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New ZealandBulgariaTravel corridor

Bulgaria visa requirements for citizens of New Zealand.

Visa-freeStays of up to 90 days per visit.

No — citizens of New Zealand can typically visit Bulgaria visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. Longer stays or other purposes (work, study, residence) use a dedicated visa route.

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Routes for Bulgaria last verified 12 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Beyond short stays

Other ways into Bulgaria for citizens of New Zealand.

Study & Training

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National long-stay visa (Type D) -- study
Bulgaria Student Residence Permit (Higher Education)Gov fee €100 · ~30 days processing

Work & Self-Employment

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Bulgaria Digital Nomad Residence PermitGov fee €100 · ~45 days processing
Freelance (self-employment) Visa D + residence permitAvailable
Bulgaria Self-Employment / Freelance Residence PermitGov fee €100 · ~60 days processing
StartUp Visa (High-Tech and/or Innovative Project Certificate)Available
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Invest & Capital

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Bulgaria Permanent Residence by Investment (Investor Route)Gov fee €511 · ~60 days processing
Prolonged Residence for Real Estate OwnersAvailable
Bulgarian Citizenship by Investment (golden passport scheme)Not available
Bulgaria Permanent Residence by Company Investment (Job Creation)Gov fee €511 · ~60 days processing

Retire & Lifestyle

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Bulgaria Pensioner / Retirement Residence PermitGov fee €100 · ~30 days processing

Family & Origin

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Bulgaria Family Reunification Residence PermitGov fee €100 · ~90 days processing
Bulgaria Permanent Residence by Bulgarian OriginGov fee €51 · ~60 days processing

Special Categories

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Bulgaria Researcher Residence Permit (Hosting Agreement)Gov fee €100 · ~30 days processing
Bulgaria Long-Term Resident (EU) Status~60 days processing

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