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Do Nigeria citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

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Nigeria citizens need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Nigeria vs Bulgaria: passport comparison

Nigeria

26

visa-free countries

Global rank: #181 · mobility 70.5

Bulgaria

118

visa-free countries

Global rank: #35 · mobility 167
13

countries both Nigeria and Bulgaria can enter visa-free together

Nigeria + Bulgaria: passport compatibility

26%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Nigeria and Bulgaria travel together — by entry type:

13 both visa-free
11 both visa on arrival
15 both e-visa / eTA
13 both need a visa
145 access differs

Where Nigeria and Bulgaria can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (13)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Cape Verde 30 days #136
Dominica 180 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Kiribati 90 days #84
Micronesia 30 days #89
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Senegal 90 days #141
Seychelles 90 days #58
Vanuatu 120 days #105

Your odds of getting the visa: Nigeria → Bulgaria

Visa guides tell you whether a visa is required. This block answers the second question — will you get it. Figures come from the European Commission's official 2025 statistics, broken down per country pair.

56,7%
of Bulgaria visa applications refused in Nigeria
+42,2 pp above the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused more often than average
2,453applications filed
712visas issued
1,390refusals
#8strictest of 118 countries
Where Bulgaria visa applications are filed: Abuja

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in Nigeria — rather than by the applicant's nationality. For most countries these nearly coincide, but applications filed there by other nationals are included too. 2025 data. Source: European Commission, DG HOME

Bulgaria: good to know

Sofia

Capital

Bulgarian Lev (BGN)

Currency

Eastern European Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+359

Calling code

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Documents you'll usually need for Bulgaria

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Nigeria citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
Nigeria citizens need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Nigeria or Bulgaria?
The Bulgaria passport is stronger: 118 visa-free countries versus 26. Global rank: Nigeria #181, Bulgaria #35.
Where can Nigeria and Bulgaria citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 13 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Bulgaria?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Nigeria and Bulgaria?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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