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title: Bulgaria visa for citizens of Australia
description: Citizens of Australia can visit Bulgaria without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Bulgaria visa for citizens of Australia

Citizens of Australia can visit Bulgaria without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free · Schengen Area (90 days within any 180-day period)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid and gather any requested evidence (ticket, accommodation, funds).
2. **Travel to Bulgaria** — No visa required; you may enter Bulgaria directly from Australia or via other Schengen states.
3. **Present passport at border** — Upon arrival, present your Australian passport to border control for stamping.
4. **Enjoy stay up to 90 days** — You may stay in Bulgaria and the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
5. **Depart before exceeding limit** — Ensure departure from Schengen Area before using all 90 days or by the end of the 180-day period.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Australian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen Area.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of travel out of Schengen Area within 90 days.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter if staying with friends/family.
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for Australian citizens.
- **Sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Border guard may ask for proof of means of subsistence (e.g., cash, cards, bank statement).

## Proof of funds

- cash
- credit card
- bank statement

Bulgarian border authorities may request proof of sufficient funds for stay and return.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Australia need a visa for Bulgaria?

Citizens of Australia can visit Bulgaria without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Schengen Area (90 days within any 180-day period).

### How long can citizens of Australia stay in Bulgaria?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Australia need for Bulgaria?

Valid Australian passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Travel health insurance; Sufficient funds.

## More

- [Bulgaria visa for every passport](/visa/bulgaria)
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