Anchorages in Varna Bay & Kaliakra Cape

Varna Bay — Entry formalities required for all vessels

Bulgaria is an EU member but NOT Schengen. All vessels arriving in Bulgaria must complete Customs and Border Police formalities at Varna (the main entry port for this region). Hoist the Q flag on approach and contact Varna Port Control on VHF Ch 16. Non-EU vessels: full customs check with crew list and ship's papers required. EU vessels: simplified process but still mandatory. BGN currency — not Euro. Kaliakra Cape: UNESCO candidate nature reserve — do not approach the 70m limestone cliffs within 200m; dolphin sanctuary area around the cape.