Hungary to Bulgaria: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇭🇺 Hungary → 🇧🇬 Bulgaria
Visa Free

Visa-free entry — verify exact stay limits at destination.

Hungary citizens can enter Bulgaria without a visa. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in Bulgaria is about 11% lower than in Hungary (index 32 vs 43, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

Hungary Passport Strength

119 Visa-free
29 Visa on arrival
37 e-Visa
14 Visa required

Entry Details — Bulgaria

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
Varies — check destination
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Bulgaria
32.4
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Bulgaria
10%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$810/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — Hungary Passport

🇦🇱AlbaniaVisa Free 🇦🇩AndorraVisa Free 🇦🇹AustriaVisa Free 🇧🇾BelarusVisa Free 🇧🇪BelgiumVisa Free 🇧🇦Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa Free 🇭🇷CroatiaVisa Free 🇨🇾CyprusVisa Free

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Bulgaria is approximately 11% cheaper than Hungary (index 32 vs 43, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Bulgaria cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Bulgaria — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Hungary citizens need a visa to visit Bulgaria?+

Hungary passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Bulgaria. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Hungary passport holders stay in Bulgaria?+

Hungary citizens enjoy visa-free access to Bulgaria. The standard permitted stay is 90 days within any 180-day period for Schengen and most bilateral agreements — verify the exact limit with the official immigration authority before travel.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Bulgaria?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Bulgaria?+

The cost of living index for Bulgaria is 32.4 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Bulgaria.

What documents are required for Hungary citizens to enter Bulgaria?+

A valid Hungary passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.