Israeli Embassy in Sofia
Embassy 
Israel Sofia, Bulgaria
- Address
- бул. Шипченски проход 18, 1113 София
- Phone
- +359 2 903 3500
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Record last updated on 14 May 2023
The Israeli embassy in Sofia stands at бул. Шипченски проход 18, 1113 София, in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Bulgarian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for Israel, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days. Its opening hours on record: Monday to Friday, 09:30–12:30.
Opening hours of the Israeli embassy in Sofia
| Monday | 09:30–12:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:30–12:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–12:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30–12:30 |
| Friday | 09:30–12:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Bulgaria
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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
The Israeli embassy in Sofia is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:30–12:30.
Israel visa for Bulgarian citizens
BulgariaIsrael Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Israel visa for citizens of Bulgaria
IsraelBulgaria Visa-free, 90 days Bulgaria visa for citizens of Israel
Bulgarian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for Israel, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days. The application is made online, not at the Israeli embassy in Sofia.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of India in Sofia4 Alfred Noble Street, Sofia 1113, Bulgaria
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Embassy of Iraq in SofiaАнтон П. Чехов 21, Sofia
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Embassy of Azerbaijan in SofiaЧарлз Дарвин 6, 1113 София
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Embassy of Japan in SofiaЛюлякова градина 14, София
Israel’s other missions in Bulgaria
The Israeli embassy in Sofia is the only mission of Israel in Bulgaria on record. Bulgaria in turn has an embassy in Tel Aviv.
Good to know
About the Israeli embassy in Sofia
It appears in official lists as Embassy of Israel in Sofia.
Address and contact
Address: бул. Шипченски проход 18, 1113 София. The record for the Israeli embassy in Sofia includes a phone number.
Israeli citizens travelling to Bulgaria
Bulgaria admits Israeli citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
When the Israeli embassy in Sofia is closed
Expect the Israeli embassy in Sofia to be shut on Christmas Eve on Thursday 24 December 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Before visiting the Israeli embassy in Sofia
Call the Israeli embassy in Sofia before you go to confirm the hours and whether an appointment is needed.
Near the Israeli embassy in Sofia
The Israeli embassy in Sofia has 4 other foreign missions within 1 km.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Israeli Embassy in Sofia?
The Israeli embassy in Sofia is at бул. Шипченски проход 18, 1113 София.
What are the opening hours of the Israeli Embassy in Sofia?
The Israeli embassy in Sofia is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:30–12:30.
Is the Israeli Embassy in Sofia open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the Israeli embassy in Sofia do not include Saturday.
When is the Israeli Embassy in Sofia closed?
The Israeli embassy in Sofia closes on Bulgaria’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Eve on Thursday 24 December 2026, and usually on the national day of Israel.
Do Bulgarian citizens need a visa for Israel?
Bulgarian citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for Israel, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.
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