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French Embassy in Bulgaria

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In Bulgaria, France has an embassy in Sofia. Bulgarian citizens and French citizens move freely between the two countries.

French Embassy in Sofia

At 27-29, rue Oborichté, 1504 Sofia, the French embassy represents France towards Bulgaria. Its phone number and website are on its page.

France visa for Bulgarian citizens

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As Bulgaria and France both belong to the European free movement area, Bulgarian citizens need only a valid ID card or passport for France.

Bulgaria’s missions in France

Missions of Bulgaria in France (5)

In return, Bulgaria has 5 missions in France, including its embassy in Paris.

Good to know

France in Bulgaria

Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; one of them is in Bulgaria.

When the French embassy in Bulgaria is closed

The French embassy in Bulgaria closes on Bulgaria’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Eve on Thursday 24 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Second day of Christmas on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of France, such as Armistice Day (Armistice 1918) on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the French embassy in Bulgaria?

The French embassy is in Sofia, at 27-29, rue Oborichté, 1504 Sofia.

Do Bulgarian citizens need a visa for France?

As Bulgaria and France both belong to the European free movement area, Bulgarian citizens need only a valid ID card or passport for France.

Do French citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

Free movement applies: French citizens enter Bulgaria with a passport or national identity card and need no visa, whatever the length of stay.

Does Bulgaria have an embassy in France?

Yes, Bulgaria has its embassy in Paris, along with 4 other missions in France.