Bulgaria
South Africa
South Africa visa for Bulgarian citizens
Entry requirement
Bulgarian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at dirco.gov.za
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to Bulgaria
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Travel advice for South Africa
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Bulgaria to South Africa, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates South Africa at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Africa (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Africa (updated 28 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Bulgarian citizens can stay in South Africa
Bulgarian citizens may stay in South Africa for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Bulgarian citizens
Eswatini, Botswana and Lesotho admit Bulgarian citizens visa-free.
South African citizens travelling to Bulgaria
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Bulgaria.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bulgarian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Bulgarian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Bulgarian citizens stay in South Africa?
Bulgarian citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 90 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Bulgaria.
Can Bulgarian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Bulgarian citizens can enter South Africa without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.