Guides for everyday life

Practical guides for everyday life in Bulgaria

Money & Taxes 2

Opening a Bulgarian bank account as a foreigner (2026) Opening a Bulgarian bank account as a foreigner in 2026: the personal number you need, English-friendly banks, documents, fees and your right to an account. Updated: August 2026 Property tax in Bulgaria for foreigners and the garbage fee Property tax in Bulgaria for foreign owners: the 2026 rates, the 5% early-payment discount, the garbage fee and its deadlines, plus a calculator for your bill. September 2026

Legal & Debt 1

Bulgaria's digital nomad visa: who qualifies, how to apply Bulgaria's digital nomad visa 2026: check if you qualify, the €31,010 income rule, the two-step Type D visa and residence-permit process, and the tax catch. September 2026

Insurance & Health 1

Health insurance in Bulgaria for foreigners: NHIF guide Health insurance in Bulgaria for foreigners: who must join the NHIF, what the 8% contribution costs in 2026, and how to register, pick a GP and get an EHIC. Updated: September 2026

Vehicles 1

Importing a car to Bulgaria: duties and registration Importing a car to Bulgaria: no customs duty from the EU, but 10% duty plus 20% VAT from outside it, plus eco-tax and one-month КАТ registration. 2026 guide. Updated: September 2026