Pakistan passport → Bulgaria
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
Pakistani passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Bulgaria at a glance
- Capital
- Sofia
- Currency
- Bulgarian lev (BGN)
- Languages
- Bulgarian
- Calling code
- +359
- Region
- Eastern Europe
Bulgaria for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days- PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Eastern Europe for Pakistani passport holders
Common questions
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
Pakistani passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Pakistani citizens stay in Bulgaria?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Pakistani citizens get a visa on arrival in Bulgaria?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Pakistani citizens visit without a visa?
29 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Pakistan passport ranks #92 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Pakistani citizens (edited 30 Aug 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Bulgaria before you travel.