Chile passport → Bulgaria

Bulgaria visa for citizens of Chile

Visa-free

Citizens of Chile 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
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee

How to apply

1
Prepare for travel
Ensure passport is valid for the duration of stay.
2
Book transport and accommodation
Reserve flights and hotels for the intended stay.
3
Travel to Bulgaria
Arrive at a Bulgarian border crossing with valid passport.
4
Present documents at border control
Show passport and any requested documents for entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for intended stay.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Optional
May be requested at border.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel reservation or invitation letter may be requested.
Travel insurance
Optional
Recommended for medical coverage during stay.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statements or cash may be checked for proof of means.

Proof of funds

Bank statements
Cash

Border officers may assess sufficient funds for stay.

Good to know

Visa-free stay is 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area (Bulgaria is part of Schengen).
Entry and stay conditions are subject to border officer discretion.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport is valid for entire stay.

Lack of return/onward ticket or proof of accommodation

Carry printed booking confirmations.

Previous overstay or Schengen violation

Respect the 90/180-day rule.

FAQ

Do citizens of Chile need a visa for Bulgaria?

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

How long can citizens of Chile stay in Bulgaria?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Chile need for Bulgaria?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel insurance.

Sources

Visa requirements for Bulgarian citizens - Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org, third-party site)
Chile Visa Requirements for Bulgarian citizens in 2026 (visarequirements.info, third-party site)
Bulgaria Passport Dashboard | Passport Index 2026 (passportindex.org, third-party site)

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