Medical Visa to Bulgaria from the UAE
Bulgaria – Medical Visa: United Arab Emirates
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.
Official UAE visa checklist
The Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published an official Type C visa checklist for the UAE, including requirements for medical treatment.
Application through VFS Global
The working guide identifies VFS Global as the application channel for short-stay Type C visas in the UAE, with Bulgarian diplomatic representation in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
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 the United Arab Emirates may have different entry requirements depending on their nationality, residence status and any existing permission to enter the Schengen Area.
Where to apply for a medical visa in the UAE
According to the UAE working guide, applicants for short-stay Schengen Type C visas submit their applications through VFS Global. The official visa application portal provides information about the application process and available appointment arrangements.
Bulgaria is represented in the United Arab Emirates by the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria in Dubai.
The Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published an official visa checklist for applicants in the UAE. For the purpose of medical treatment, it specifies confirmation from a medical institution in Bulgaria, together with evidence of payment or adequate funding for treatment and related expenses.
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 when 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 throughout 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 requirements must be checked against the applicable official checklist and VFS Global instructions.
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.
Bulgarian diplomatic missions and visa services in the UAE
Jafn Street, Villa 6,
P.O. Box 73541,
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Consulate General in Dubai
P.O. Box 72535,
Dubai, UAE
VFS Global – Bulgaria
Medical visa application requirements in the UAE
Unlike countries where a local medical visa checklist has not been separately confirmed, the UAE working guide identifies an official Bulgarian Type C visa checklist that includes medical treatment.
Short-stay Type C applications in the UAE are submitted through VFS Global, according to the source guide. The Bulgarian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai provide diplomatic and consular representation.
The medical-purpose documentation requires confirmation from a medical institution in Bulgaria, as well as proof of prepayment or sufficient financial means to cover treatment and related expenses.
Request to confirm medical visa 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 the United Arab Emirates (UAE) 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 the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Thank you in advance.
Kind regards,
Stem Plus Clinic
Sofia, Bulgaria
Official information and visa checklist
- Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Consulate General in Dubai
- Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa information for the UAE
- Official Bulgarian Visa Checklist (PDF)
- VFS Global – Bulgaria visa application portal in the UAE
This guide supports practical preparation for a possible medical visa application. Visa requirements may change and depend on nationality, lawful residence and individual circumstances. Before submitting an application, refer to the latest official document checklist and the current VFS Global instructions. Confirm any additional requirements with the competent Bulgarian diplomatic or consular authorities.
