janemulberry
Australian looking for information about Bulgaria
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Council Tax Shocker by Mrs Homemaker
Hello folksies I've just learned that within Oryahovo Municipality this year's council tax has risen by 300%Is anyone else in this region or any other region in Bulgaria experiencing this scale of increase ? This is extremely disturbing
True. A 300% increase on our village house tax would still be a tiny fraction of the council tax on our UK house. Read More
My Experience of Bulgaria Never go to Bulgaria by GuestPoster357
NEVER go to Bulgaria you have been warned 1. Most EXPENSIVE Country in Europe2. Bulgarian Drivers are Devils 3. Groceries are 40% more expensive than Asda UK4. Weather 45 from May to September5. Dogs The Villages are full of dogs and Bulgarians ...
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Retirement Visa in Bulgaria by PSSA
Hi all,Is there any one in this group , who is in Bulgaria on a D Visa ( as Retiree) . I am planning for a relocation on D Visa from India and some discussion may enable me to understand it better . All the best and thanks in advance.
I can answer part of this. You can only apply at the same time if you both have a pension, two separate applications. If only one has a pension, that person applies for a retirement visa, and once they have residency apply for a family reunion visa ... Read More
Council Tax Shocker by Mrs Homemaker
Hello folksies I've just learned that within Oryahovo Municipality this year's council tax has risen by 300%Is anyone else in this region or any other region in Bulgaria experiencing this scale of increase ? This is extremely disturbing
I think there's been discussion about this last month when the council tax bills went out. Some areas have raised the fees significantly. Read More
My Experience of Bulgaria Never go to Bulgaria by GuestPoster357
NEVER go to Bulgaria you have been warned 1. Most EXPENSIVE Country in Europe2. Bulgarian Drivers are Devils 3. Groceries are 40% more expensive than Asda UK4. Weather 45 from May to September5. Dogs The Villages are full of dogs and Bulgarians ...
@Trinidad58 I think his point was, the original poster will not see what you wrote. If someone's name is GuestPoster, that means they are no longer a forum member. Read More
Retirement Visa in Bulgaria by PSSA
Hi all,Is there any one in this group , who is in Bulgaria on a D Visa ( as Retiree) . I am planning for a relocation on D Visa from India and some discussion may enable me to understand it better . All the best and thanks in advance.
That's a good question. I'm not sure whether Bulgaria bans working with a retirement visa, as some countries do. You wouldn't get a work permit to be employed by someone else, but I don't know about running a business within Bulgaria. I hope someone ... Read More
We will be there soon! by Julio Manu
Hi, my name is Julio. I’m Cuban but currently living in Costa Rica. My wife (Manuela) is Bulgarian–Costa Rican, and we are planning to move to Bulgaria next year. Right now, we are dealing with a lot of paperwork to obtain my visa and ...
It's a big move. Even returning to her childhood country, your wife needs to expect some culture shock. It's not the same Bulgaria it was. I found this when I went back to my birth country after a long time away. It was the same, and yet it wasn't. ... Read More
Retirement Visa in Bulgaria by PSSA
Hi all,Is there any one in this group , who is in Bulgaria on a D Visa ( as Retiree) . I am planning for a relocation on D Visa from India and some discussion may enable me to understand it better . All the best and thanks in advance.
There are quite a few here from the UK (post Brexit) and the US, and the process should be exactly the same for someone from India. I'm waiting for my pension so I can apply. I'm sure you've read the information provided by the Bulgarian Embassy. ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Wow, Julio, that's such a touching reason to make the move. You are a wonderful husband to give your wife this opportunity to return to her roots. I hope the move works well for you both. Read More
Trump's Tariffs impact on Bulgaria by Kath948381
How will Trumps tariffs affect Bulgaria? Any ideas?
I'm an old bird now too, Kath! My issue is that we still need to live in the UK house for another two years until I reach pension age, and I won't be taking anything from here apart from what I can take there in a carry on bag every visit, due to ... Read More
Trump's Tariffs impact on Bulgaria by Kath948381
How will Trumps tariffs affect Bulgaria? Any ideas?
Kath, it's very hard to know the truth of what is happening, as every media item is slanted to a particular viewpoint. China probably does have issues with unfair treatment of minorities. But so does the US. It doesn't justify such wrongdoing, but ... Read More
Trump's Tariffs impact on Bulgaria by Kath948381
How will Trumps tariffs affect Bulgaria? Any ideas?
You can buy pretty much any tech you want here - no need to bring them from the UK. Also, Temu, Ali Express, Banggood etc all deliver, and you can get stuff delivered from Amazon Germany either direct or via a shipping company.... 😎 - @JimJ ... Read More
Trump's Tariffs impact on Bulgaria by Kath948381
How will Trumps tariffs affect Bulgaria? Any ideas?
I think the exchange rate fluctuations will be the main issue, as Fred says. The GBP is weak against the EUR right now, so UK pension income paid in GBP would convert into fewer BGN if you get paid today. My book royalties are paid in USD and the ... Read More
Health care private by Trinidad58
I Need a real good privat healthcare in Bulgaria, Not just prepay, or refund to Pay in advance.i have offers from Allianz care but all paid in advance?does anyone a real top one?thank you Trinidad58gabriela
I thought you were hosting that? Read More
Health care private by Trinidad58
I Need a real good privat healthcare in Bulgaria, Not just prepay, or refund to Pay in advance.i have offers from Allianz care but all paid in advance?does anyone a real top one?thank you Trinidad58gabriela
I was thinking that. Much as I love my hubby, part of the appeal of visiting my Bg house on my own is having some peace and quiet! I hope it's an easy and happy adjustment for you. Read More