Bulgaria•EuropeLong-Stay Visa - Pensioner (Type D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
100 EUR
Stay Duration
6 to 12 months
Renewable
Yes
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 retirees and pensioners seeking extended residence in Bulgaria. Valid for 6-12 months. Requires proof of pension income sufficient to support living costs.
The Type D pensioner visa is designed for retirees and individuals receiving pension income who wish to settle in Bulgaria for extended periods. It supports retirement relocation and lifestyle changes in Bulgaria.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
6,966 BGN
per year
Minimum Savings
6,966 BGN
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Passport-size photos
4 recent photographs 3.5x4.5 cm
Pension certificate
Official retirement or pension certificate
Pension statements
Recent bank statements showing pension income
Proof of financial means
Documentation of sufficient income to support living in Bulgaria
Health insurance
Valid insurance covering stay in Bulgaria
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
Proof of accommodation
Rental contract or accommodation arrangement in Bulgaria
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Advantages
- Supports retirement relocation
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Allows family dependents
- Renewable with continued income
- Low cost of living in Bulgaria
Considerations
- Requires pension income proof
- Processing takes 30-60 days
- Health insurance mandatory
- Annual renewal requirement
Application Process
Prepare retirement documentation
Gather pension statements, retirement certificate, financial proof
Prepare personal documents
Gather passport, photos, criminal record, health insurance proof
Apply for pensioner 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
Enter Bulgaria
Travel to Bulgaria on approved visa
Application Forms
Type D Visa Application Form
Form ID: D-1
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