Bulgaria•EuropeLong-Stay Visa - Family Reunion (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
100 EUR
Stay Duration
6 to 12 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay visa for family members of Bulgarian nationals or foreign residents. Allows spouses, children, and dependent relatives to join family in Bulgaria. Valid for 6-12 months.
The Type D family reunion visa allows spouses, children, and dependent relatives of Bulgarian nationals or foreign residents to join family members already living in Bulgaria. Family reunification applications must be approved by the Migration Office before visa application.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
18 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Passport-size photos
4 recent photographs 3.5x4.5 cm
Family relationship proof
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or adoption documents
Reunification approval
Approved reunification application from Migration Office
Proof of sponsoring family member
Passport copy, residency permit, or ID of Bulgarian national/resident
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
Medical certificate
Health clearance form if required
OptionalProof of financial means
For dependents - sponsoring family member's financial capability
Sponsor Documents
Reunification application
Approved reunification application from Migration Office
Proof of sponsorship
Documentation of sponsoring family member's status and means
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Advantages
- Pathway to residency
- Allows family unity
- Extendable with sponsor's status
- Access to social services
Considerations
- Requires sponsor in Bulgaria first
- 1-month reunification wait
- Processing takes 30-60 days
- Limited to defined family relationships
Application Process
Sponsoring family member applies
Family member in Bulgaria submits reunification application to Migration Office
Await reunification approval
Migration Office processes within 1 month
Receive approval notice
Family member receives reunification approval
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, photos, family documents, proof of relationship, financial proof
Apply for D visa
Submit application at Bulgarian embassy with reunification approval
Pay visa fee
EUR 100 for Type D visa
Attend interview
Personal interview required at embassy
Await decision
Processing within 30-60 days
Application Forms
Type D Visa Application Form
Form ID: D-1
Family Reunification Application
Form ID: Family
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