The Embassy of Bulgaria in The Hague is Bulgaria’s diplomatic mission to the Netherlands. Bulgarian nationals in the Netherlands turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Duinroosweg 9, 2597 KJ The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 350 30 51 |
| Fax | +31 70 358 46 88 |
| embassy.hague@mfa.bg | |
| Website | www.mfa.bg |
| Head of Mission | Elizabeth Konstantinova Varbanova, Ambassador |
| National Day | 3 March |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Duinroosweg 9 (2597 KJ The Hague).
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
About the Bulgarian Embassy in The Hague
Elizabeth Konstantinova Varbanova heads the embassy as ambassador; the Dutch protocol list gives 17 December 2025 as the date of the presentation of credentials. The Hague is the seat of the Dutch government and of international institutions such as the International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court and the OPCW, so many embassies in the city also follow their work.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Bulgarian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official Bulgarian sources:
Bulgarian passport (application abroad)
- Apply in person at a Bulgarian embassy or consulate – signature, photo and fingerprints are taken there (posts without the equipment do not accept applications)
- Your old passport, which is handed in for destruction before the new one is issued
- If lost or stolen: a police document certifying the loss (notify the consular service within 3 days)
- Minors: both parents sign in front of the consular official with the child’s Bulgarian birth certificate (with personal number), or a notarised power of attorney from the absent parent
- Foreign documents need an apostille or legalisation
- Without any valid document: a temporary passport (valid up to 12 months) can be issued
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria – passport, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria – temporary passport (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the website first.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Dutch holidays such as King’s Day (27 April), Ascension Day and Whit Monday; the Bulgarian national day (3 March) usually means a closure too. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +31 70 350 30 51. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Dutch authorities. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844. Dutch citizens who need help in Bulgaria can contact the Dutch Embassy in Sofia or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ 24/7 contact centre on +31 247 247 247.
Diplomatic missions of Bulgaria in the Netherlands
Bulgaria in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Bulgaria (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Bulgaria in The Hague
Where is the Bulgarian Embassy in The Hague?
At Duinroosweg 9, 2597 KJ The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Bulgaria to the Netherlands?
Elizabeth Konstantinova Varbanova, who presented credentials on 17 December 2025, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the Bulgarian Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Bulgaria is 3 March; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for Bulgaria with a Dutch passport?
No. A valid Dutch passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Bulgaria (Nederland Wereldwijd), www.mfa.bg. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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