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Do Pakistan citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

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

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Pakistan vs Bulgaria: passport comparison

Pakistan

10

visa-free countries

Global rank: #194 · mobility 62.8

Bulgaria

118

visa-free countries

Global rank: #35 · mobility 167
10

countries both Pakistan and Bulgaria can enter visa-free together

Pakistan + Bulgaria: passport compatibility

31%

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

Where Pakistan and Bulgaria travel together — by entry type:

10 both visa-free
14 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
17 both need a visa
135 access differs

Where Pakistan 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 (10)

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
Dominica 180 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Trinidad and Tobago 90 days #63
Vanuatu 120 days #105

Your odds of getting the visa: Pakistan → 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.

44,0%
of Bulgaria visa applications refused in Pakistan
+29,5 pp above the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused more often than average
393applications filed
196visas issued
173refusals
#11strictest of 118 countries
Where Bulgaria visa applications are filed: Islamabad

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in Pakistan — 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

Where else Pakistan goes visa-free

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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 Pakistan citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
Pakistan citizens need a visa to enter Bulgaria. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Pakistan or Bulgaria?
The Bulgaria passport is stronger: 118 visa-free countries versus 10. Global rank: Pakistan #194, Bulgaria #35.
Where can Pakistan and Bulgaria citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 10 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 Pakistan 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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