A pre-travel approval applied for online. Not a visa — typically issued within 24-72 hours.

A pre-travel approval applied for online. Not a visa — typically issued within 24-72 hours. Permitted stay is 90 days.

Bulgaria passport holders can typically stay in Australia for 90 days under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

Bulgaria citizens need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) to enter Australia. A pre-travel approval applied for online. Not a visa — typically issued within 24-72 hours.

90 days on each visit in 12-month period if granted. eVisitor is issued free of charge. May enter using SmartGate . In 2025, approval rates for Bulgarian citizens rose sharply compared to previous years. However, about 10% of applications are still rejected. Proof of employment, retirement, or enrollment in a university is mandatory. In the event of being asked for financial resources, a bank statement from the last 3 months showing at least AUD 5,000 and proof of consistent monthly income is recommended. If these conditions cannot be met, additional documents demonstrating intent to return to the home country are recommended to avoid visa refusal. It is generally still considered a visa exemption, as 90% of eVisitor visas are automatically granted in less than a day for citizens of other eVisitor-eligible countries. However, for Bulgarian citizens, the automatic grant rate is very low, as most applications are subject to manual review.

Apply online through the official Australia ETA portal before traveling. Most travel authorizations are issued within 24-72 hours. You'll need your passport details, travel dates, and a payment method.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, Bulgaria citizens typically enter Australia under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Australia embassy or consulate.