Sailingdom
English expat in Bulgaria
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Lives in Sofia, Sofia-Capital
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Registration: 07 August 2020
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Business in Bulgaria - How do you start? by tonyfs
Dear friends, Recently there are many companies seeking the low salaries in Bulgaria, to better the economy in there respective company or to settle and work 100% from Bulgaria. Why? To compete in prices it is necessary to find a place and ...
I can help you, it requires contacts which I have and as usual my fee is zero. Read More
Arriving Bulgaria... by Newlifebg
Hi We are flying to Sofia from UK in June..I believe all we require for entry to Bulgaria is a Negative PCR test within 72hrs of arrival and reasons for visit form(Complete house purchase from last year)...Is this case,any info would help as ...
Also your best bet is not google ffs, it is https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bulgaria Read More
Arriving Bulgaria... by Newlifebg
Hi We are flying to Sofia from UK in June..I believe all we require for entry to Bulgaria is a Negative PCR test within 72hrs of arrival and reasons for visit form(Complete house purchase from last year)...Is this case,any info would help as ...
I may be wrong but I think you have to show a negative PCR 72 hours prior to coming here. I don't really see the point of one after you arrive. Read More
paying monthly properties!! by stoney2016
Hi. Thanks to those who advised on my last question. I saw on ebay and several websites a guy who sells Bulgarian properties valued around 10,000 up to 16,000 and all you pay is 500 a month until it is paid for. I am of the thought that if it ...
I wouldn't touch any company that requires a "Reserve Fee" as that is a scam. Read More
Health Cover by Mel1702
Good morning, my husband (63) & I (54) are looking to retire to Bulgaria in the next few months. We are currently looking into health care/cover. Since Brexit, I understand you need health insurance to apply to become a resident. Can anyone give ...
I have used a good one, she speaks perfect English and can give you good advice. If you want her number please message me, Read More
Vaccines required in Bulgaria by Diksha
Hello everybody, When living or moving abroad, and in particular in Bulgaria, vaccination against certain diseases is often required to enter the country or to avoid risks. We would like to ask you a few questions to help future expats ...
Do you know if it is free if you don't have a residency card but do have an EHIC card? Read More
Arrival In Bulgaria - The Rules by Snowball6
Can anyone tell me, if I have a PCR Test in the Uk, do I need to quarantine when I get there? I’m finding it all confusing.
Quarantine requirements From 29 January 2021, arrivals to Bulgaria are not required to quarantine if they have provided a negative PCR test result taken up to 72 hours before arrival. The negative result must specifically mention it was a PCR test ... Read More
Misleading guidance re residency in Bulgaria by David0000
I am UK citizen living in the UK, with property in Bulgaria. The UK FCDO’s guidance around Brexit has always been that “If you were legally resident in Bulgaria before 1 January 2021, your rights will be protected by the Withdrawal ...
If you have a BG permit yet reside in the UK then nothing would have differed. You also have movement rights of 90 days anywhere in the EU every 180 days. Any time spent in Bulgaria does NOT count towards those 90 days as it isn't in Shengen. Read More
Misleading guidance re residency in Bulgaria by David0000
I am UK citizen living in the UK, with property in Bulgaria. The UK FCDO’s guidance around Brexit has always been that “If you were legally resident in Bulgaria before 1 January 2021, your rights will be protected by the Withdrawal ...
It was clear, you even underlined it, As you were not legally resident then you should probably get someone who knows what they are doing, like a lawyer Read More
visas residence by jakir_noor
Hi i am from Belgium. I like to live in Bulgaria and i like to bring my mother from Asia.is it possible ?
significantly more information is required Read More
RESIDENCY AFTER BREXIT by daxman
A bit confusing...we own 10 year Lichna Karta, do we have until 2021 to change them for Bulgarian residency or must we do it before 31st December...also I have a UK issued International Driving Licence,,,will it be valid after 31st December or must ...
Hi You should renew before the 31st December 2021, I believe the UK driving Licence should also need to be ... Read More
Friends in Sofia by trasoushkia
Hello All! I'm French and will be moving to Sofia for work. I've lived in the UK, China and Russia so Bulgaria will be yet again a new adventure for me. I'd love to meet with other expats, travellers and locals, go for drinks, food, ...
Sure, when are you coming? And which part of Sofia will you be in? Read More
National Revenue Agency number by trasoushkia
Hello all, I am moving to sofia for work from France. My company requires me to get a number (I believe it is some sort of fiscal or social security number) at the National Revenue Agency in order to be able to work in Sofia. I have contacted ...
I assume you are French? If so after you move then apply for your residency card which will give you or Payroll the relevant number. There is no particular rush to do so. Read More
Bulgarian ID Card by JimLahey
I'm from the UK and have recently purchased an apartment in Bansko. I would like to apply for a lichna karta (ID card) before the Brexit deadline. Am I right in thinking that this can be done in the Migration Directorate in Sofia or does have ...
Before december 31st Read More
Bulgarian ID Card by JimLahey
I'm from the UK and have recently purchased an apartment in Bansko. I would like to apply for a lichna karta (ID card) before the Brexit deadline. Am I right in thinking that this can be done in the Migration Directorate in Sofia or does have ...
The local main Police station with your relevant documents. Read More