Bulgaria•EuropeLong-Stay Visa - Foreign Investor (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 foreign investors making capital investments in Bulgaria under the Foreign Investments Act. Eligible for residency and economic benefits. Valid for 6-12 months.
The Type D foreign investor visa is issued to individuals making capital investments in Bulgaria under the Foreign Investments Act. This supports economic development and provides residency benefits.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
6,240 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Passport-size photos
4 recent photographs 3.5x4.5 cm
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
Investment proof
Documents showing foreign direct investment in Bulgaria
Sponsor Documents
Investment agreement
Foreign investment agreement registered under Foreign Investments Act
Company registration
Bulgarian company or project registration
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Advantages
- Pathway to residency
- Investment-backed status
- Economic incentives available
- Allows family dependents
Considerations
- Requires significant investment
- Complex documentation
- Processing takes 30-60 days
- Investment must be maintained
Application Process
Register investment
Register foreign direct investment under Foreign Investments Act
Prepare investment documents
Gather investment agreement, company registration, financial statements
Prepare personal documents
Gather passport, photos, criminal record, proof of funds
Apply for investor D visa
Submit application at Bulgarian embassy
Pay visa fee
EUR 100 for Type D visa
Attend interview
Personal interview at embassy
Await decision
Processing within 30-60 days
Application Forms
Type D Visa Application Form
Form ID: D-1
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