→ Bulgaria visa for Chinese citizens
Bulgarian passport holders can now enjoy remarkable ease when planning a trip to China, thanks to the recently implemented visa-free travel policy allowing stays of up to 30 days. This means most short-term tourist visits won't even require applying for the single available tourist visa type. Bridging a vast cultural and geographical divide, travelers from Sofia will find themselves navigating a 5-hour time difference and exchanging the familiar Cyrillic script for the intricate characters of Mandarin upon arrival in China. Given the prevalence of digital payments like WeChat Pay and Alipay, ensuring you have a method for cashless transactions is a crucial practical tip for your seamless journey through this vibrant country.
Visa required· verified 2026-05-27
Entry requirements
- Passport validity
- 3+ months
- Blank pages
- 2+
- Funds proof
- Required
- Health insurance
- Required
Visa options
TouristUniform Short-Stay Visa (Type C – Schengen, tourism/business/private, single entry)
90d$109valid 6mo
Apply TouristUniform Short-Stay Visa (Type C – Schengen, tourism/business/private, multiple entry)
90d$109multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply FamilyLong-Stay Visa (Type D – family reunification with foreigner holding residence)
365d$218multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply FamilyLong-Stay Visa (Type D – family member of Bulgarian citizen)
365d$218multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply BusinessLong-Stay Visa (Type D – trade representative office / economic activity)
365d$218multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply RetirementLong-Stay Visa (Type D – pensioner with sufficient funds)
365d$218multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply HumanitarianLong-Stay Visa (Type D – humanitarian / other grounds under Foreigners Act)
365d$218multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply HumanitarianAsylum or international protection (refugee / humanitarian status – entry and stay)
$0
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