Medical visa · Indonesia to Bulgaria

Long-Stay Visa (Type D) - Medical Treatment

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 365 days
• Processing time: 35 business days
• Fee: EUR 100 (6-month visa) or EUR 200 (12-month visa)
• Validity: 6 or 12 months
• Entry: Multiple entry

Long-stay visa for persons hospitalized in a Bulgarian healthcare institution for long-term treatment (over 90 days). Applicant must demonstrate financial capability to fund treatment and living expenses. Issued for 6 or 12 months with multiple entries.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Non-EU/EEA nationals requiring long-term medical treatment in Bulgaria

• Purpose of visit

  Must be hospitalized in a Bulgarian healthcare institution for long-term treatment exceeding 90 days

  Includes

  • Long-term medical treatment
• Financial

  Must demonstrate financial capability to fund all treatment, transportation, and living expenses

  Minimum funds: Coverage for all expenses

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, color, light background, face covering 70-80% of photo, taken within last 6 months

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank statements, financial guarantees, insurance coverage documentation; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover all medical, transportation, and living expenses

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Hospital admission confirmation or rental agreement for recovery period; Must cover full stay: Yes

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Official letter from a Bulgarian healthcare institution confirming admission for treatment, including diagnosis, treatment plan, and expected duration

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Long-Stay Visa Application Form (Type D); Form url: https://www.mfa.bg/upload/99380/2_Visa_D.pdf

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Cash, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 100 (6-month) or EUR 200 (12-month)

• Private health insurance

  Coverage territory: European Union member states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Receive official acceptance from a Bulgarian healthcare institution with diagnosis, treatment plan, and expected duration

2. Fee payment

   Pay EUR 100 for 6-month visa or EUR 200 for 12-month visa

3. Appointment booking

   Schedule in-person appointment at the Bulgarian diplomatic mission

4. Document submission

   Submit all documents in person. Personal interview is mandatory.

5. Processing wait

   Processing takes up to 35 business days

6. Visa collection

   Collect passport with long-stay visa sticker

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.