๐ง๐ฌ Bulgaria visa requirements for Irish citizens
No visa needed โ Irish citizens can enter Bulgaria visa-free.
Entry rules for Ireland passport holders
Holders of a valid Ireland passport can travel to Bulgaria for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Bulgaria immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
About Bulgaria
- Capital
- Sofia
- Region
- Southeast Europe
- Currency
- Bulgarian lev (ะปะฒ)
- Languages
- Bulgarian
Prepare for your trip to Bulgaria
- Airport transfers โUse code TPO5 for 5% off
- Flight delayed or cancelled? Claim compensation โCode AHTPO9 for AirHelp+
- Rent a car from local companies โ
- City attraction passes โ
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Frequently asked questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?
No visa needed โ Irish citizens can enter Bulgaria visa-free.
What currency is used in Bulgaria?
The currency in Bulgaria is the Bulgarian lev (ะปะฒ). The capital city is Sofia.
Is this information up to date?
This page is refreshed weekly from the open Passport Index dataset. Current status: Visa-free for Irish citizens traveling to Bulgaria. Always double-check with official sources before booking, as rules can change at short notice.
More of Europe with a Ireland passport
- ๐ฆ๐ฑ Albania โ visa-free ยท 90 days
- ๐ฆ๐ฉ Andorra โ visa-free
- ๐ฆ๐น Austria โ visa-free
- ๐ง๐พ Belarus โ visa-free ยท 30 days
- ๐ง๐ช Belgium โ visa-free
- ๐ง๐ฆ Bosnia and Herzegovina โ visa-free ยท 90 days
- ๐ญ๐ท Croatia โ visa-free
- ๐จ๐พ Cyprus โ visa-free
- ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia โ visa-free
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