-Presenting the annual state budget to the Minister of Economy.
-Adopting a national tourism advertising program before submitting it to the Minister of Economy for approval.
-Overseeing the implementation of the national tourism advertising programme.
-Submitting an annual report to the Executive Director of the Executive Agency for National Tourist Advertising and Information for approval.
-Submitting concepts and programmes for tourism development.
-Delivering its opinion on draft normative acts and making proposals for their amendment, supplementation, or repeal.
-Discussing issues related to the construction and maintenance of tourist infrastructure and attracting foreign investments.
-Coordinating and assisting in the implementation of national and regional projects.
The NTC is an excellent example of a functioning public-private partnership, representing with both the public and private interest of Bulgaria’s tourism industry. For the council to pass a decision, there must be a majority of more than half of its members. The Chairman of the Council may form working groups when an issue or problem connected with the development of tourism, requires further research.