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.

Results from the fiscal year 2019 in Bulgaria and projections for 2020
2019 is coming to an end. How was the year remembered from a financial point of view? And what awaits us in the next 2020?

Financial results of 2019 in Bulgaria and forecasts for 2020
2019 is drawing to a close. What made it memorable from a financial point of view? And what awaits us in the coming year of 2020?

How to have a foreign educational diploma recognised in Bulgaria?
The need to have education obtained in another country recognised in Bulgaria may arise if you wish to continue your studies, when taking up a job, to exchange a driving licence or to enrol in a driving school.

Changes to Bulgaria's tax legislation
What will the draft annual tax amendments bring? It envisages substantial amendments to the VAT and corporate tax laws, a new declaration under the local taxes and fees law, and the abolition of annual declarations of no activity.

Long-term residence permit in Bulgaria on the grounds of “Freelance Profession”
Obtaining a Bulgarian residence permit “through a representative office” is rapidly losing popularity – there are too many complications and refusals. One of the alternative options is a long-term residence permit “on the grounds of a freelance profession”, i.e. freelancing.

Seasonal work in Bulgaria: what you need to know
Bulgaria is a good fit not only for living, but also for working. Including temporary, seasonal work. What do citizens of non-EU countries need in order to take up employment in Bulgaria?

Tax residency in Bulgaria
Income tax in Bulgaria is only 10%, so being a Bulgarian tax resident is advantageous. What does it take?

Bulgarian citizenship: what you need to know
Why do you need a Bulgarian passport, and what advantages does it offer? We look at the various ways of obtaining Bulgarian citizenship.

What you need to know about the liberal professions in Bulgaria
In Bulgaria you can do more than work as an employee or register your own company. Individuals can also be self-employed – that is, freelance professionals. Let us look at what this requires and who can take this route.
