Recommendations for Bulgarian Citizens on the Territory of the State of Israel
13 June 2025 News
In light of recent developments in the security situation and the declaration of a state of emergency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria urges all Bulgarian citizens to refrain from any travel to the State of Israel. We advise Bulgarian citizens currently on the territory of Israel to remain calm, to strictly follow the instructions issued by the Israeli Home Front Command, and to stay informed through official updates. We recommend that Bulgarian nationals register with the Consular Office of the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Tel Aviv, providing accurate information regarding the duration of their stay and up-to-date contact details, in order to facilitate timely assistance if necessary. At present, Ben Gurion Airport is closed, and all flights have been cancelled until further notice.
Bulgarian citizens may contact the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Tel Aviv via email at: [email protected] or by calling the emergency telephone numbers - +972 54 595 4379; +972 54 463 4003.
Reports and requests for assistance in emergency situations for Bulgarian citizens are received 24/7 via the Situation Centre Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: +359 2 948 24 04; +359 2 971 38 56,4 +359 893 339 616 or by email: [email protected].
We further recommend that Bulgarian citizens who are travelling abroad, or residing temporarily or permanently outside Bulgaria, take advantage of the opportunity to register in the “I am travelling to…” section at the following address: https://mfa.bg/bg/embassyinfo.