Vietnam Visa for Bulgarian citizens

Bulgarian passport holders Do Not need visa to travel 45 days to Vietnam. Learn requirements and fees for Vietnam visa for Bulgarian citizens here!

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Do Bulgarian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Bulgarian nationals who wish to visit Vietnam for tourism purposes, for a period not exceeding 45 days, do not require a visa.

  • They will not stay in Vietnam for more than 45 days, including the arrival and departure days (a proof such as an onward or return ticket may be required at the border)
  • Valid Bulgarian passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages)

Visa requirement for Bulgarian citizens summary:

Available Visas Visa Requirements Visa Information Get This Visa
Business Visa required For business travelers holding Bulgarian passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. Get it as soon as
Tourist Not required 45 days For Bulgarian passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as
Work Visa required For Bulgarian nationals who intend to work in Vietnam.
Student Visa required For students from Bulgaria who plan to study in Vietnam.

How to apply

If Bulgarian passport holders want to stay in Vietnam more than 45 days. They can choose between 03 available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam.

E-visa application

To apply for an e-visa online from Bulgaria, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Bulgarian passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 98 BGN)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Sofia time on .
  5. Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.

Apply at the embassy

To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Bulgaria, the following documents are required:

  • Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
  • Application form (Click here to download)
  • 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
  • Visa application fees

Apply for visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for applicants who plan to arrive Vietnam by air from Bulgaria. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

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Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in BGN)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 21.5 BGN 42.9 BGN
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 25.0 BGN 46.5 BGN
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 35.8 BGN 57.2 BGN
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 44.7 BGN 66.1 BGN
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 160.9 BGN 194.9 BGN
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 169.8 BGN 203.8 BGN
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 196.6 BGN 248.5 BGN
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 223.5 BGN 275.3 BGN

*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Lev, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Bulgaria can use the e-visa to enter at one of the following ports of entry/exit in Vietnam:

Ports of entry/exit Distance and travel time (from Bulgaria)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 7829.7 km / 4865.1 miles (13 hours, 2 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 7931.5 km / 4928.4 miles (13 hours, 13 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 8771.9 km / 5450.6 miles (14 hours, 37 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 8629.2 km / 5361.9 miles (14 hours, 22 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 8392.4 km / 5214.8 miles (13 hours, 59 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 8327.5 km / 5174.5 miles (13 hours, 52 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 8483.1 km / 5271.2 miles (14 hours, 8 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 8651.8 km / 5376.0 miles (14 hours, 25 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 8439.7 km / 5244.2 miles (14 hours, 3 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 8078.5 km / 5019.8 miles (13 hours, 27 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 7978.8 km / 4957.8 miles (13 hours, 17 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 7849.0 km / 4877.2 miles (13 hours, 4 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 8501.1 km / 5282.3 miles (14 hours, 10 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 8221.5 km / 5108.6 miles (13 hours, 42 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 7592.2 km / 4717.6 miles (12 hours, 39 minutes)
La Lay Landport 8274.6 km / 5141.6 miles (13 hours, 47 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 8593.3 km / 5339.6 miles (14 hours, 19 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 7980.3 km / 4958.8 miles (13 hours, 18 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 7815.2 km / 4856.1 miles (13 hours, 1 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 7799.8 km / 4846.6 miles (12 hours, 59 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 8524.2 km / 5296.7 miles (14 hours, 12 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 8527.0 km / 5298.4 miles (14 hours, 12 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 7597.6 km / 4720.9 miles (12 hours, 39 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 8534.0 km / 5302.8 miles (14 hours, 13 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 8358.1 km / 5193.5 miles (13 hours, 55 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 8393.0 km / 5215.1 miles (13 hours, 59 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 8475.8 km / 5266.6 miles (14 hours, 7 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 7949.5 km / 4939.6 miles (13 hours, 14 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 7925.6 km / 4924.8 miles (13 hours, 12 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 8757.4 km / 5441.6 miles (14 hours, 35 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 8643.3 km / 5370.7 miles (14 hours, 24 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 8666.8 km / 5385.3 miles (14 hours, 26 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 8722.8 km / 5420.1 miles (14 hours, 32 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Bulgaria Vietnam Differences
Local time 00:55 (26 February, 2026) 05:55 (26 February, 2026) Bulgaria is 5.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 6,937,879 97,520,588 90,582,709 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather rain and snow 6°C (Sofia) light rain 22°C (Hanoi) 16°C lower than Vietnam
Distance Sofia
  • Hanoi (7830.0 km / 4865.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (8652.0 km / 5376.0 miles)
Average distance is 8279 km or 5144 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Bulgaria
  • Upcoming holiday is Liberation Day which will occur in 4 days, 18 hours.
The next public holiday in Vietnam is March 20, 2026 which will start in 3 weeks (Sofia local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Bulgaria?

Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Bulgaria is located at 1, Jetvarka Street 1113 Sofia Bulgaria.

How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Bulgarian citizens?

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 98 BGN) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Bulgaria?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 09:00 AM on 26 February 2026 (Sofia local time).

How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?

If you are currently residing in Bulgaria, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.
  • Call the embassy in Bulgaria for visa information: +359 2 963 2609.