Russian Embassy in Sofia
Embassy 
Russia Sofia, Bulgaria
- Address
- 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia
- Phone
- +359 2 963-44-58
- bulgaria@mid.ru
- Website
- bulgaria.mid.ru
- Fax
- +359 2 963-41-03
Head of mission: Митрофанова Элеонора Валентиновна
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Foreign ministry of Russia: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 30 October 2026
Russia’s embassy to Bulgaria is in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, at 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia. Its opening hours on record: Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:30. Within 1 km there are 11 other foreign missions.
Opening hours of the Russian embassy in Sofia
| Monday | 09:00–12:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–12:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–12:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00–12:30 |
| Friday | 09:00–12:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Bulgaria
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Christmas Eve
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Christmas Day
Public holidays in Russia
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New Year's Day
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New Year holiday
The Russian embassy in Sofia is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:30.
Russia visa for Bulgarian citizens
BulgariaRussia e-Visa Russia visa for citizens of Bulgaria
RussiaBulgaria Visa required Bulgaria visa for citizens of Russia
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, not at the Russian embassy in Sofia.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Mongolia in SofiaФредерик Жолио Кюри 52, София
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Embassy of Vietnam in SofiaBulgaria, Sofia 1113, ul. “Jetvarka” № 1
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Embassy of Germany in SofiaUliza Frederic-Joliot-Curie 25, Sofia
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Embassy of Cuba in SofiaКонстантин Щъркелов 1, София
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Embassy of Argentina in SofiaCalle Frederic Joliot-Curie Nº 19 - Bloque 1 - Pisos 4 - Departmento 6 - Barrio Izgrev -, 1113 Sofía, Sofia
Russia’s other missions in Bulgaria
All missions of Russia in Bulgaria (4)
The Russian embassy in Sofia is one of 4 missions of Russia in Bulgaria. Consulates: Varna, Sofia and Rousse. Bulgaria in turn has 2 missions in Russia, its embassy being in Moscow.
Good to know
About the Russian embassy in Sofia
It appears in official lists as Embassy of Russia in Sofia. The head of mission on record is Митрофанова Элеонора Валентиновна.
Address and contact
Address: 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia. The record for the Russian embassy in Sofia includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.
Russian citizens travelling to Bulgaria
Russian citizens need a visa for Bulgaria, obtained before travel.
When the Russian embassy in Sofia is closed
Expect the Russian embassy in Sofia to be shut on Christmas Eve on Thursday 24 December 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and often on New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, a holiday in Russia.
Before visiting the Russian embassy in Sofia
Current procedures for the Russian embassy in Sofia, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the Russian embassy in Sofia
The Russian embassy in Sofia has 11 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Russian Embassy in Sofia?
The Russian embassy in Sofia is at 1113, г. София, бул. Драган Цанков, 28, Sofia.
What are the opening hours of the Russian Embassy in Sofia?
The Russian embassy in Sofia is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:30.
Is the Russian Embassy in Sofia open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the Russian embassy in Sofia do not include Saturday.
When is the Russian Embassy in Sofia closed?
The Russian 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 Russia.
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.
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