A Look at Long Stay Visas and Retirement in Bulgaria

If you will be traveling to Bulgaria for a long term stay that will be lasting for a period longer than 90 days then you will need to get your self a long stay visa before arriving in the country. If you are planning on coming to Bulgaria to retire abroad then you will also need to be in possession of a long stay visa to do so legally. Unless you will be staying in a hotel the entire time you are in Bulgaria, it is important to remember that any foreigner visiting Bulgaria must visit the local police within five days of arriving in the country and register. If you are required to register your self and do not do so you can be held liable for a hefty fine for not doing so.

If you plan on staying in Bulgaria longer than 90 days for any reason then you will need to get a long stay visa, which is also known as a Type D visa. You can apply for a long stay visa for your self at the Ministry of Interior in Bulgaria. You do not have to apply in advance of your arrival but can actually make the application once you are already in the country.