Blog on living and doing business in Bulgaria
Law explainers, statistics and news for anyone applying for residence, registering a company or buying property in Bulgaria.
2021 in review and forecasts for 2022 for foreigners
2021 is coming to an end. Let us look back at what it brought us and at what to expect from the coming year, 2022.
Increase in the minimum wage and pension in Bulgaria in 2022
In 2022, the minimum wage in Bulgaria is set to rise to 710 leva, and the minimum pension to 370 leva. How will this affect foreigners?
Why type D visas to Bulgaria are refused, and how to avoid a refusal
To move to Bulgaria, you need to obtain a long-stay visa, which then allows you to apply for a long-term residence permit. But sometimes difficulties arise at the very first stage of the move: the foreigner is refused a type D visa.
Using tax relief for children in 2021 in Bulgaria
Parents of minor children in Bulgaria — including foreigners — can take advantage of tax relief. Let us look at what is required for this.
Mortgages in Bulgaria
A mortgage loan is a good solution for those who want a home of their own but cannot yet afford to buy one. Mortgages are also available to foreigners interested in buying a home in Bulgaria.
A sad subject: death and funerals in Bulgaria
People do not like to think about death – some out of light-heartedness, some out of superstition. Yet human beings are mortal, and death often comes suddenly, catching the deceased's relatives off guard. What should you do if you are faced with the death of a foreigner in Bulgaria?
Emergency medical services in Bulgaria
Bulgaria has an emergency medical services system. Anyone can use it – both citizens of the country and foreigners, including those without insurance.
What to do in case of a road accident in Bulgaria
Sergey hesitated at an intersection and another car ran into the back of his vehicle. The parties to the accident did not want to waste time and filled in the report on the spot; however, when Sergey came to the insurance company for a payout, he was refused and told that the report had been filled in incorrectly. How can such a situation be avoided?
Checking Bulgarian property before purchase
Buying property is a serious matter, so it is worth taking care of your safety in advance. To do this, you need to check the property you are interested in before signing the preliminary contract, especially if it is an old house or a plot of land.