# Do Turkey passport holders need a visa for Bulgaria?

Yes. Turkey passport holders need a visa to visit Bulgaria.

- Entry status: Visa required
- Last updated: 10 November 2026
- Page: https://edenpax.com/passport/turkey/to/bulgaria

## Before you go

- Qualifying Turkish regular-passport holders with a Schengen/EU visa or qualifying residence permit may transit visa-free between Türkiye and the issuing state.
- Visa-exempt travellers must complete an online ETIAS form before travel after EES is fully implemented.
- Passport expiry must be at least three months after departure from the Schengen area.
- Border officials may request a return or round-trip ticket.

## Related

- [Everywhere the Turkey passport can go](https://edenpax.com/passport/turkey)
- [Every passport visiting Bulgaria](https://edenpax.com/destination/visiting-bulgaria)