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What changed in Bulgaria in 2025 and what awaits it in 2026
2025 is coming to an end, and it is time to take stock and also look ahead.
The EU Blue Card — a straightforward route for specialists relocating
The EU Blue Card is a special type of visa and a ground for obtaining a residence permit, which at the same time serves as a work permit. The Blue Card is available to citizens of non-EU countries who are highly qualified and plan to work in European Union countries.
Obtaining Bulgarian citizenship by descent
A few years ago, ethnic Bulgarians stopped being required to obtain a certificate of descent from DABCh. This has made the citizenship procedure faster and…
Employment of foreigners with a long-term residence permit in Bulgaria
Many people are convinced that you cannot work in Bulgaria while holding a long-term residence permit. Others, on the contrary, are sure that a Bulgarian long-term residence permit grants the right to work. So how do things really stand?
Filing deadlines for individuals reporting to the Russian tax authorities
Many foreigners have business or personal ties to Bulgaria but do not spend enough time here to be considered residents of the country. At the same time, they have reporting obligations in their own country regarding activities or property abroad.
Work in Bulgaria for nationals of “third countries”
What is required to take up employment in Bulgaria for those who do not hold EU citizenship, and how the procedure for hiring foreign nationals works.
A personal doctor for Ukrainians with «temporary protection» status
Refugees from Ukraine can use medical services in Bulgaria on equal terms with the country's citizens. What does this mean, what medical care are Ukrainians entitled to, and how can they obtain it?
Ukrainians in Bulgaria: thinking about the future
After Russia's attack on Ukraine, many refugees came to Bulgaria. Among them there are people who dream of returning home as soon as possible, and people who have no desire or no opportunity to return. What can members of the second group do in order to stay in Bulgaria legally?