Bulgaria•EuropeShort-Stay Visa - Transit (Type C)
At a Glance
Processing Time
10 days
Application Fee
80 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 2 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 transit visa for passage through Bulgaria to another destination. Valid for up to 2 days with single, double, or multiple entries.
The Type C transit visa allows travelers to pass through Bulgarian territory for up to 2 days on their way to another destination. This is distinct from airport transit and allows entry into Bulgaria proper.
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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 travel
Passport-size photo
Recent photograph 3.5x4.5 cm
Flight itinerary
Complete travel itinerary showing route through Bulgaria
Proof of onward travel
Ticket or reservation for journey after Bulgaria
Proof of final destination visa
Visa for country of final destination if required
OptionalTravel insurance
Valid for duration with EUR 30,000+ coverage
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Advantages
- Allows land border transit
- Reasonable fee at EUR 80
- Quick 10-day processing
- Multiple entry options available
Considerations
- Very limited 2-day stay period
- Restricted to transit purposes
- No work authorization
- Cannot lead to residency
Application Process
Prepare transit documentation
Gather passport, photos, flight itinerary, proof of onward travel
Schedule appointment
Book visa appointment at Bulgarian embassy or consulate
Submit application
Attend appointment with all documents
Biometric collection
Provide fingerprints and digital photograph
Pay visa fee
EUR 80 for visa processing
Await decision
Processing within 10 working days
Application Forms
Schengen Visa Application Form
Form ID: Type C
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