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New Lexington, Ohio, welcomed the 47th MacGahan Festival

On June 14, the 47th MacGahan Festival took place in New Lexington, Ohio, honoring the life and legacy of American journalist Januarius MacGahan (1844–1878). As a correspondent for the British newspaper The Daily News, MacGahan exposed the brutal suppression of the April Uprising in Bulgaria in 1876, profoundly shifting public opinion in Britain and...

17 June 2025

Fourth Bulgarian Parade in Chicago in Celebration of May 24th

For the fourth consecutive year, the Bulgarian Parade was held in Chicago, dedicated to May 24th – the Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, Bulgarian Education and Culture. The event was organized by the Elk Grove Village City Hall and the Consulate General of Bulgaria in Chicago. Immediately following the parade, the traditional Bulgarian festival took...

27 May 2025

The Day of the Rescue of Bulgarian Jews, Holocaust Victims and Crimes against Humanity was commemorated in Chicago

The Day of the Rescue of Bulgarian Jews, Holocaust Victims, and Crimes Against Humanity was commemorated in Chicago with a special ceremony at the Illinois Holocaust Museum. The event featured a discussion emphasizing the significance of the rescue of Bulgarian Jews during World War II—a remarkable act that showcased the humanity, tolerance, and...

25 March 2025

Raising of the National Flag in Chicago, Illumination of Willis Tower, and Proclamations by the Governors of Ohio and Indiana in Honor of Bulgaria’s Liberation Day on March 3rd

Bulgaria’s National Day—March 3rd, Liberation Day—was solemnly celebrated in Chicago and the Midwest region of the United States with numerous initiatives organized by the Consulate General in Chicago, Bulgarian Sunday schools, and cultural organizations. As per tradition, the Bulgarian flag was raised at Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago...

06 March 2025

The Bulgarian and Jewish communities in Chicago jointly marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day

International Holocaust Remembrance Day was observed in the Chicago suburb Highland Park with a screening of the film “Beyond Hitler’s Grasp” by Michael Bar-Zohar. The film tells the story of the rescue of Bulgarian Jews during World War II. The event was organized by the American Jewish Committee in Chicago and the Consulate General of...

28 January 2025

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Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev Meets with Young People on the Occasion of the 80th Anniversary of the Signing of the United Nations Charter

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria, Georg Georgiev, took part in a meeting with young people and representatives of youth organisations, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the signing of the Charter of the United Nations. The event was organised by the United Nations Association of Bulgaria and took place at Sofia University...

28 June 2025

Minister Georg Georgiev Participates in the Extraordinary Meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council

Minister of Foreign Affairs Georg Georgiev took part in the extraordinary meeting of the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council, held in video conference format. The ministers discussed developments in the Middle East, with a focus on the military escalation between Israel and Iran. A common position was expressed: Iran must return to fulfilling its...

27 June 2025

Instructions and Recommendations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In light of the latest escalation of tensions in the Middle East region, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria advises Bulgarian citizens located in affected countries who require assistance to contact the MFA using one of the following communication channels: Situation Centre Directorate Tel.: +359 2 948 24 04; +359 2 971 38...

25 June 2025

Minister Georg Georgiev Attends NATO–Ukraine Council Working Dinner in Foreign Ministers' Format

On the first day of the NATO Summit in The Hague, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria, Georg Georgiev, took part in a working dinner of the NATO–Ukraine Council, held in the format of foreign ministers. The meeting was also attended by Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrii Sybiha, and the High Representative of...

25 June 2025

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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: [email protected]

Телефон:+13128671904 и +13128671905

Факс: +13128671906

Дежурен телефон в извънработно време: +18722806093

E-mail: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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.