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Embassy of India in Sofia, Bulgaria

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Embassy of India in Sofia, Bulgaria, located at 4 Alfred Nobel Street. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of India, or find information about the address, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    4 Alfred Nobel Street
    Geo Milev
    1113 Sofia
    Bulgaria

  • Telephone

    +359 2 963 5675, +359 2 963 5676, +359 2 963 5677

  • Emergency Phone

    +359 87 688 6165

  • Fax

    +359 2 963 5686

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–1:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–1:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–1:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–1:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–1:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM

    Lunch Break: 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 1:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Sofia: 12:45 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the Embassy of India in Sofia, Bulgaria

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India / September 22 Flag of Bulgaria
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 26 Flag of India
  • Krishna Janmashtami: September 4 Flag of India

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of India in Sofia, Bulgaria:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • NRI (Non Resident Indian) certificate
  • Renunciation of Indian citizenship

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Bulgarian passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

Arun Kumar Sahu, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of India to Bulgaria

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Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

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Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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See also

Bulgaria in India

Bulgaria has 4 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 05 May 2026 at 04:53 AM (EST).

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