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Bulgaria Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Algerian citizens need a Schengen (Type C) visa to visit Bulgaria, now a full Schengen member — apply through the Bulgarian embassy or its outsourced visa centre; fee EUR 90, standard processing 15 calendar days.

Guide last updated September 10, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from the Schengen area, issued within the last 10 years
  • Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
  • Two recent biometric passport photos (35x35mm, white background)
  • Schengen travel health insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
  • Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter from a host in Bulgaria
  • Proof of financial means (bank statements for the last 3 months)
  • Biometrics: fingerprints and digital photo captured at the visa application centre (mandatory for first-time applicants)

Visa types

  • Short-stay Schengen visa (Type C): single, double, or multiple entry, valid up to 90 days within any 180-day period, fee EUR 90
  • Airport transit visa: for travelers changing flights without leaving the transit area, fee EUR 90
  • National long-stay visa (Type D): for work, study, or family reunification, fee varies, requires a separate residence permit process

How to apply

  • Book an appointment at the Bulgarian embassy or its authorized visa application centre
  • Complete the Schengen application form and gather all supporting documents
  • Attend the appointment to submit biometrics and documents
  • Pay the visa fee in local currency equivalent to EUR 90
  • Standard processing: up to 15 calendar days, extendable to 30-45 days in complex cases

Fees & processing time

  • Schengen visa fee: EUR 90 (about USD 97)
  • Visa centre service fee if applicable: approx EUR 20-25
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 110-115
  • Standard processing: 15 calendar days
  • Express service is not generally offered for Schengen visas; apply early instead

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel, since Bulgaria now processes visas under full Schengen rules with strict documentation checks
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient funds, weak travel history, unclear ties encouraging return to Algeria
  • A Bulgarian Schengen visa now also permits travel across the rest of the Schengen area, since Bulgaria completed its Schengen accession
  • Keep printed proof of insurance and accommodation for border checks
  • Extensions inside Schengen are rare and only granted for exceptional circumstances (medical emergency, force majeure)

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.