Bulgaria Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Bulgaria. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Bulgaria joined Schengen (air/sea) Mar 2024, full Schengen Jan 2025. Schengen Type C visa: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu. Small Filipino community in Bulgaria.

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Bulgarian National D (>90 days): Work (limited Filipino category — construction, agriculture, IT outsourcing), Study, Family, Long-term Residence.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In PHPPHP 6,039

Minimum bank balance~USD 55/day (EUR 50)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.

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Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Manila/Cebu (Bulgarian Embassy via Tokyo)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15-21 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

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Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 50/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

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Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation; Bank statement (3-6 months, EUR 50/day); Employment letter; ITR (BIR 2316); PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Biometrics at VFS Manila/Cebu; For Work: DMW verification + employer sponsorship + OEC.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days

Bulgaria joined Schengen (air/sea) Mar 2024, full Schengen Jan 2025. Schengen Type C visa: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu. Small Filipino community in Bulgaria.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Filipinos (~15-25%): (1) Bulgaria seen as cheap Schengen entry — onward movement suspicion; (2) Insufficient funds; (3) Weak ties to Philippines; (4) Work visa fraud — recruitment agency scams targeting Filipino workers (caregivers, IT); (5) Past Schengen overstays; (6) Inadequate insurance; (7) Inconsistent itinerary; (8) Documents not properly apostilled by DFA Manila.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Bulgaria — accredited via Jakarta, Jl. Imam Bonjol No. 34, Menteng, Jakarta Pusat 10310, Indonesia

Phonevia Tokyo: +81 3 3465 1021

Emailvia Tokyo: embassy.tokyo@mfa.bg

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Bulgaria visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Bulgaria with a Philippines passport?

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu (Bulgarian Embassy via Tokyo).

How much does a Bulgaria visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

The Bulgaria visa fee is USD 99 (about PHP 6,039). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Bulgaria visa?

Typical processing for a Bulgaria visa is 15-21 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Bulgaria on this visa?

A Bulgaria visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90 days within 180-day period.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Bulgaria visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Bulgaria visa via VFS Global Manila/Cebu (Bulgarian Embassy via Tokyo). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.