Event: On Thursday, September 21, 2023, there is a planned demonstration in downtown Sofia at 11:00 beginning at Aleksander Nevski Cathedral. The demonstration is planned to evolve into a march beginning at 12:00 to the “Triangle of Power” (the space between the buildings of the National Assembly, the Presidency and the Council of Ministers), before …
Read More» Events: On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, there will be a labor union demonstration and procession beginning between Oborishte street and the Council of Ministers in downtown Sofia by 12:00. This is an unfolding event; all times and routes are approximate. Bulgarian authorities report organizers expect five thousand (5,000) participants. The demonstration may employ the use of up to …
Read More» Event: The following events will occur today in downtown Sofia: 16:00 – Gathering in the city garden for Ukraine’s Independence Day. There is a procession planned for 19:00 to 20:30, starting from “Vazrazhdane” garden, along “Alexander Stamboliyski” Blvd. through the pedestrian zone of “St. Nedelya” church, along “Saborna” street, ending in the city garden. Following the procession, …
Read More» Event: On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, there will be a demonstration at the office of the Presidency in downtown Sofia beginning at or around 1830 (6:30 p.m.). The demonstration is scheduled to conclude at 2030 (8:30 p.m.). The protest is organized by the group “Hybrid War” and concerns events in Ukraine. Bulgarian authorities report organizers expect two …
Read More» Event: On Saturday, July 15, 2023, there will be a demonstration beginning at the Ministry of Finance in downtown Sofia at or around 12:00. Demonstrators will march from the Ministry of Finance to the National Assembly. The demonstration is scheduled to conclude at the National Assembly at or around 15:30. The demonstration concerns a labor dispute within …
Read More» Event: On Saturday, June 10, 2023, a protest characterized in the local press as anti-American, will take place at the National Assembly in downtown Sofia beginning at 12:00 p.m. Protestors will arrive in 35 buses that will park in the vicinity of the stadium. The protest is expected to start at 12:00 at the National Assembly. At 13:00, …
Read More» Event: On Tuesday, June 06, 2023, there will be a demonstration at the National Assembly in downtown Sofia at or around 12:00 p.m. Bulgarian authorities expect the demonstration to last throughout the day and anticipate possible counter protests as well. Bulgarian authorities expect 700-1,000 participants but note that number may swell later in the day. All …
Read More» Event: On Friday, June 02, 2023, there will be a demonstration beginning at the Presidency in downtown Sofia at or around 6:30 p.m. (1830). The demonstration will evolve into a march beginning at or around 7:30 p.m. (1930) to the Eagle Bridge. The event is expected to end around 10:00 p.m. (2200). Bulgarian authorities expect 3,000 …
Read More» Event: On Sunday, May 21, 2023, a large demonstration will take place in downtown Sofia. The demonstration will begin at the National Palace of Culture (NDK) at 2:00 p.m. The demonstration will transition into a march that will depart the NDK at 3:30 p.m. enroute to the Presidency, National Assembly 1, and Eagle Bridge, before …
Read More» Event: On Tuesday, May 09, 2023, there will be a march celebrating Victory Day and honoring the “Russian Immortal Regiment” in downtown Sofia. The march will begin at the monument of the Unknown Warrior at 9:30 a.m. and will proceed to the monument of the Soviet army. Local authorities expect around 500-1000 participants. Additionally, at 10:00 a.m., …
Read More» Event: The annual Lukov March, planned for Saturday, February 25, 2023. The march is traditionally held by ultra-nationalistic affiliates. Host nation authorities expect participants of the march to gather at approximately 17:00, and for the demonstration to last until 21:30. Bulgarian officials expect approximately 500-1,000 participants. Participants will meet at the National Palace of Culture (NDK) …
Read More» Event: From 1100 to 1800 hours on Tuesday, January 10, Ataka, a Bulgarian nationalist political party, plans to protest the anniversary of allied forces bombings in Sofia during World War II. Demonstration organizers notified the embassy of a demonstration in front of the U.S. embassy in Sofia, consisting of approximately 60-70 demonstrators. The Embassy does not anticipate disruptions to …
Read More» Event: Demonstration Activity in Sofia – Saturday, December 3, 2022 From 1200 to 1800 hours on Saturday, December 3, 2022, Vazrazhdane, a Bulgarian nationalist political party, will be protesting Bulgaria’s proposed adoption of the Euro. Authorities expect approximately 5,000 demonstrator to congregate in front of the National Assembly. The embassy anticipates a large police presence, blocked streets, and disruptions to normal traffic flow in the area around the National Assembly. Approximately 30 buses transporting demonstrators will …
Read More» Event: A demonstration is expected to occur in front of the National Assembly beginning at 06:30 p.m. on Friday evening, November 18, 2022. Three to four thousand demonstrators are expected to participate. Authorities anticipate there will be blocked streets and disruptions to normal traffic flow in the downtown area around the National Assembly. Local authorities advise …
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Last updated: [05/16/23] COVID-19 Information Update on Change to U.S. Travel Policy Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination for nonimmigrant travel As of 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 12, 2023, noncitizen nonimmigrant air passengers no longer need to show proof of being fully vaccinated with an accepted COVID-19 vaccine to board a flight to the United States. Please …
Read More» Event: A demonstration is expected to occur in front of the National Assembly beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, November 11, 2022. Current reporting suggests that this demonstration will last throughout the day, with a probable conclusion at or around 5:00 p.m. The embassy expects four to seven thousand demonstrators to participate and use 700-800 vehicles, which will …
Read More» Demonstration: A demonstration is expected to occur at the Council of Ministers building beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 29, 2022. Current information suggests this demonstration will be held daily starting August 29 and lasting until September 08, 2022. One thousand to two thousand participants are expected to demonstrate in front of the Council …
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A demonstration is expected to occur at the Presidential Palace of the Republic of Bulgaria at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. Five hundred to seven hundred participants are expected to demonstrate in front of the Bulgarian Presidency building before leading a procession at 7:30 p.m. to the Shevchenko monument located within the Revival …
Read More» On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001, and had continued to urge his followers to attack …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Sofia (June 29, 2022) Location: Countrywide Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Monkeypox in Multiple Countries . Actions to take: Travelers should AVOID: Close contact with sick people, including those with skin lesions or genital lesions. Contact with dead or live …
Read More» Location: Sofia Event: As reported in the news and media, numerous political protests are expected to occur in Sofia during the coming days in relation to the developing political situation in Bulgaria. These protests have the potential to block major routes and intersections in the center of the city, particularly near the government buildings near …
Read More» Protest: A protest is expected to occur across the street from the U.S. Embassy on Saturday, June 18th, starting at approximately 1300. Twenty to thirty people are expected to protest Bulgaria’s involvement with NATO. Event: All U. S. citizens and their families are recommended to avoid the areas impacted by demonstration activities for the duration of …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Sofia (June 11, 2022) Location: Countrywide Event: As of June 12, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on …
Read More» The Department of State/U.S. Mission to Bulgaria is pleased to announce the launch of an online payment program for adult passport renewal for U.S. citizens resident in Bulgaria. Qualified applicants will no longer need to make an interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy. Effective June 5, 2022, passport applicants wishing to pay for their DS-82 …
Read More» Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Event: Various groups from the transportation sector are planning peaceful demonstrations in and around the city of Sofia on Wednesday, 18 May 2022, which are expected to lead to significant traffic congestion and delays throughout the city tomorrow morning and afternoon. Taxi drivers are expected to gather in the morning in Boyana …
Read More» Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Event: Nationwide strikes by truck drivers and transport companies are expected to cause disruptions to traffic in major cities across Bulgaria (Sofia, Burgas, Varna, and Plovdiv) in the coming week. While not expected to be violent, these protests have the potential to block major routes and highways inside, and approaching, the major …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: End of COVID-19 entry restrictions into Bulgaria as of May 1, 2022 As of May 1, 2022, the Government of Bulgaria ended all COVID-19 entry restrictions into Bulgaria. Travelers arriving to Bulgaria no longer need to provide COVID-19 related documents to enter the country. Please note that all other requirements …
Read More» Security Alert: Drifting Mines in the Black Sea Location: Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Black Sea, Azov Sea Event: Drifting Mines in the Black Sea There are confirmed reports of an undetermined number of drifting mines in the western Black Sea, at least four of which Turkish and Romanian authorities have intercepted. Drifting mines pose a …
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (April 1, 2022) Location: Bulgaria Subject: Extension of Use of Certain Expired U.S. Passports for Direct Return to the United States If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly …
Read More» Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (April 1, 2022) Location: Bulgaria Event: Ministry of Health Order Update As of April 1, 2022, the color zones that have dictated the procedure for entering Bulgaria, are abolished. All travelers arriving to Bulgaria, regardless of the country of departure or their citizenship, can enter without quarantine if they …
Read More» Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (March 11, 2022) Location: Bulgaria Event: Ministry of Health Order Update and Extension Under the Bulgarian Ministry of Health order, countries are classified as green, orange, or red zones based on their COVID-19 risk. As of March 10, 2022, the United States will be considered an Orange Zone country. …
Read More» Location: A Bulgarian political group is expected to demonstrate in the vicinity of the Council of Ministers in downtown Sofia on Wednesday, 23 February 2022, beginning at 1100, against the Green Certificates, higher prices, and the ongoing situation in Ukraine. They may then march to the National Assembly. This group was confrontational with security elements …
Read More» Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (January 14, 2022) Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: New COVID-19-related Embassy access requirements valid from January 18, 2022 The U.S. Embassy Sofia follows local guidelines for entry into public buildings. Any individual seeking to enter the Embassy, including for consular services, must present a valid digital or paper …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (January 12, 2022) Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: Persons arriving from United States must meet one of the exceptions listed below to enter Bulgaria as of January 7, 2022 Under the Bulgarian Ministry of Health order, countries are classified as green, orange, or red zones based on their …
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (January 6, 2022) Location: Bulgaria Subject: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until …
Read More» Alert: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (December 10, 2021) Location: Bulgaria Event: Alert – Holiday security notice for U.S. citizens The U.S. Embassy takes this opportunity to remind all U.S. citizens to remain vigilant this holiday season. Historically, transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology in Europe have focused on tourist locations during the …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (3 December 2021) Location: Worldwide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for air travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States …
Read More» Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant ((not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident (LPR), or …
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Security Alert: September 28, 2021 Protest Activity in Bulgaria Location: Between 0930 and 1230 on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, various groups will demonstrate against COVID restrictions imposed by the government on businesses and transportation. The demonstration activity will be concentrated in downtown Sofia on “Oborishte” Street, “Vasil Levski” Boulevard, and “Tsar Osvoboditel” Boulevard and will …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: Ministry of Health Order Update and Extension Under the Bulgarian Ministry of Health order, countries are classified as green, orange, or red zones based on their COVID-19 risk. As of September 1, 2021, the United States will be considered a Red Zone country. That means persons arriving from the United …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (May 25, 2021) Location: Bulgaria Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to …
Read More» Event: All U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the areas impacted by the annual Lukov March, planned for Saturday, February 13, 2021. The march is expected to start at the National Palace of Culture (NDK) at approximately 5:00 pm, but we advise U.S. citizens to avoid the area from noon. Approximately 300-500 participants are expected. …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: Ministry of Health Order Update and Extension The January 26, 2021 Ministry of Health announcement revises and extends entry restrictions and quarantine requirements through April 30, 2021, and introduces a negative PCR test requirement for persons entering Bulgaria. Entry restrictions: U.S. citizens are still prohibited from entering Bulgaria unless they …
Read More» Security Alert: January 27, 2021 Demonstration Activity in Downtown Sofia Location: Various political groups are expected to demonstrate in the vicinity of government offices in downtown Sofia on Wednesday, 27 January 2021. The demonstration activity is expected to occur in the area located around the Council of Ministers building and Eagle Bridge in downtown Sofia. …
Read More» Security Alert: Demonstration Activity in Progress in Downtown Sofia, January 24, 2021 Various political groups are demonstrating in the vicinity of government offices in downtown Sofia, currently around the Council of Ministers building. U.S. citizens are recommended to avoid the areas impacted by demonstration activities for the duration of the events. According to media reports, …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Alert – Updated COVID-19 Advice for U.S. Citizens COVID-19 advice: As hospitals accommodate a heavy burden of COVID-19 patients, individuals seeking medical care may encounter delays or require transport to alternate facilities. Please continue taking precautionary measures of social distancing, wearing masks, and avoiding unnecessary travel. You should consult available medical resources …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: Ministry of Health Order revises and extends entry restrictions and quarantine requirements through January 31, 2021. Entry restrictions: U.S. citizens are still prohibited from entering Bulgaria unless they meet one of the exceptions to entry restrictions found in the current Ministry of Health Order. The entry restrictions apply to all …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Alert – New Anti-Covid-19 Measures New Anti-Covid-19 Measures: The Ministry of Health has ordered the following new measures, effective from November 27 to December 21, 2020: In-person classes are suspended for students from first to twelfth grade, college, and university. Kindergartens and children’s centers are closed. Grocery stores and pharmacies remain open. Between 8:30-10:30am only customers over the age of 65 are …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for November 23-24, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Alert – Limited consular services and COVID-19 advice Consular services: U.S. Embassy Sofia has no higher priority than the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Bulgaria. To protect our U.S. citizens as well as our Embassy staff, the U.S. Embassy will provide only emergency consular services until further notice due to the current COVID-19 situation. The U.S. Embassy Sofia will provide emergency American Citizen …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Health Alert: COVID-19 Advice to U.S. Citizens As the COVID-19 infection rates rise in Bulgaria, please take precautionary measures of social distancing, wear masks and avoid unnecessary travel. Medical resources are available with whom you should consult at the first signs of illness. You should only purchase medications for treatment of COVID-19 under …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Bulgarian Parliament extends the validity of Bulgarian identity documents for 6 months. On November 6, 2020, the Bulgarian National Assembly amended the State of Emergency Act to extend the validity of expiring Bulgarian identity documents, including residency cards for foreigners. Identity documents expiring before January 21, 2021, will remain valid for a period of six months past their expiration …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Alert–Airline Flight Schedules The U.S. Embassy has been informed that due to the decreased demand for international air travel in recent weeks, several carriers are reducing or suspending their flights from Bulgaria. Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS, and Brussel Airlines are reducing their flights for the winter timetable (October 25, 2020 to March 27, 2021). Air France …
Read More» Mask Requirement and Reduction in Consular Services Consular services: The U.S. Embassy Sofia will return to more limited consular services effective Monday, October 26. We will continue to provide Emergency American Citizen Services, passport and Consular Report of Birth Abroad services, voting assistance, and some limited visa services. U.S. Embassy Sofia has no higher priority …
Read More» If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election, it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait! Return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States—but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ballot. Many states require voted ballots to reach local …
Read More» If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election, it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait! Return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States—but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ballot. Many …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: It’s the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. Have you registered to vote? To vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens must complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) or request a ballot through your state’s portal in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, …
Read More» Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Bulgaria due to COVID-19. Improved conditions have been reported within Bulgaria. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Bulgaria. Read the country information page . If you decide to travel to Bulgaria: See the S. Embassy’s web page regarding COVID-19. Visit …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: Ministry of Health Order revises and extends entry restrictions and quarantine requirements. Entry restrictions: U.S. citizens are still prohibited from entering Bulgaria unless they meet one of the exceptions to entry restrictions found in the current Ministry of Health Order. The entry restrictions apply to all persons, regardless of their citizenship, through all …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: August 1, 2020 is the Recommended Deadline to Request Ballot The Federal Voting Assistance Program recommends requesting your ballot by August 1. To vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens must complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) or request a ballot through your state’s portal in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Health Alert: Ministry of Health Order revises entry restrictions and quarantine requirements starting July 16, 2020. Entry restrictions: U.S. citizens are still prohibited from entering Bulgaria unless they meet one of the exceptions to entry restrictions found in the current Ministry of Health Order. The entry restrictions apply to all persons, regardless of …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria, Sofia Security Alert: Ongoing Protest Activity in Downtown Sofia, July 11-16, 2020 Various political groups are currently protesting and counter-protesting in and around the Council of Ministers. It is anticipated that recurring protests and counter-protests in the area will continue until at least July 16, 2020. U.S. citizens are recommended to avoid …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: July 4th Voting Message Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! To vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens must complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Voting 2020 – Ballot Collection All U.S. citizens can receive their blank ballots electronically. Depending on the state in which you are eligible to vote, you may get your ballot by email, fax, or internet download. Returning Your Completed, Signed Ballot: Some states allow you to return your completed ballot electronically and others do not. …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Corrected Health Alert: Ministry of Health Order revises entry restrictions starting June 1, 2020. Entry ban: The Bulgarian government ordered a prohibition on all persons, regardless of their citizenship, through all border crossings, by air, sea, rail and road transport, which went into effect on June 1 and is available at the Bulgarian Ministry of Health website . Exceptions: Those excepted …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Bulgarian Ministry of Health Order issued May 14, 2020 continues restricted entry to Bulgaria through June 14, 2020. Bulgaria continues to temporarily bar admission to third-country nationals, including U.S. citizens. This includes all border crossing points with any means of transport, including aviation, maritime, rail, and road. The ban does not apply …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Direct U.S. Government flights to Alexandria, Louisiana International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. There will be two U.S. Government flights that will fly directly from Sofia, Bulgaria to Alexandria, Louisiana. They will have capacity for private U.S. citizens to fly on a reimbursable basis, leaving Sofia Airport on or …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 15-16, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 14-15, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 13-4, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 12-13, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 11-12, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 10-11, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 9-10, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 8-9, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 7-8, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 6-7, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 5-6, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 4-5, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 3-4, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 2-3, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location:Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for May 1-2, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 30-May 1, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 29-30, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 28-29, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 27-28, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 26-27, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 25-26, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 24-25, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 23-24, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 22-23, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 21-22, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 20-21, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 19-20, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Travel to Sofia Airport after Bulgarian Ministry of Health Order issued April 17, 2020 restricts vehicle entry into Sofia The Bulgarian Minister of Health announced on April 17, 2020 that entry and exit of vehicular traffic into Sofia is forbidden, except for: (1) trucks providing transport services; (2) special traffic vehicles, including …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 18-19, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 17-18, 2020 To assist U.S. citizens considering departure from Bulgaria, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia will share information we receive from airlines regarding flights currently operating from Sofia airport. Please be advised that this information is subject to change at short notice. Flights on Friday, …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 16-17, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 15-16, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 14-15, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 12-13, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Protective face masks compulsory April 12 – 26, 2020 On April 11, 2020, the Bulgarian Minister of Health ordered that all persons, when in indoor or outdoor public places (including public transport, shopping facilities, parks, churches, monasteries, temples, halls, streets, bus stops, etc.) are required to wear a face mask or other nose …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 11-12, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 10-11, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 9-10, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 8-9, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Bulgarian Ministry of Health Order issued April 6, 2020 continues restricted entry to Bulgaria. Bulgaria has temporarily barred admission to third-country nationals, including U.S. citizens. It has also barred admission to all travelers arriving from following EU Member States and Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 7-8, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 6-7, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging repatriation …
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Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 5-6, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 4-5, 2020 To assist U.S. citizens considering departure from Bulgaria, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia will share information we receive from airlines regarding flights currently operating from Sofia airport. Please be advised that this information is subject to change at short notice. Flights on April 4, …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 3-4, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging repatriation flights in Bulgaria …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 2-3, 2020 To assist U.S. citizens considering departure from Bulgaria, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia will share information we receive from airlines regarding flights currently operating from Sofia airport. Please be advised that this information is subject to change at short notice. Flights on Thursday, April …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for April 1-2, 2020 To assist U.S. citizens considering departure from Bulgaria, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia will share information we receive from airlines regarding flights currently operating from Sofia airport. Please be advised that this information is subject to change at short notice. Flights on Wednesday, April …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria (March 29, 2020) Location: Bulgaria Event: Join Ambassador Mustafa on Facebook live Monday, March 30, for a Town Hall Meeting Ambassador Mustafa will hold a virtual town hall meeting for American citizens in Bulgaria on Monday at 3 pm on Facebook. She will discuss the current situation regarding COVID-19 …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for March 29-30, 2020 To assist U.S. citizens considering departure from Bulgaria, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia will share information we receive from airlines regarding flights currently operating from Sofia airport. Please be advised that this information is subject to change at short notice. Flights on March …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: Air Travel: Sofia flights information for March 28-29, 2020 To assist U.S. citizens considering departure from Bulgaria, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia will share information we receive from airlines regarding flights currently operating from Sofia airport. Please be advised that this information is subject to change at short notice. Flights on Saturday, …
Read More» Voting—avoiding postal issues during COVID-19 pandemic The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) is tracking the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on active duty military, their eligible family members, and U.S. citizens abroad and recommending ways to avoid any postal issues that may result from changes made by international postal operators. In its role under …
Read More» Last updated: June 5, 2020 International commercial flight options currently exist in Bulgaria. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging repatriation flights in Bulgaria at this …
Read More» Location: (Bulgaria) Event: Air travel options decreasing Due to the ongoing coronavirus situation and its accompanying travel restrictions, air travel options between Bulgaria and the United States have been decreasing over the past week. Many travelers in Bulgaria have reported unexpected flight cancellations and limited flight availability. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for Covid-19 . …
Read More» Restriction of Movement in Public Spaces and on Travel to Larger Cities in Bulgaria On March 20, 2020, the Government of Bulgaria issued additional counter-epidemic measures throughout the Republic Bulgaria effective from 00:00 hours on 03/21/2020 (midnight 3/20/2020): Prohibition of visits to any parks, city gardens, sports and city playgrounds and establishments located in …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria Event: The government of Bulgaria has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. U.S. citizens who are considering returning to the United States are urged to work with their airlines …
Read More» On March 19, the U.S. Department of State advised U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad …
Read More» As of March 15, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria will suspend appointments for all non-emergency consular services until further notice, in support of the measures taken by the Government of Bulgaria to counter the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). For emergency services, please see further below for contact information. To request an emergency appointment for American …
Read More» In order to ensure you have the most current information regarding COVID-19 and its impact on travel to the United States, you should visit www.dhs.gov and www.whitehouse.gov . There you will find information about President Trump’s proclamation from March 11 regarding the travel restrictions on foreign nationals who have been in the Schengen zone. The restrictions do not …
Read More» Event: All US citizens and their family members are advised to avoid the areas impacted by the annual Lukov March and a counter-march, both planned for Saturday, February 22, 2020. The first march starts at 1:00 pm, but we advise staff and families to avoid the area from noon. The “No to Nazis on our …
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Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
Read More» Location: BULGARIA, countrywide Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Sofia advises U.S. citizens to review the current Department of State Worldwide Caution in light of ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology. As terrorist attacks, political violence (including demonstrations), criminal activities and other security incidents often take place without any warning, U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria, countrywide Event: During the holiday season, there are ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology throughout Europe, including potentially in Bulgaria. Extremists continue to focus on tourist locations such as Christmas holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other soft targets …
Read More» Location: Protests are expected to occur in downtown Sofia throughout the remainder of the week at the following locations: · On Wednesday, September 11, beginning at 5pm, demonstrations are expected in the city center, near the Council of Ministers (Independence Square), by protestors supporting the election of the new Chief Prosecutor. · On Wednesday, September …
Read More» March 21, 2019 Location: Beginning at the 7th kilometer of Tsarigradsko Shose, along Tsarigradsko Shose to Eagles’ Bridge and onward to the area of St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Square. Event: A demonstration, specifically a motorcade protest, is expected to take place on Thursday, March 21, 2019, beginning at 3 P.M. The Sofia Drivers Initiative Committee …
Read More» Location: Downtown Sofia Lukov March Route: beginning at the National Palace of Culture and proceeding to Ulitsa Trakia 1. Anti-Lukov March Route: beginning at ‘Tsentralna Banya’ Park and proceeding to the Sofia Municipality building. Event: A march on Saturday, February 16, 2019 starting at 5:30 pm at the National Palace of Culture. Approximately 1,500 participants are expected. …
Read More» Location: Bulgaria, countrywide Event: During the holiday season, there are ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology throughout Europe, including in Bulgaria. Extremists continue to focus on tourist locations such as Christmas holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other soft targets frequented …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy Consular Section will be closed for customers on Friday October 19, 2018. If you have an emergency you can call +359 (2) 937 5100. Outside of Office Hours, contact: +359 (2) 937 5101 or +359(2)937 5200. If you are seeking assistance with Absentee voting: The Voting Assistance Officer can be reached at acs_sofia@state.gov . …
Read More» For U.S. voters living abroad, receiving and sending back an official ballot can be a challenge to successfully voting absentee. October 1 to 8 is Absentee Voting Week and U.S. embassies, consulates and overseas citizens groups are reminding overseas citizens and their families to vote now — and helping them do so from anywhere in …
Read More» Location: Opposite the main entrance of U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria, on Kozyak Street. Event: The demonstration is expected to take place on August 2, 2018 beginning at 5 p.m. Local police will keep protestors across the street from the Embassy. The Embassy remains open for normal business, closing at 5 p.m., and re-opening at 8:30 a.m. on August 3, 2018. Actions …
Read More» Event 1: A counter protest on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 12:00 pm, to counter the Lukov March in the evening. Location 1: Meeting at “Tsentralna Banya” Park and proceeding to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, downtown Sofia. Event 2: A protest on Saturday, February 17, 2018 between 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. This will be the annual Lukov March. Location 2: Meeting …
Read More» Location: Sofia University, downtown Sofia Main entrance of Sofia University at the junction of boulevards “Tsar Osvoboditel” and “Vasil Levski.” Event: A protest on Thursday, February 15, 2018 between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm. The protest is organized by the Lukov March organizers to take place during a human rights forum that will be held at the university. U.S. …
Read More» Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot …
Read More» United States Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to its safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will have a Travel Advisory that will provide one of four standard …
Read More» As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September …
Read More» U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria European Travel Alert November 17, 2017 The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, …
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