Embassy of Russia in Sofia
Today 09:00–12:30- Address
- 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia
- Phone
- +359 2 963-44-58
- Website
- bulgaria.mid.ru
- Head of mission
- Митрофанова Элеонора Валентиновна
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Russian Embassy & Consulates in Bulgaria
- 1 embassy
- 2 consulates general
- 1 consulate
In Bulgaria, Russia has an embassy in Sofia, 2 consulates general in Varna and Sofia and a consulate in Rousse. Russia requires a visa from Bulgarian citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 30 days.
Map: Russia’s 4 missions in Bulgaria
Map: Russia’s 4 missions in Bulgaria
Russian Embassy in Sofia
Russia has its embassy in Sofia, the capital; the address on record is 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia. The head of mission on record is Митрофанова Элеонора Валентиновна. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Russian consulates in Bulgaria
Russia also has 2 consulates general in Varna and Sofia and a consulate in Rousse; its work is consular: passports and documents for its own citizens and, often, visas for visitors.
Russia visa for Bulgarian citizens
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Russia visa requirements for citizens of Bulgaria
- Unified electronic visa (e-visa)
- Regular tourist visa
- Private, business, study and work visas (invitation-based)
- 11 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Bulgarian citizens need an e-Visa for Russia, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 30 days. The application is made online on the official portal of Russia, not at the Russian embassy.
Bulgaria’s missions in Russia
Missions of Bulgaria in Russia (2)
In return, Bulgaria has 2 missions in Russia, including its embassy in Moscow.
Good to know
Russia in Bulgaria
Worldwide, Russia has 301 missions in 155 countries; 4 of them are in Bulgaria.
Travel to Bulgaria for Russian citizens
Russian citizens need a visa for Bulgaria, obtained before travel. In Bulgaria, Russian citizens can turn to the Russian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Russian missions in Bulgaria are closed
Russian missions in Bulgaria close 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 Russia, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Russian embassy in Bulgaria?
The Russian embassy is in Sofia, at 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia.
Does Russia have consulates in Bulgaria?
Yes, Russia has 2 consulates general in Varna and Sofia and a consulate in Rousse.
Do Bulgarian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Bulgarian citizens need an e-Visa for Russia, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 30 days.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
Bulgaria requires Russian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Does Bulgaria have an embassy in Russia?
Yes, Bulgaria has its embassy in Moscow, along with 1 other mission in Russia.