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The 83rd Anniversary of the Rescue of Bulgarian Jews Commemorated in Chicago

The Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria in Chicago organized a public lecture dedicated to the 83rd anniversary of the rescue of Bulgarian Jews during the Second World War. The event was organized in partnership with the Consulate General of Israel in Chicago and the American Jewish Committee (AJC Chicago). The guest speaker was Professor Joseph...

17 March 2026

Bulgarian Community in Chicago Marks the National Day of the Republic of Bulgaria

The Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria in Chicago organized a flag raising ceremony at Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Bulgaria – March 3. The event brought together members of the Bulgarian community, representatives of local authorities, and friends of Bulgaria. The Bulgarian tricolor...

05 March 2026

Indiana State Senate Adopts Resolution Recognizing Strategic Partnership with the Republic of Bulgaria

Indiana State Senate unanimously adopted a resolution formally recognizing the strategic partnership between the Republic of Bulgaria and the State of Indiana. The resolution was introduced by Senator Rodric Bray, President Pro Tempore of the Senate. The document underscores that Bulgaria and the United States are strategic allies within NATO, united by...

23 February 2026

A Double Celebration for the Bulgarian Community in Chicago

On October 19, the day of St. John (Ivan) of Rila the Wonderworker, the Bulgarian community in Chicago had a double reason for celebration. After a long hiatus, the activity of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church “St. Ivan Rilski,” which is now under the jurisdiction of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, was officially resumed. This historic event was...

21 October 2025

The 104th Convention of the Macedonian Patriotic Organization (MPO) Held in Chicago

From August 29 to September 1, 2025, the 104th Convention of the Macedonian Patriotic Organization (MPO) in the United States and Canada took place in Chicago. For more than a century, the MPO has been a guardian of the cultural heritage of Macedonian Bulgarians in America. A number of important decisions were adopted during the convention. Two MPO chapters...

04 September 2025

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Position of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria unequivocally condemns the missile attacks against the industrial complex for liquefied natural gas Ras Laffan in Qatar, which have caused significant damage to the facilities. We reiterate our position that attacks against critical civilian infrastructure are unacceptable, constitute a serious...

23 March 2026

Position of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Bulgaria, as a country not participating in the military actions of the United States of America and Israel against the Iranian regime, associates itself with the joint statement by the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan and Canada concerning the Strait of Hormuz, issued on 19 March 2026. We align ourselves with the stated...

21 March 2026

Bilateral Political Consultations Between Bulgaria and Estonia

On 20 March 2026, bilateral political consultations between Bulgaria and Estonia were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria at the level of Directors-General for European Affairs. The Bulgarian side was represented by Director-General Yordan Parvanov, while the Estonian delegation was headed by Siiri Königsberg. The two...

20 March 2026

Meeting Between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Radi Naydenov and the Ambassador of Mongolia H.E. Lkhagvasuren Sayanaa

On 20 March 2026, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Radi Naydenov, held a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the Ambassador of Mongolia to Bulgaria, H.E. Lkhagvasuren Sayanaa. The two sides expressed high appreciation for the traditionally friendly relations and mutually beneficial cooperation. Deputy Minister Naydenov noted the upward...

20 March 2026

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Генерално консулство на Република България в Чикаго

Ръководител: Светослав Станков – генерален консул

Часови разлики (спрямо България): Лятно: „-8 часа“, Зимно: „-8 часа“

За контакт:

Адрес: 737 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2105, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

Вход за сградата: 151 E Chicago Ave. , Chicago, IL 60611, USA

Посетителите на консулството могат да получат намаление за паркинг Олимпия, адрес: Centre Garage at 161 E Chicago Ave

E-mail: consulate.chicago@mfa.bg

Телефон:+13128671904 и +13128671905

Факс: +13128671906

Дежурен телефон в извънработно време: +18722806093

E-mail: consulate.chicago@mfa.bg

Работно време:

от Понеделник до Петък: 09:00-17:30

Приемно време с граждани:

от Понеделник до Петък: 09:30-12:00

14:00-15:00

Консулски услуги се получават само срещу предварително записан час.

За записване на час натиснете ТУК.

Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria in Chicago

Address: 737 North Michigan Ave., suite 2105, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

Тhe street address of the Consulate of Bulgaria is 151 E Chicago Ave. The visitors of the Consulate of Bulgaria receive а discount if they park at Olympia Centre Garage at 161 E Chicago Ave.

E-mail: Consulate.Chicago@mfa.bg

Tel.: +1 312 867 1904 and +1 312 867 1905

Fax: +1 312 867 1906

Оut-of-hours emergency hotline: +1 872-280-6093

Business Hours of the Consulate:

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Reception hours:

Monday to Friday: 09:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

02:00 PM – 03:00 PM

(Appointments Only)

To make appointment press HERE.