Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Medical Treatment
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- 90 days in any 180-day period
- Entry
- Single entry
Short-stay Schengen visa for medical treatment of less than 90 days in Bulgaria. For Annex I nationals seeking medical care in Bulgarian healthcare facilities.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries seeking medical treatment in Bulgaria for up to 90 days
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Purpose of visit
Must have confirmed medical appointment or treatment plan at a Bulgarian healthcare facility
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, color, light background, face covering 70-80% of photo
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, insurance coverage documentation, financial guarantees; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover medical treatment, accommodation, and living expenses
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All EU/Schengen member states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or hospital accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from Bulgarian healthcare institution confirming appointment/treatment with dates and estimated duration
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/bgr/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 90
How to apply
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Document gathering
Receive confirmation letter from Bulgarian healthcare institution
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Fee payment
Pay EUR 90 visa fee
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at nearest VFS Global center or Bulgarian consulate
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Document submission
Attend appointment and submit all documents with biometrics
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Processing wait
Standard processing time is 15 calendar days
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Visa collection
Collect passport with Schengen visa sticker