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Japan has taken measures on the visa exemption arrangements for 70 countries/regions as shown in the chart below.

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  • The period of stay granted at the time of the landing permission will be "15 days" for Indonesia and Thailand, “14 days” for Brunei, "30 days" for United Arab Emirates and Qatar, and "90 days" for other countries and regions.
  • (Note 1) For nationals of Indonesia (since December 1, 2014), visas are not required only for those who have registered ICAO-compliant ePassport to diplomatic missions of Japan in Indonesia (the embassy, consulates-general, or the consulate). Validity of the registration is three years period or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
  • (Note 2) For nationals of Malaysia (since July 1, 2013), visas are not required only for holders of ePassport in compliance with ICAO standards. Those who do not hold such ePassport are advised to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be strictly examined and may be refused entry to Japan.
  • (Note 3) For nationals of Brazil (since September 30, 2023), United Arab Emirates (since November 1, 2022), Thailand (since July 1, 2013) and Serbia (since May 1, 2011), visas are not required only for holders of ePassport in compliance with ICAO standards. Those who do not hold such ePassport are requested to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be refused to enter Japan.
  • (Note 4) For citizens of Hong Kong, visas are not required only for holders of Special Administrative Region (SAR) passport issued by the Hong Kong SAR of the People’s Republic of China or British National Overseas (BNO) passports who have the right of residence in Hong Kong.
  • (Note 5) For citizens of Macao, visas are not required only for holders of SAR passport issued by the Macao SAR of the People’s Republic of China.
  • (Note 6) Visa exemption arrangements for Taiwan is limited to passport holders with a personal ID number.
  • (Note 7) For nationals of Barbados (since April 1, 2010), Turkey (since April 1, 2011) and Lesotho (since April 1, 2010), visas are not required only for holders of Machine-Readable Passport (MRP) in compliance with ICAO standards. Those who do not hold an MRP are advised to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be strictly examined and may be refused entry to Japan.
  • (Note 8) For nationals of those countries with visa exemptions permitting stays of up to 6 months under the bilateral visa exemption arrangements, those who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days are required to apply for an extension of the period of stay to the Ministry of Justice (Regional Immigration Bureau) before the period of permitted stay is to expire.
  • (Note 9) For nationals of Qatar (since April 2, 2023), visas are not required only for those who have registered ICAO-compliant ePassport to diplomatic missions of Japan (the embassy, consulates-general, or the consulate). Validity of the registration is three years period or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
  • (Note 10)Nationals of Peru (since July 15,1995) and Colombia (since February 1, 2004) are advised to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be strictly examined and may be refused entry to Japan.

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  • STEP 1 - Visit our website www.absglobaltravel.com.
  • STEP 2 - Locate the "I plan to travel to" section on our homepage.
  • STEP 3 - Click on the drop-down menu and select "Japan" as your destination.
  • STEP 4 - Find the "I am a citizen of" section next.
  • STEP 5 - Click on the drop-down menu and select "Bulgaria" as your nationality.
  • STEP 6 - Move to the section "I will be traveling from".
  • STEP 7 - Click on the drop-down menu and select the country from which you'll be traveling, which is "Bulgaria".
  • STEP 8 - After filling in all the details, locate the "Apply Now" button and click on it.
  • STEP 9 - On the second page, you will see a list of visas that are applicable to Bulgaria nationals.
  • STEP 10 - Each visa type will be accompanied by details such as Visa Validity, Processing Time, Visa Fee, and any applicable additional travel services. Make sure to review this information carefully to choose the right visa for your needs.
  • STEP 11 - Also, note down the list of required documents provided for each visa type. These are the documents you will need to submit with your application.
  • STEP 12 - After you've made your selection, click on the "Apply Now" button corresponding to the visa of your choice.
  • STEP 13 - On the application form, enter all the necessary details as per your passport and corresponding address. Ensure that all the information is accurate to avoid any issues with your application.
  • STEP 14 - Look for the section where you can upload the required documents. Make sure each document is clear and readable to prevent any delays in processing your application.
  • STEP 15 - If you are applying individually, you can proceed to submit your application. Click on the "Submit Application" button to move forward to the payment process.
  • STEP 16 - If you are applying as a group, you can add more applicants by clicking the "Add More Applicant" button. You can continue to add applicants until everyone in your group has been included. Once all applicants have been added, click the "Submit Application" button.
  • STEP 17 - At the order summary page, you can also select from a list of additional services (Add Ons) that you might need alongside your visa.
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  • STEP 22 - After we receive your visa application along with the payment confirmation, our visa processing experts will scrutinize your application and begin the visa process.
  • STEP 23 - Once we receive approval for your visa application, we will notify you and send the approved visa copy to your email.

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  • The Japanese government is implementing the Japan online visa in order to make it easier for eligible citizens to visit the country, strengthen immigration controls, and reduce visa application workloads at Japanese diplomatic missions.
  • The Japan tourist visa online will be a single entry visa and allow holders to enter the country once, although the period of stay allowed has yet to be announced. This information will be published on this site when available.
  • The Japan visa online will first be available to Chinese citizens who wish to visit Japan for short stays, as Japan visas issued to Chinese visitors currently make up 70% of all visa applications. The Japanese eVisa is then expected to be rolled out to other eligible nationalities.
  • In order to apply for the Japanese visa online, it will be necessary to complete the simple electronic visa application form for Japan. Applicants will be able to fill in the Japan visa online application form in just a few minutes, by supplying personal and passport information, and travel details, and answering a few security-related questions.

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Bulgarian tourist visa for Japanese nationals and permanent residents in Japan can be granted to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in Bulgaria and whose sole objective of visiting Bulgaria is for recreation, sightseeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives.

Bulgarian Tourist Visa Requirements for Japanese Nationals and Residents of Japan

General Bulgarians Tourist Visa Requirements for Japanese Nationals & Residents of Japan

Please check from Bulgarian Visa Information to see if you will need a holiday visa to go to Bulgaria or the up-to-date tourist visa requirements for Bulgaria.

  • Fully completed Bulgarian Tourist Visa Application Form and essential declaration
  • Passport size photographs
  • Valid national passport and one copy
  • Original of valid visa if you’re citizen of another country and one copy
  • Your latest bank statement and one copy
  • Confirmation of travel insurance for Bulgaria showing the coverage and one copy
  • Reference letter from your employer or education establishment
  • Proof of group travel if you are travelling in a group
  • Proof of accommodation booking reservation for Bulgaria and one copy
  • Proof of airline ticket reservation for Bulgaria and one copy
  • Bulgarian visa fees for Japanese nationals and residents in Japan

Please notice: In individual circumstances, you may be asked to produce additional documents. Bulgarian embassy procedures and policies can and do, alter overnight. We take no responsibilty for any such changes or any transaction initiated directly between an applicant and the Bulgarian embassy in Japan

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When it comes to Bulgaria visa policy, the most important fact is that Bulgaria is part of the European Union but not part of Schengen.

This unique characteristic is shared by just a few other countries (Romania, Cyprus, and Ireland) and is the primary reason for Bulgaria’s visa requirements.

Bulgaria is currently in the process of fulfilling all conditions necessary to join the Schengen area. As part of the EU, accession to Schengen is just a matter of time and is mandated by the accords. The information presented in this article will change drastically when Bulgaria joins the Schengen area.

For now, keep in mind that you can enter Bulgaria with a Schengen visa but you cannot enter the Schengen area with just a Bulgarian Visa. 

This article will explore Bulgaria’s visa policy for tourists in detail along with all conditions and requirements.

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Visa policy.

Bulgaria has freedom to travel agreements with 34 countries and territories. These are all the countries of the EU and Schengen as well as some of their overseas territories. People from these countries can travel to Bulgaria even only using their national ID card.

Additionally, 86 nationalities and territories are visa-exempted to travel to Bulgaria without the need for prior authorization.

Moreover, if you hold a valid Schengen visa or a residence permit from any Schengen or EU member state (including Romania and Cyprus), you can also travel to Bulgaria without a visa.

Bulgaria does not issue e-visas, or visas on arrival . Everyone who requires a tourist visa must obtain it in a Bulgarian embassy or a Visa Application Center abroad.

Visa Requirements

Bulgaria Visa Requirements by Nationality

The tourist visa for Bulgaria is coded as “Visa C” and requires that certain conditions be met by applicants.

Passport requirements

If you wish to obtain a tourist visa for Bulgaria, your passport must:

  • Be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of departure. If the visa allows multiple visits: 3 months beyond the last scheduled date of departure;
  • Contains at least 2 blank pages;
  • Was issued in the past 10 years. 

Return or onward ticket out of Bulgaria

It is one of the official requirements when applying for a Bulgarian tourist visa that you provide “ tickets or ticket booking confirmation or financial means ”. This is to prove that you intend to leave the country before the visa expires. 

Immigration officials rarely ask for such proof at the border. 

Freedom to Travel

Passport holders of 34 countries and territories have the freedom to travel to Bulgaria under EU treaties.

Bulgaria is not part of the Schengen area, so anyone arriving in Bulgaria must pass immigration and customs. It is usually seamless for those traveling under their right to free movement. 

Moreover, these nationals can use their ID card to travel, be employed, and can reside in Bulgaria indefinitely. 

This is the full list of countries with freedom to travel:

  • Aruba (part of the Kingdom of Netherlands)
  • Czech Republic
  • Faroe Islands (part of the Kingdom of Denmark)
  • Greenland (part of the Kingdom of Denmark)
  • Liechtenstein
  • Netherlands
  • Saint Martin (part of the Kingdom of Netherlands)
  • Switzerland

Visa Exemption

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By Nationality

The following 86 countries and territories are visa-exempt. Unless otherwise specified, they are allowed to stay in Bulgaria for 90 days within any 180-day period. This is a rolling period, identical to how the Schengen visa exemption allowance works.

  • American Samoa (part of the United States)
  • Anguilla (British Territory)
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Bermuda (British Territory)
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • British Indian Ocean Territory (British Territory)
  • British Virgin Islands (British Territory)
  • Cayman Islands (British Territory)
  • Christmas Island (Australian Territory)
  • Cook Islands (New Zealand Associated State)
  • El Salvador
  • Falkland Islands (British Territory)
  • Gibraltar (British Territory)
  • Guam (US Territory)
  • Guernsey (British Crown Dependency)
  • Heard and McDonald Islands
  • Isle of Mann (Brtish Crown Dependency)
  • Marshall Islands
  • New Zealand
  • Niue (New Zealand Associated State)
  • North Macedonia
  • Northern Mariana Islands (US Territory)
  • Pitcairn Islands (British Territory)
  • Puerto Rico (US Territory)
  • Réunion (French Department)
  • Saint Barthélemy (French Collectivity)
  • Saint Helena (British Territory)
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and Grenadines
  • Solomon Islands
  • South Korea
  • Timor-Leste
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United Kingdom
  • US Virgin Islands (US Territory)
  • United States of America

By having a visa or a residence permit

If you hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa for any of the Schengen countries, you can travel to Bulgaria visa-free .

This is subject to a very important condition: The visa must first be used to enter the country that issued it. 

Additionally, holders of residence permits to any Schengen country enjoy the same visa exemption under the same conditions.

A residence permit or a multiple-entry visa for Romania and Cyprus is also enough to enter Bulgaria without a visa. Once again, it is imperative that the visa was first used to enter the country that issued it.

Visas and residence permits from eligible countries are NOT valid if placed on passports from countries which Bulgaria has no diplomatic relations with. These are Bhutan, Gambia, Haiti, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Sudan, and Tonga.

Check the exact conditions on Bulgaria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs website .

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All other countries and territories not on the lists above are required to obtain a tourist visa type C prior to traveling to Bulgaria.

The required documents to apply for it are:

  • A copy of your passport ID page
  • If you’ve had any prior Bulgarian, Schengen, UK, or USA visas, then a copy of the last one
  • Color photo measuring 3.5 cm х 4.5 cm
  • Medical insurance valid for Bulgaria for the whole period of the trip with coverage of at least €30,000 Euro
  • Flight booking confirmation
  • Proof of financial means

There are special exemptions for the family members of EU citizens, namely no need to present proof of insurance, finances, accommodation, or a return ticket.

You can apply for a visa at any of Bulgaria’s embassies abroad or at a Visa Application Center (VAC). These VACs are only in the following selected countries ( see the full list of cities here ):

  • Saudi Arabia

The centers are managed by VFC Global and you can start your application online on their website. 

The application for a Bulgarian Type C visa costs €60 euros (€35 for children aged 6-12). You can check out the latest fees and exception details on the Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. 

Using an agent incurs fees. For example, VFC Global charges €80 instead.

Entry and Exit Procedures at the Airport

Bulgaria has 4 international airports in use but chances are you will be landing at Sofia International.

It’s a relatively small airport and you will reach border security quickly. No matter where you’re coming from, even another EU country, you will pass customs and immigration. 

If your documents are in order, getting an entry stamp should be quick and easy. Take note of it and make sure it shows the correct number of days. 

If you require a visa to travel to Bulgaria, even though you have a visa, you may be pulled over for further questioning. Expect questions and delays if this is your first time traveling to Bulgaria on a visa.

It’s a good idea to have your proof of onward ticket and hotel reservation just in case. 

Entry and Exit Procedures at the Land Border

The experience you will get entering Bulgaria through a land border depends on which neighboring country you’re coming from.

You will find that it’s a lot easier and faster when crossing the borders with Romania and Greece (also part of the EU) than with Turkey, Serbia, or North Macedonia.

No matter where you’re coming from though, you will pass customs, your documents will be checked and you may be asked a few simple questions.

Note that if you’re traveling by your own car, you must bring along the car’s documents, including the technical passport of the vehicle and its registration. You can buy the required insurance and vignette at the border.

If you have all the documents and haven’t overstayed your visa, crossing the border either way should be as easy as anywhere else.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can i travel to bulgaria with a schengen visa.

Yes, a visa from any of the Schengen countries allows travel to Bulgaria. Two conditions must be met:

  • The Schengen visa is multiple-entry
  • It has already been used to enter the Schengen Area

Can I travel to the Schengen Area with a Bulgarian visa?

No, Bulgaria only issues national visas and is not part of Schengen yet. Thus, you cannot enter the Schengen area with a Bulgarian visa alone.

Is staying in Bulgaria with a Schengen visa counted towards the 90-day quota?

No, it is not because Bulgaria is not part of Schengen.

Does Bulgaria have a visa on arrival or online visas?

No, there is no VOA nor eVisa for Bulgaria. There are only standard embassy-issued tourist visas.

Can I travel to Bulgaria with a US visa or a Green Card?

No, you cannot. A US visa does not by itself allow access to Bulgaria.

There you have it – a comprehensive guide to Bulgaria’s visa policy. A country uniquely in the EU but still outside Schengen. You may travel to Bulgaria with a Schengen visa, but you may not travel to Schengen with a Bulgarian visa.

For those of you not exempt, Bulgaria offers a standard tourist visa obtainable at any of its embassies abroad or at several visa application centers. 

Check out some of the related visa guides:

  • Schengen visa for tourists and visitors
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Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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Bulgarian visa for Japanese citizens

Visa requirements:, bulgaria tourist visa requirements:.

  • Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bulgaria.
  • Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bulgaria.

If you are looking for Bulgaria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.

  • Tokyo : The Embassy of Bulgaria in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now )
  • Fukuoka : The Consulate of Bulgaria in Fukuoka, Japan (Working hours: Close now )
  • Osaka : The Consulate of Bulgaria in Osaka, Japan (Working hours: Close now )

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Tourism Statistics Chart

The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.

References: UNWTO.org , World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)

Bulgaria & Japan comparison

Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 3.36 times bigger than Bulgaria.

As of March 2024, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 118,215,972 fewer people than the population of Japan.

We have highlighted Bulgaria & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.

Frequently asked questions, answered

How many visitors from japan travel to bulgaria in one year.

The number of visitors from Japan visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 625,000.

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