This article lists the individuals who have served as President of Bulgaria since the re-establishment of the office in 1990 following the end of the People's Republic of Bulgaria. The President of Bulgaria is the head of state, commander-in-chief of the armed forces, and guarantor of the constitution. The presidential term is five years, with a maximum of two terms allowed.
Presidents of Bulgaria (1990 – Present)
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Petar Mladenov (April 3, 1990 – July 6, 1990). Mladenov was the first president after the end of communist rule. He resigned amidst protests related to his past actions during the communist regime.
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Zhelyu Zhelev (August 1, 1990 – January 22, 1997). Zhelev was initially elected by the Grand National Assembly and later won the first direct presidential election in 1992.
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Petar Stoyanov (January 22, 1997 – January 22, 2002). Stoyanov served one term and oversaw Bulgaria's preparations for NATO membership.
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Georgi Parvanov (January 22, 2002 – January 22, 2012). Parvanov was the first president to be re-elected, serving two consecutive terms.
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Rosen Plevneliev (January 22, 2012 – January 22, 2017). Plevneliev's presidency focused on economic development and European integration.
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Rumen Radev (January 22, 2017 – Present). Radev is the current president of Bulgaria, re-elected for a second term in 2022.
This list is intended to provide a factual overview of the individuals who have held the office of President of Bulgaria since 1990. For more detailed information on each president, please refer to their individual biographical entries.