Bulgaria•EuropeLong-Stay Visa - Work (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 employment in Bulgaria. Requires work permit from Ministry of Labour and Social Policy and local job offer. Valid for 6-12 months with possibility of extension.
The Type D work visa is issued to foreign nationals who have secured employment in Bulgaria. The employer must first apply for and receive a work permit from the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy before the employee can apply for the visa.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
28,800 BGN
per year
Minimum Savings
6,462 BGN
Personal
Passport Validity
18 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
bachelors or higher
Professional
Experience
Relevant professional experience matching the job requirements is required for the work permit.+ years
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Passport-size photos
4 recent photographs 3.5x4.5 cm
Employment contract
Signed contract from Bulgarian employer with job details and salary
Work permit
Approved work permit from Ministry of Labour and Social Policy
Educational certificates
Diplomas and qualifications relevant to position
OptionalCriminal record certificate
From country of residence for last 3+ years
Medical certificate
Health clearance form if required by employer
OptionalProof of financial means
Bank statements or financial support documentation
OptionalAccommodation proof
Rental contract or accommodation arrangement in Bulgaria
OptionalSponsor Documents
Company registration
Bulgarian company registration and tax ID
Employment contract
Signed employment agreement
Work permit application
Approved work permit from Ministry of Labour
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Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Allows family dependents
- Work authorization in Bulgaria
- Can extend for multi-year employment
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Work permit needed before visa
- Tied to specific employer
- Processing takes 30-60 days
Application Process
Secure job offer
Obtain employment contract from Bulgarian employer
Obtain work permit
Employer applies for work permit with Ministry of Labour and Social Policy
Prepare visa documents
Gather passport, photos, employment contract, work permit, financial proof
Apply for D visa
Submit application at Bulgarian embassy or consulate
Pay visa fee
EUR 100 for Type D visa application
Attend interview
Personal interview typically required for work visas
Await decision
Processing within 30-60 days
Enter Bulgaria
Travel to Bulgaria on approved visa
Register residence
Register at local Migration Office within 7 days of arrival
Application Forms
Type D Visa Application Form
Form ID: D-1
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