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BulgariaDo Syria Citizens Need a Visa for Bulgaria in 2026?
Syrian passport holders must obtain a Schengen visa to visit Bulgaria. Since Bulgaria issues Schengen visas, you must apply in person through the Bulgarian Embassy or an authorized Visa Application Center (such as VFS Global) to provide your biometric data and complete dossier.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Book a Visa Appointment
Schedule your appointment at the designated VFS Global center or the Bulgarian Embassy well in advance of your intended travel date.
Prepare Your Application Dossier
Fill out the Schengen visa application form. Compile all necessary documents, including financial proofs, travel insurance, and a legalized invitation letter or confirmed hotel booking.
Submit and Provide Biometrics
Attend your appointment to submit the physical documents, pay the non-refundable visa fee, and provide your fingerprints and a digital photograph.
Required Documents
- —Syrian passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from the Schengen area
- —Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- —Two recent biometric passport-sized photographs
- —Schengen travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000
- —Proof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements for the last 3-6 months)
- —Flight itinerary and proof of accommodation (or a legalized Declaration of Invitation and Support)
Important Tips
- •For Syrian applicants, a legally certified invitation from a Bulgarian citizen or company significantly increases the chances of approval.
- •All Arabic documents must be translated into Bulgarian or English by a sworn translator.
- •Applications should be submitted at least 3 to 4 weeks before your travel date.
- •A Schengen visa allows you to travel to other Schengen countries, but Bulgaria must be your primary destination.
Easiest Way to Get It
Providing a legalized 'Declaration of Invitation' from a host in Bulgaria is the most reliable method for securing approval.
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