--- title: Bulgaria visa for citizens of Jordan description: "Citizens of Jordan need a visa for Bulgaria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/bulgaria/jordan lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Bulgaria visa for citizens of Jordan Citizens of Jordan need a visa for Bulgaria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/bgr/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Short-term Schengen visa (C) / National long-stay visa (D) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient financial means ## How to apply 1. **Determine your jurisdiction and visa type** — Check if you apply via VFS Global or directly at a Bulgarian consulate depending on your US state of residence. 2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed for C or D visa based on your purpose. 3. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill in typed letters in English or Bulgarian, and sign personally. 4. **Schedule an appointment** — Book an appointment at VFS Global or the Bulgarian consulate for in-person submission. 5. **Attend the appointment and submit documents** — Bring all original documents, passport, photo, and application form; pay visa fee. 6. **Provide biometrics (if required)** — Fingerprints and photo taken at the centre for C visa (over 12 years old). 7. **Attend interview (if requested)** — For D visa, mandatory personal interview at the consulate. 8. **Wait for processing** — C visa: ~15 calendar days; D visa: ~35 business days (up to 6 months in complex cases). 9. **Collect passport with visa** — Passport will be returned with visa decision via the service centre or mail. 10. **Travel to Bulgaria** — Ensure passport is valid 3 months beyond intended departure and has blank pages. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond departure, 2 blank pages, issued within 10 years)** (Identity): Passport must meet EU requirements. - **Completed visa application form (C or D)** (Identity): Fill in typed letters in English or Bulgarian. - **Recent passport-size color photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background, 70-80% face)** (Identity): No glasses, no amateur photos. - **Proof of travel purpose (e.g., invitation, travel voucher, work permit, marriage certificate)** (Supporting): Must align with the visa type. - **Medical insurance valid for EU (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage)** (Supporting): Cover mandatory for entire stay. - **Proof of financial means (bank statement)** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds. - **Proof of accommodation (e.g., lease agreement, notarized owner declaration, deed)** (Supporting): Required for D visa if house registration is needed. - **FBI background check with apostille (for D visa applicants)** (Supporting, optional): Only for long-stay D visas. - **Photocopy of first page of passport** (Identity): Simple copy. - **Photocopy of any existing Bulgarian/Schengen/US visa or Green Card** (Identity, optional): If applicable. - **For minors: birth certificate copy and notarized parental consent (if traveling alone)** (Identity, optional): Only if applicable. - **Marriage certificate (for family members of EU/Bulgarian citizens claiming fee exemption)** (Supporting, optional): For fee exemption only. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Not specified, but must cover stay - Bank statement Proof of financial means is required; specific amount not given. ## Good to know - Apply well in advance; processing for D visa may take several months. - In-person appearance is mandatory for D visa interview and biometrics. - Visa fees are non-refundable if application is rejected. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Fill all fields in typed letters, sign personally, and use correct spelling from passport. - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide bank statement showing adequate funds for the entire stay. - **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages, and issued within 10 years. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Jordan need a visa for Bulgaria? Citizens of Jordan need a visa for Bulgaria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Short-term Schengen visa (C) / National long-stay visa (D). ### How long can citizens of Jordan stay in Bulgaria? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Bulgaria visa cost for citizens of Jordan? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Bulgaria visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Jordan need for Bulgaria? Valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond departure, 2 blank pages, issued within 10 years); Completed visa application form (C or D); Recent passport-size color photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm, light background, 70-80% face); Proof of travel purpose (e.g., invitation, travel voucher, work permit, marriage certificate); Medical insurance valid for EU (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage); Proof of financial means (bank statement); and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Bulgaria? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/bgr/ ## Sources - [Apply for a visa | vfsglobal](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/bgr/apply-visa) - Bulgaria Visa Requirements for Jordan Citizens 2026 | Documents, Fees ... (eammu.com, third-party site) - Visa for Bulgaria - BG Embassy (bulgaria-embassy.org, third-party site) - [visa.vfsglobal.com](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/bgr/) ## More - [Bulgaria visa for every passport](/visa/bulgaria) - [Every destination for Jordan passport holders](/visa/passport/jordan)