Recommendations for Bulgarian Citizens on the Territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran
13 June 2025 News
In light of the escalating tensions in the region, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria urges all Bulgarian citizens currently on the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran to leave the country immediately.
Bulgarian citizens who are currently in Iran and are required to remain in the country should strictly adhere to the security instructions issued by local authorities, stay regularly informed of the evolving situation, and avoid areas that are military sites or locations where public gatherings are taking place.
The Ministry strongly recommends that Bulgarian nationals in Iran promptly notify the Embassy of their current location and planned duration of stay, using the embassy’s telephone numbers or the Consular Section’s email address: [email protected].
If necessary, Bulgarian citizens may contact the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Tehran by phone at: +9821 88775037 and +9821 8877 5662 or by email: е[email protected], as well as for emergencies outside working hours, please call the emergency mobile line: +98 9305683409.
Reports and requests for assistance in emergency situations are received 24/7 by the Situation Centre Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the following numbers: +359 2 948 24 04; +359 2 971 38 56,5 +359 893 339 616 or by email at: [email protected].
We also 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.