Immigration
The Bulgarian long-term residence permit and the illusion of “Europe without borders”
5 dangerous myths about what a national residence card allows you to do in the Schengen area
What should I do with my Bulgarian origin?
Documented Bulgarian origin is an excellent foundation for legalising your status in Bulgaria and obtaining status in the European Union. In practice, however, many people make a common mistake: once they have gathered the set of documents, they immediately apply for Bulgarian citizenship.
Family reunification in Bulgaria: key procedures and differences
The family reunification procedure in Bulgaria differs considerably depending on the legal status of the person the relatives are moving to join. The key differences concern the need for prior approval from the Migration Directorate of the Ministry of Interior and the visa regime.
Temporary protection in the EU until 2028
The Council of the European Union has officially adopted Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1912 of 30 July 2026, extending temporary protection for Ukrainians…
From permanent residence permit to EU long-term resident status, to preserve your status
The legal regulation of residence statuses in Bulgaria is undergoing a substantial transformation. The bill submitted by the government amending the Law on Foreigners (ЗЧРБ) radically changes the rules of the game for holders of open-ended statuses.
Tax residency in Bulgaria for persons under temporary protection
A legal analysis: criteria, taxation, obtaining a certificate from the National Revenue Agency (NAP) and avoiding double taxation with Ukraine
ЗЧРБ reform: Changes affecting foreigners in the residence rules and the grounds for loss of status
A government bill amending and supplementing the Foreigners Act (Закон за чужденците в Република България — ЗЧРБ, Signature 52-602-01-29) has been introduced in the National Assembly of Bulgaria.
Digitalisation of migration services in Bulgaria
A detailed review of the transition to automatic inter-agency data collection