Embassy & Consulate of Bulgaria in China

Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Beijing

Ambassador: H.E.Mr. Grigor Porozhanov
Address: No.4, Xiu Shui Bei Jie, Jian Guo Men Wai, Chaoyang District
Postal Code: 100600
Tel: (+86)10 6532 1946, 6532 1916
Fax: (+86)10 6532 4502
Economic & Commercial Office
Tel: (+86)10 6532 2969
E-mail: bulebm@public.bta.net.cn

Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria in Shanghai

Address: 7K, Hongqiao Business Center, No. 2272 Hongqiao Road, Shanghai
Postal Code: 200336
Tel: (+86)21 6237 6183
Fax: (+86)21 6237 6189
Mobile Phone: (+86)10 139 1695 3233 (for Consul General)
Working Time: 10:00-12:00, Monday-Friday
Consular Districts: Shanghai Municipality, Zhejiang Province, Jiangsu Province, Anhui Province, Fujian Province, Jiangxi Province

Notices for Chinese Going to Bulgaria

About Visa
According to the Visa Abolition Agreement between Bulgaria and China, Chinese diplomatic / service (official) / ordinary passport holders (including Hong Kong and Marco) are exempt from visa and they can stay there for up to 90 days.

Policy of Nationality and Immigration
The Republic of Bulgaria does not recognize dual nationality. Foreigners gaining Bulgarian Permanent Residence for a period exceeding 5 years can apply for Bulgarian nationality.

Customs
Most nationals believe in Orthodox Church, and 10% of residents who are Turks take the belief of Islam. Contrary to China, a vertical head nod means negation and a lateral headshake means approval. Traditionally, Bulgarians present even-numbered flowers in funerals, so it is a taboo to give even-numbered gifts or flowers in daily life.

Useful Telephone Numbers of Sofia City
Police Telephone: 166
Fire Emergency Number: 160
Traffic Accident Telephone: 165
Highway Succor: 146
First-aid Center Number: 51531

Taxi and Suggestions for Taking a Taxi in Sofia
The price generally is 0.50 - 0.70 Bulgarian Lev per kilometers. The starting (minimum) fare is also 0.50 - 0.70 Lev. The taxi is yellow and there is 'taxi' in the top of the taxi. In Sofia, you'd better choose OK Taxi Company (call 9732121), Soifiataxi company, or taxi marked with 91280.

Please contact China Embassy in Bulgaria if Bulgarians will go to China.

China Tour from Sofia Bulgaria

- Last updated on Aug. 16, 2022 -

Questions & Answers on Embassy & Consulate of Bulgaria in China

Asked by ping from CHINA | May. 20, 2018 10:47

do I need a visa to visit Bulgaria?

I am Chinese citizen and live in USA as a resident for 17 years, now I want to visit Bulgaria, do I need a visa?

Answers (1)

Answered by Aidan from USA | May. 21, 2018 21:30

Yes, you need to apply for it for Bulgaria before your trip.

Asked by Vio from CHINA | Oct. 25, 2017 02:38

Can we get a certificate of Signature and how?

We are from Zhejiang China. The lawyer in Bulgaria told us, they need a document, of which the signature must be certified by Notary and should have apostille. So can we get a certificate of Signature in Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria in Shanghai and how?

Answers (3)

Answered by Kate from USA | Oct. 25, 2017 04:31

Hi, if the certificate is issued in Bulgaria and you want to use it in mainland China, I'm afraid you need to get the certificate from the Chinese embassy or the consulate in Bulgaria.

Answered by Vio from CHINA | Oct. 25, 2017 19:22

This document with certificate is issued in Bulgaria and we want to use it in Bulgaria, so can we go to Bulgaria Embassy in China and get a certificate?

Answered by Kate | Oct. 25, 2017 19:51

Maybe you can do that. You are advised to contact the Bulgaria embassy in China to confirm this.

Asked by 巴蒂 from GUINEA | Aug. 02, 2017 19:13

I am a foreigner student going for participate for a conference in Bulgaria.

how to take the appointment in the embassy since I don't see online application.
So I would like to know if i need to be there at the Beijing embassy to take appointment or if I need to take the online application before i go to beijing?

Answers (1)

Answered by Candy from GERMANY | Aug. 02, 2017 20:40

Usually, you don't need to make the appointment for the application. But you are advised to call the embassy in Beijing to confirm about that. TEL: +359 2 948 2018/359 2 971 10 54

Asked by Maria from BULGARIA | Jan. 24, 2016 05:19

Where is the bulgarian embassy in Hong Kong?

Answers (1)

Answered by John from POLAND | Jan. 24, 2016 19:52

Dear, as far as I know, there is no consulate general of Bulgaria in HK. If you have any questions, you can contact with the consulate general of Bulgaria in Beijing or Shanghai.

Asked by Chengbei from CHINA | Sep. 25, 2015 09:14

Hello, if there is a mistaked birth day would the invitation form be invalid?

I received our invitations from Bulgaria, but on the one of them the birth day was mistaken. Instead of 13 march it was 16 march, but the year is the same. Would it be a problem?

Thank you in advance for your help!

Answers (1)

Answered by Charlie from IRELAND | Sep. 26, 2015 00:52

I am afraid that this invitation letter can't be used. All personal information including name, sex and date of birth should be in accordance with what are written on your passport.