter/NOC from employer, business registration for the self-employed, or student/retirement proof
- Previous passports and any earlier Schengen or other visas
- Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) captured in person at the visa centre for first-time applicants
Business visa — document checklist
- Completed and signed Schengen (short-stay) visa application form
- Original passport valid at least three months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen area, issued within the last 10 years, with at least two blank pages
- Two recent Schengen-format photographs, 35x45 mm, on a white background
- Covering letter from your Indian employer/company on letterhead — traveller's name and designation, purpose and dates of travel, and who bears the trip costs
- Invitation letter from the Bulgarian host company on its letterhead — purpose and duration of the visit, host's contact details, signed and stamped
- Company proof (India): Certificate of Incorporation / GST registration / partnership deed / Import-Export Code as applicable, plus a No-Objection Certificate or leave sanction from your employer
- Flight tickets and hotel bookings (or the host's address) for the period of stay
- Travel medical insurance with a minimum of EUR 30,000 cover, valid across the Schengen area for the entire trip
- Personal (and, where relevant, company) bank statements for the last 6 months and Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years; recent salary slips if salaried
- Biometrics — fingerprints and a photo at the visa centre for first-time applicants and those not enrolled in the Schengen VIS in the last 59 months
How it works
Three steps, one dedicated case manager
1
Honest case review
We assess your profile candidly and recommend the visa route that actually fits your trip.
2
Expert forms & document review
We complete and double-check every form and paper, so nothing weakens your case.
3
Appointment, prep & tracking
We book the appointment, prepare you for the interview, and track it to the decision.
Client reviews
What travellers say
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