Short-Stay Visa - Sports (Type C)
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Short-Stay Visa - Sports (Type C)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

10 days

Application Fee

80 EUR

Stay Duration

Up to 90 days

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Short-stay Schengen visa for participation in sports events and competitions. Valid for up to 90 days within 180-day period. Requires invitation from sports organization or ministry.

The Type C sports visa allows athletes and sports participants to travel to Bulgaria to participate in international sports competitions, tournaments, and events.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Savings

500 EUR

Personal

Passport Validity

3+ months months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay

Passport-size photo

Recent photograph 3.5x4.5 cm

Sports invitation

Invitation letter from Ministry of Youth and Sports or sports club

Competition documentation

Event schedule, team registration, competition details

Travel insurance

Valid for duration of stay with EUR 30,000+ coverage

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Advantages

  • Schengen-wide validity
  • Covers entire event duration
  • Reasonable fee at EUR 80
  • Quick processing

Considerations

  • Requires formal sports invitation
  • Limited stay period per 180 days
  • No work authorization
  • Cannot lead to residency

Application Process

1

Obtain sports invitation

Get invitation from Ministry of Youth and Sports or relevant sports club

2

Prepare documentation

Gather passport, photos, invitation letter, competition details

3

Schedule appointment

Book visa appointment at Bulgarian embassy or consulate

4

Submit application

Attend appointment with all documents

5

Biometric collection

Provide fingerprints and digital photograph

6

Pay visa fee

EUR 80 for visa processing

Application Forms

Schengen Visa Application Form

Form ID: Type C

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