Yes, a Schengen visa. Bulgaria is in the Schengen Area, so Nigerian passport holders need a Schengen short-stay visa before travelling. Allowed stay: up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
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NGA → BULGARIASCHENGEN VISAUP TO 90 DAYS IN ANY 180-DAY PERIOD
Bulgaria · Schengen visa
You need a Schengen visa
Bulgaria is in the Schengen Area. Nigerian passport holders need a Schengen short-stay visa (type C) before travelling.
How to enter
Apply at the embassy or visa centre of Bulgaria if it is your main destination (where you spend the most nights), or your first point of entry if nights are equal. You can apply up to 6 months ahead, and decisions normally take about 15 days. One Schengen visa covers all 29 Schengen countries.
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
What to carry
Nigerian passport valid 3+ months after you leave, issued in the last 10 years, with 2 blank pages
Completed Schengen visa application form
Recent passport photograph
Travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000
Return flight reservation and day-by-day itinerary
Hotel bookings or invitation letter
Bank statements, usually for the last 6 months
Employment letter with approved leave, or CAC business documents
Yellow fever vaccination card (yellow card)
HealthNigeria is a yellow fever country. Many destinations and airlines ask travellers from Nigeria for a yellow fever certificate, so keep your yellow card with your passport.
Checked against official and news sources, September 2026. The border officer makes the final decision.
Common questions about Bulgaria
Do Nigerians need a visa for Bulgaria?
Yes, a Schengen visa. Bulgaria is in the Schengen Area, so Nigerian passport holders need a Schengen short-stay visa before travelling. Allowed stay: up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
How long can a Nigerian stay in Bulgaria?
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period for a tourist visit. The immigration officer at the border decides the exact length of your stay.
Can I visit Bulgaria with a Schengen visa from another country?
Yes. A valid Schengen visa issued by any Schengen country covers a short visit, as long as it covers your dates, has entries left and is not limited to specific countries. An EU/Schengen residence permit also allows visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
What documents do Nigerians need to visit Bulgaria?
Commonly checked documents: nigerian passport valid 3+ months after you leave, issued in the last 10 years, with 2 blank pages; completed Schengen visa application form; recent passport photograph; travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000; return flight reservation and day-by-day itinerary; hotel bookings or invitation letter.
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