Thai visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bulgarian passport holders visiting Thailand for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bulgarian citizens to enter Thailand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Thailand e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Thailand visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Eligible | |
Thailand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Thailand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Thailand.
If you are looking for Thailand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bulgaria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Thailand nearest your place of residence.
- Sofia: The Honorary Consulate of Thailand in Sofia, Bulgaria (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 52 minutes)
Thailand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Thailand diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to Thailand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,917 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,830 | -2.98% |
| 2010 | 3,187 | 12.61% |
| 2011 | 3,846 | 20.68% |
| 2012 | 4,471 | 16.25% |
| 2013 | 5,309 | 18.74% |
| 2014 | 4,962 | -6.54% |
| 2015 | 5,985 | 20.62% |
| 2016 | 6,506 | 8.71% |
| 2017 | 7,118 | 9.41% |
| 2018 | 7,636 | 7.28% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Thailand & Bulgaria comparison
Thailand's area is approximately 510,890 km2 (197,255 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 4.71 times smaller than Thailand.
As of April 2024, Thailand's population is ~70.5 million people - 63,755,206 more people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted Thailand & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Thailand | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 70,497,977 | 6,742,771 | 63.8 million more people live in Thailand than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 98 | 155 | Thailand has 57 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 35 | 129 | Thailand passport holders visit 94 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 144 | 164 | Thai hosts 20 fewer foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to Thailand in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting Thailand in 2018 was approximately 7,636.
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Useful Information
- Bangkok to Sofia: 8014.32 km (4979.87 mi)
- Travel time: 16 hours 41 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024