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New amendments to the Foreigners Act: what awaits representatives?
From 21 December 2018 to 20 January 2019, a public consultation was held on the draft law amending the Bulgarian Foreigners Act. Once again, the amendments and additions affect the most "problematic" category — trade representatives.
Careful, the doors are closing: part two
Obtaining a Bulgarian passport will become harder. Discussions are under way on abolishing the granting of citizenship to major investors, as well as…
Information about online shops must be reported to the NAP by the end of March
Owners of online shops must file a declaration with the National Revenue Agency (NAP) by 29 March 2019. This applies both to those who use their own electronic shops and to those who work through public online platforms.
Online vignettes go on sale
Electronic vignettes (e-vignettes) have replaced the stickers. Motorists can buy them on the website or through a mobile app.
Online trade in Bulgaria: new requirements for shops
In the autumn of 2018, the National Assembly of Bulgaria adopted an Ordinance on internet trade in electronic shops. It sets out Rules for those who offer services and trade online.
Attention, representatives! “The doors are closing!”
2018 has been a difficult year for representatives of foreign companies in Bulgaria. Those who obtained a residence permit on this basis are increasingly facing inspections and refusals to extend it.
Suspension of the Commercial Register: causes and consequences
On 10 August the Registry Agency announced the suspension of access to the Commercial Register. One of the country's most important databases became unavailable to the many people who work with it – company owners and managers, lawyers, notaries, bank officers.
The Commercial Register in Bulgaria has resumed operation
On 27 August, the Commercial Register was fully restored to operation after a lengthy interruption. The Registry Agency began providing all services connected with it. After 16:00, online access to the register was also restored. On the morning of 28 August, it was officially announced that operation had been fully restored.
Changes to personal data protection rules in Bulgaria
From 25.05.2018, new personal data protection rules will apply in all EU member states, including Bulgaria. They are set out in the GDPR system (General Data…