Britons living in Bulgaria. Guide to Bulgaria, Sofia and Varna

Bulgaria Visa & Health | iExplore.com
UK nationals: UK passport holders, endorsed British Citizen, do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for a period of up to 90 days in a six-month period. ...

A passport valid for at least six months on entry is required and a visa will only be issued if blank pages are available.Irish nationals: Irish nationals do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for a period of up to 90 days within a six-month period. A passport valid for at least three months after entry is required.Australians: Australians do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for a period of up to 90 days within a six-month period. A passport valid for at least three months after entry is required.South Africans: South Africans need a visa to enter Bulgaria. A passport valid for the period of intended stay is required.New Zealanders: New Zealanders do not require a visa for a maximum stay of 90 days within a six-month period. A valid passport valid for at least three months on entry is required.HealthNo vaccinations are required for entry to Bulgaria. All visitors to Bulgaria must register as foreigners at a local police station within five days of arrival. Facilities in local hospitals are basic and old-fashioned and specialized treatment and equipment is not freely available. Food is safe in hotels and restaurants, but street vendors should be avoided. Immigration and entry regulations are very strictly enforced. Mains water is chlorinated, but occasionally causes stomach upsets, so bottled water is advised. Medical insurance, with provision for emergency evacuation, is therefore vital.SafetyMost visits to Bulgaria are trouble-free. Medical treatment can be expensive and payment is expected immediately. Other UK passport holders require a visa and a passport that is valid for at least six months.Canadians: Canadians do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for a period of up to 90 days within a six-month period. Passports must be valid for at least three months after entry.UK nationals: UK passport holders, endorsed British Citizen, do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for a period of up to 90 days in a six-month period. Passports should be valid for the period of intended stay. Privacy Policy Visitors must have proof of sufficient funds or onward or return tickets in addition to other documents needed for the next destination. The country poses few health risks beyond mild travelers' diarrhoea. This registration is usually done as a matter of course through the hotel or accommodation establishment. Violent crime is rare, but criminal groups target casinos and nightclubs and groups of young pickpockets are active in city centers and the Black Sea holiday resorts. Visitors are advised to check this, as a dated registration slip has to be submitted when leaving the country.