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GreeceGreece visa requirements for Bulgaria citizens (2026)
Visa-free. No. Bulgaria passport holders do not need a visa for Greece for tourism. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Greece entry requirements for Bulgaria citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
What to bring to Greece
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Official fees
| Item | Official fee |
|---|---|
| ETIAS (not yet required; once live) | €20 |
Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.
Recent rule changes for Greece
- 2025-10-12: The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) started; it became fully operational at all Schengen external borders on 10 Apr 2026. Non-EU visitors register fingerprints and a facial image on first entry instead of passport stamps.
- 2026-10: ETIAS (travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, €20) is not yet operating. The EU says the start date will be announced several months in advance; no application is needed today.
Good to know
- Stays are limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen area.
- Apply for a visa at the consulate of the country of your main destination (or first entry if equal).
Greece at a glance for travellers
- 93 of 198 passports can enter Greece without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Bulgaria passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 147 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: applying for a Schengen visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: EES fully operational (10 Apr 2026) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | EU: ETIAS FAQ | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Greece entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bulgaria citizens need a visa for Greece?
No. Bulgaria passport holders do not need a visa for Greece for tourism. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
What documents do Bulgaria passport holders need for Greece?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Bulgaria passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Greece?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.