Visa requirements for British passport holders traveling to Bulgaria
Valid passport with 3+ months validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended date of departure from Bulgaria and should have been issued within the last 10 years.
Flight booking confirmation
Get InstantlyProof of onward or return flight booking is required to demonstrate the intention to leave Bulgaria within the visa-free period.
Hotel confirmation letter
Get InstantlyProof of accommodation for the duration of stay in Bulgaria.
Travel insurance certificate
Get InstantlyTravel medical insurance valid for the entire stay in Bulgaria covering emergencies, hospitalisation, and repatriation, with minimum coverage of €30,000 is recommended and may be checked at the border.
Proof of financial means
Bank statements or other proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay may be requested at the border to demonstrate you have adequate financial means.
Purpose of visit statement
Get InstantlyA statement explaining the purpose of your visit such as tourism may be requested if questioned at the border.
Passport photograph
Get InstantlyA recent color photograph may be required only if applying for a visa, which rarely applies to UK nationals traveling for tourism under 90 days.
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