Does Bulgaria Require a Visa from Green (Special) Passport Holders?

No, Bulgaria does not require visas from citizens of the Republic of Türkiye who hold a green passport. Citizens with a green passport can stay in Bulgaria for no more than 90 days in every 6 months.

How to Get a Visa for Green Passport Holders?

Bulgaria does not require a visa application with a special (green) passport. You can enter Bulgaria from the border without applying for a visa with a passport declaration.

The passport of the person who will travel with a special (green) passport must be valid for at least 3 months.

How Long Can You Stay in Bulgaria with a Green Passport?

Green passport holders can stay in Bulgaria for 90 days within a 180-day period without needing a visa.

What Rights Do Green Passport Holders Have in Bulgaria?

Citizens of the Republic of Türkiye who go to Bulgaria with a green passport can make touristic trips not exceeding 90 days and receive language education for a maximum of 12 weeks at a language school in Bulgaria.

People who come to Bulgaria with a green passport must obtain a residence permit and a D visa if they want to stay for a long time.

Is a Green Passport Enough to Receive Language Education in Bulgaria?

Yes, a green passport is sufficient to receive language education in Bulgaria. Turkish citizens with a green passport can receive education in Bulgaria without the need for a visa if they enroll in Bulgarian language schools for up to 12 weeks (90 days).

Those who will study at Bulgarian language schools with education programs longer than 12 weeks are required to obtain a type D Bulgarian visa.

Can You Go on a Day Trip to Bulgaria with a Green Passport?

Yes, you can go to Bulgaria for a day trip with a green passport. You can stay in Bulgaria for up to 90 days within 180 days with a green passport.

There is no Bulgarian daily visa among the Bulgarian visa types , but a Bulgarian tourist visa can be obtained for day trips to Bulgaria.

How to Get a Bulgaria Family Reunification Visa for Green Passport Holders?

Bulgaria Family Reunification visa is a type of visa that must be applied for by a person who goes to Bulgaria for a spouse or to work, to take their family with them. Republic of Turkey (TC) green passport holders must first fill out the application forms and complete the necessary documents in order to obtain a Bulgaria family reunification visa .

The person who will apply for a Bulgarian family reunification visa can apply in person at the Bulgarian Consulate in the province where he/she resides.

Is a Green Passport Sufficient to Get a Residence Permit in Bulgaria?

A green passport is not sufficient to obtain a Bulgarian residence permit. Turkish citizens with a green passport must apply for a Bulgarian D visa.

The person who will apply for a Bulgarian D type visa must apply for a Bulgarian residence permit according to the situation he/she puts forward for the residence permit in Bulgaria . The necessary documents for a Bulgarian D type visa must be prepared and applied to the relevant Bulgarian Consulate.

Which Countries Can I Go to with a Green Passport via Bulgaria?

The Schengen countries that can be visited via Bulgaria with a green passport are listed below.

  1. Germany
  2. Belgium
  3. Czech Republic
  4. Slovenia
  5. Latvia
  6. Denmark
  7. Estonia
  8. Swedish
  9. Swedish
  10. Holland
  11. France
  12. Italy
  13. Luxembourg
  14. Lithuanian
  15. Spain
  16. Greece
  17. Poland
  18. Finland
  19. Malta
  20. Hungary
  21. Portugal
  22. Slovakia

Turkish citizens with a green passport can travel to a third country via Bulgaria without a Bulgarian transit visa .