Once a unanimous decision is made by all EU countries, Bulgaria will be able to fully join the Schengen Area and will be eligible to join the ETIAS shared visa waiver program due to be implemented towards the end of 2022.

Is Bulgaria included in Schengen visa?

Schengen Area covers most of the EU countries, except Ireland and the countries that are soon to be part of Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia and Cyprus. Although not members of the EU, countries like Norway, Iceland, Switzerland and Lichtenstein are also part of the Schengen zone.

Are Bulgaria and Romania in Schengen?

Romania and Bulgaria should receive full membership of the passport-free Schengen zone, according to the European Parliament. The request was included in the European Parliament's annual report on the functioning of the Schengen area.