Kyrgyzstan visa for Bulgarian citizens

Bulgarian passport holders are privileged to enjoy visa-free entry into Kyrgyzstan, significantly streamlining travel to this Central Asian gem. This generous allowance permits a maximum stay of 60 days for tourist visits, eliminating the need for pre-application procedures or associated costs for short explorations of its dramatic landscapes and ancient Silk Road paths. While visa-free for these shorter periods, visitors planning extended stays or specific non-tourist activities would find only two particular tourist visa types otherwise available for application. The cultural tapestry of Kyrgyzstan, with its nomadic heritage and distinct Turkic roots, offers a profound contrast to Bulgaria's deeply Slavic and Thracian legacy. Travelers should anticipate a journey often involving connecting flights, typically via hubs like Istanbul or Dubai, to reach Bishkek, and be mindful of the four-hour time difference.

Visa-free60d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TouristSapar Visa (Type J – Tourist e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
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TouristSapar Visa (Type J – Tourist e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessSapar Visa (Type J – Business e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessSapar Visa (Type J – Business e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
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MedicalSapar Visa (Type J – Medical Visit e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
MedicalSapar Visa (Type J – Medical Visit e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristGroup Tourist Visa (e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristGroup Tourist Visa (e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
StudentStudy Visa (Type S)
Digital NomadDigital Nomad Visa (Type DN)
TransitTransit e-Visa (Type T, 30 days validity)
valid 1mo
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OtherVisa on Arrival (Tourist/Business, Manas International Airport)
OtherShort-Term Entry-Exit Visa under Simplified Procedure
OtherResidence / Long-Term Visa for Chinese Citizens (Manas Airport, voucher scheme)
7d$500multiple-entry
OtherShort-Term Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Citizens with Long-Term US/UK/Schengen/Ireland Visas
7d$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (Indefinite stay – selected CIS and partner states)
$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (90 days within any 180 days – selected states)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherVisa-Free Entry (60 days – certain neighbors)
60d$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (30 days within any 60 days – wide list including EU, UK, US, etc.)
30d$0multiple-entryvalid 2mo
WorkWork Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
FamilyFamily / Dependent / Private Visit Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
HumanitarianHumanitarian Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)

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