Medical Visa to Bulgaria from Kuwait
Bulgaria – Medical Visa: Kuwait
Working reference for Stem Plus Clinic · Updated 21 October 2026
Preparing for medical treatment in Bulgaria
Medical institution confirmation
An official document issued by a medical institution in Bulgaria confirming that the applicant will receive medical care or treatment there.
Visa documents and funding
A visa application, valid passport, travel medical insurance, transport and accommodation evidence, and financial documents covering the journey and medical treatment.
Consular services in Kuwait
Bulgaria maintains an embassy with consular services in Kuwait. The medical treatment documents are identified, but the current local application checklist must be confirmed with the embassy.
Citizenship and country of residence
Whether a patient requires a visa is determined primarily by their citizenship and passport, not simply by the country in which they currently live.
Patients residing in Kuwait may be subject to different visa requirements depending on their nationality, residence status and any existing permission to enter the Schengen Area.
Where to apply for a visa in Kuwait
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in the State of Kuwait provides consular services in Kuwait. Applicants should contact its Consular Section to confirm the currently authorised application procedure and appointment arrangements.
According to the working guide, the published consular reception schedule is Sunday to Thursday, 09:30–12:00. Applicants should confirm that these days and hours remain current before visiting the embassy.
The original reference does not identify a separately published, up-to-date checklist specifically for medical treatment visa applications in Kuwait. The exact local document package should therefore be checked with the embassy before submission.
Core documents for a short-stay Schengen Type C visa
- A completed and signed application form for a short-stay Schengen Type C visa.
- A recent passport photograph.
- A valid passport or travel document: valid for at least three months after the intended departure from the Schengen Area, issued within the previous ten years and containing at least two blank pages.
- A round-trip flight or other transport reservation or ticket, together with an itinerary if visiting more than one Schengen country.
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire Schengen Area and the full intended stay, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
- Proof of accommodation for the entire planned stay.
- Evidence of sufficient financial resources and ties to the country of residence, such as bank statements, employment documentation or sponsor support. Specific local documents must be confirmed with the competent diplomatic mission or authorised visa service provider.
Additional documents for medical treatment
Medical institution confirmation
A document from a medical institution in Bulgaria confirming that the applicant will receive medical care or treatment at that institution.
Proof of treatment funding
Evidence of prepayment or other proof of sufficient financial resources to cover the treatment and related expenses, such as applicable insurance coverage.
Documents to be prepared by Stem Plus Clinic
- An official letter on the clinic's letterhead containing the patient's full name and passport details.
- Confirmation that the patient will be admitted for medical treatment in Bulgaria.
- Planned treatment dates and the approximate duration of treatment.
- A brief description of the planned treatment and its estimated costs.
- Information about prepayment or payment, where applicable.
- Where necessary, confirmation of accommodation if the clinic is arranging the patient's stay.
Information to collect from the patient
- Full name exactly as shown in the passport.
- Passport number.
- Passport issue date and expiry date.
- Citizenship or nationality.
- Country of residence.
- Residence status and type of residence permit.
- Expected treatment dates.
- Whether the patient has an accompanying person and that person's details.
- Email address and telephone number.
- Consent to the processing of personal data.
Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Kuwait
Str. 1 (H. 272) and
Str. 107 (H. 31);
P.O. Box 12090 – Shamia 71651
Visa application requirements for residents of Kuwait
The Bulgarian Embassy in Kuwait has a Consular Section, with reception hours stated in the original guide as Sunday to Thursday, from 09:30 to 12:00.
However, the working reference does not confirm a separately published and currently valid Kuwait-specific checklist for medical treatment visa applications.
Applicants residing in Kuwait should contact the embassy to verify the authorised application procedure and the exact documents required, including any local residence, employment or sponsorship evidence.
Request to confirm medical visa application requirements
View correspondence template
Subject: Request for confirmation of documents – Schengen Type C visa for medical treatment in Bulgaria
Dear Consular Section,
We are a medical clinic in Sofia, Bulgaria, preparing practical visa guidance for patients residing in Kuwait who intend to travel to Bulgaria for medical treatment.
Could you please confirm the current required document checklist and the correct place of submission for a short-stay Schengen Type C visa for medical treatment?
In particular, please confirm whether the following medical-purpose documents are sufficient in addition to the standard Type C requirements:
- A letter from the Bulgarian medical institution confirming the planned treatment, dates and duration, and estimated costs;
- Proof of prepayment or sufficient financial means or insurance to cover treatment and related expenses.
Please also advise whether any country-specific documents, attestations, translations, sponsor documents or local residence requirements apply to applicants residing in Kuwait.
Thank you in advance.
Kind regards,
Stem Plus Clinic
Sofia, Bulgaria
Official information
- Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Embassy in Kuwait
- Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Consular information for Kuwait
This guide supports practical preparation for a possible medical visa application. Visa requirements may change and depend on citizenship, lawful residence and individual circumstances. Before submitting an application, confirm the latest applicable document checklist, the authorised submission procedure and appointment arrangements with the Bulgarian Embassy in Kuwait or an authorised visa service provider.
