The issuance of new Bulgarian passports commenced on Monday with the inauguration of the Administrative Services Centre of the Bulgarian Identity Documents Directorate in Sofia’s Mladost 4 borough. Caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev stated that this launch marks the culmination of a project initiated in 2022. He explained that the new facility facilitates centralized personalization, implementing a more secure model that adheres to the highest security standards, while the application submission process remains decentralized.
Dechev noted that this upgrade not only strengthens national security but also enhances Bulgaria’s standing as an international partner. Deputy Interior Minister Ivan Anchev highlighted that the centre incorporates advanced technological capabilities and will also introduce electronic identification services. Significantly, Bulgaria will now produce 48-page passports valid for ten years, although the existing five-year options will remain available.
Regarding costs, Anchev clarified that while prices have changed, the adjustments align with production expenses and are not substantial. Dr. Stefan Muehlbauer, from the manufacturing company, remarked that the development process spanned over a decade.
He emphasized the goal of integrating cutting-edge technologies to ensure the highest level of security for identity documents produced domestically. The official ceremony marked the successful implementation of these advanced systems for the Bulgarian state. The new infrastructure represents a major technological leap for the country’s identity document services.
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The issuance of new Bulgarian passports began Monday with the opening of the Administrative Services Centre for the Bulgarian Identity Documents Directorate in Sofia’s Mladost 4 borough. Caretaker Int
What specific services will the new Administrative Services Centre offer regarding Bulgarian passports?