Key Points
- Bulgaria will launch a new National Visa Information System in August 2024
Overview
The government of Bulgaria will launch a new version of its National Visa Information System (NVIS) from August 9, 2024, to August 18, 2024.
During this time, Bulgarian consular offices and missions will suspend accepting visa applications and applications for Bulgarian identity documents such as passports and ID cards.
The Bulgarian government’s launch of the updated National Visa Information System (NVIS) is a critical step towards modernizing the country’s immigration infrastructure. Scheduled between August 9 and August 18, 2024, this upgrade will temporarily halt the acceptance of visa applications and Bulgarian identity documents, including passports and ID cards, at consular offices and missions. This suspension is essential for ensuring a smooth transition to the new system, which aims to enhance applicants’ efficiency, security, and user experience. Travelers and Bulgarian nationals planning to apply for these documents should be aware of this temporary disruption and plan accordingly to avoid delays.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check Bulgaria’s government website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Republic of Bulgaria, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
