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Public ConductBulgaria

What travelers need to know about public conduct in Bulgaria. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Public Conduct in Bulgaria: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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PROHIBITED

Covering your face in public is illegal in Bulgaria (balaclavas, full veils, etc.) — including in public buildings, streets, parks, restaurants, shops and on public transport; medical masks are exempt.

Arrest and heavy fines for non-compliance.

§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — Bulgaria
RESTRICTED

It is a legal requirement to carry valid photo ID at all times in Bulgaria; a printed copy of your passport photo page is accepted.

Failure to carry ID is a legal violation.

§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — Bulgaria
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