Uzbekistan to Bulgaria: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan → 🇧🇬 Bulgaria
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Uzbekistan citizens must obtain a visa before entering Bulgaria. Apply in advance at the Bulgaria embassy or consulate in Uzbekistan. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Bulgaria embassy application. Cost of living in Bulgaria runs about 10% higher than in Uzbekistan (index 32 vs 23, NYC=100).

Uzbekistan Passport Strength

28 Visa-free
29 Visa on arrival
48 e-Visa
94 Visa required

Entry Details — Bulgaria

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
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 — Uzbekistan Passport

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

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Bulgaria is approximately 10% more expensive than Uzbekistan (index 32 vs 23, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Bulgaria cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Bulgaria — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Uzbekistan citizens need a visa to visit Bulgaria?+

Uzbekistan passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Bulgaria. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Uzbekistan passport holders stay in Bulgaria?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Bulgaria embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

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 Uzbekistan citizens to enter Bulgaria?+

A valid Uzbekistan passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

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.