Bulgaria: Authorities to lift COVID-19 state of emergency and all domestic measures as of Apr. 1 /update 43

Event

Officials will lift the COVID-19 state of emergency and all domestic measures from April 1.

International Travel Restrictions
Authorities in Bulgaria classify countries as green, orange, or red based on local disease activity and apply various entry restrictions accordingly.

Travelers from green or orange countries can enter Bulgaria upon presenting a valid EU Digital COVID certificate or similar document confirming vaccination against COVID-19, recovery from COVID-19, or a recent negative test result. Travelers arriving from a green or orange location without such documentation must undergo a 10-day quarantine period upon arrival, which may be ended following receipt of a negative result from a PCR or antigen test taken no earlier than 72 hours after arrival. Individuals arriving from orange locations may be subject to rapid antigen testing upon arrival.

Permitted individuals traveling from red countries must present a valid EU digital COVID certificate or similar document confirming vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 or a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival.

To view a regularly updated list of countries by color designation, click here.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.

Resources

Bulgaria Coronavirus Portal (Bulgarian)
Schengen Area countries