Bulgaria•EuropeLong-Stay Visa - Trade Representative (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 appointed trade representatives of foreign companies. Valid for 6-12 months. Requires company appointment and senior position within organization.
The Type D trade representative visa is issued to individuals appointed by foreign companies to establish or manage the company's first commercial presence in Bulgaria. The company must be established for at least 2 years and the individual must hold a senior management position.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Passport-size photos
4 recent photographs 3.5x4.5 cm
Professional CV
Detailed work experience and professional background
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Foreign company registration and business license
Appointment letter
Official appointment as trade representative
Establishment certificate
Proof of company establishment at least 2 years prior
Company organization
Proof of senior position within company structure
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Advantages
- Supports international business
- Pathway to residency
- Allows family dependents
- Renewable with continued appointment
Considerations
- Requires senior position in company
- Company must be 2+ years established
- Processing takes 30-60 days
- Tied to trade representative role
Application Process
Company appoints representative
Foreign company appoints individual as trade representative for Bulgaria
Prepare company documents
Gather company registration, establishment certificate, appointment letter
Prepare personal documents
Gather passport, photos, professional CV, criminal record
Apply for TRO 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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