Eddie George
@eddieg
English expat in Bulgaria
Forum posts
158
Contacts
5
About me
English
Lives in Veliko Tarnovo
Speaks English & little Bulgarian
Registration: 23 January 2015
Visa Extension
Hi All,, I am currently here on 1month visa,, working in Cancer hospital has volunteer,, I am 66yrs & am looking to live here next year with view to rent or buy small property,, can Visa be extended continually, I want to live here ... Read More
The best services to use when moving to Bulgaria
Without Doubt My Translator,who helped me with 2 property,s,1 Bought & 1 Sold,,she has also helped me with various legal documents,,so honest,reliable & not expensive,,,My Estate Agent in VT was very helpful & trustworthy,,,Local Mayor ... Read More
Bulgarian typical mentality or not? by Monica
My soon to be exhusband is from Bulgaria - I am from Romania but have been living overseas for almost 20 years. He has very old fasion views... he believes the woman has to take care of the house, baby, cook and he, as the man... doesnt really want ...
Good on you Monica,,,You deserve Better,,,Chatting to my Bulgarian friends,they have the opinion alot of Bulgarian males have a macho image & it's based on fear,so they need to control,,Best wishes☺ Read More
How has your life changed in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Bulgaria? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Jules,,, Awesome experience in Bulgaria,WOW !! Hoping many Brits will read your story,so Inspirational☺☺☺ Read More
Mistakes expats make in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Bulgaria? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
I was too impulsive in buying,i did,nt take my time in viewing different areas of BG,so in hindsight I would take 1 month viewing & also rent a place prior to viewing,,Also be very careful on trusting people on face value,,it takes time to get ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Bulgaria? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
Priscilla has asked about Bulgaria & not the World Read More
How has your life changed in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Bulgaria? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Hi ,,"Life Changed",,yes dramatically for the better,,after setbacks of being ripped off & being robbed by local builder in north BG,,I moved to SW of VT & found my bit of paradise,, Peacefull Village surrounded by nature,,local ... Read More
Best usages and practices in Bulgaria
Bulgaria has taught me to live a simple life,gratitude for what I have (a roof over my head,food in my stomach,a beutifull Village surrounded by nature),to split logs for my Pechka,,to cook a big pan of broth & live on it for a week,,to start ... Read More
COT home security by Twiggyruth
I am buying a property in Yerusalimovo Bulgaria can anyone please tell me how I can contact a security company that will cover this area. I have trawled the Internet and not found anything.
Hi,,,Try MG Security who i used when i was living in a rural village,,,they are brilliant,,You can use there Patrol service at 10lev a month if you live here full time or they can install a Security System,,after installation cost its 40lev a ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Bulgaria can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Bulgaria? What are the ...
Hi,,,Yes i did have a" biased view"before i moved here based on 6mths research (culture,history,better standard of living,climate)which i still love before i moved here,,but i am a bit wiser now having lived here for 18mths,,I have ... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Bulgaria
Dealing with Homesickness,,hmmm!,,I myself keep in touch with my Family & Friends in UK every couple of weeks,,i also allways remind myself what BG had to offer me compared to UK,which i Embrace,even tho i,ve had a few bad experiences,but good ... Read More
Customer care in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Bulgaria and ...
My experience has been a mixture of good,ie a friendly smile & thank you in some store,s,,,,& rudeness or scowls,as if they have been threatend !!!!!!,,,people should not be working in public service if they are not polite,why?,they lose ... Read More
Here at last. by TerryMMM
At long last I am living permanently in my house in a village near Veliko Tarnovo. So I was a wondering ... are there any of you fair forum members who would like to be this lonely old soul's friend and meet up for a chat, a cuppa or a pint ...
its on main rd,,that runs right thro VT,,,,if coming from Old Town,past big statue in centre,,250yds on left..past Unicredit Bulbank is Cafe Read More
Here at last. by TerryMMM
At long last I am living permanently in my house in a village near Veliko Tarnovo. So I was a wondering ... are there any of you fair forum members who would like to be this lonely old soul's friend and meet up for a chat, a cuppa or a pint ...
Hi Terry,,,,,How about Sat or Sunday..10am VT,,,meet you at Cafe next to Unicredit Bulbank,,,eddie Read More
Here at last. by TerryMMM
At long last I am living permanently in my house in a village near Veliko Tarnovo. So I was a wondering ... are there any of you fair forum members who would like to be this lonely old soul's friend and meet up for a chat, a cuppa or a pint ...
Hi Terry,,,,Good on you,making that big leap to BG,,,,i live in Ganchovets,20min drive to VT,,so if you want to meet up anytime,let me know for cuppa,,,,,,,,chao eddie Read More
UK Exit from Europe
Hi All,,,,,Concern over Exit from Europe,,,,,,,EHIC Card & Euro driving licence invalid ???,,,,will exit change my Resident Status & Passport Status ??,,,,,,,,feedback needed from UK expats,,,,Thank You,,,,,,Eddie Read More
Please, don't forget the green card! by BruceLeeTheHealer
My nearest and dearest friends on here will know that tomorrow, 07/04/2016 I was supposed to begin my first move to BG. However there is something called a green card wich is a key to the golden gates of Romania and Bulgaria and without it, you sit ...
You DO NOT need any green/blue/yellow card to tavel thro europe from UK,,,all you need to carry is your Euro Driving licence & Ins Docs for car,,i told my Ins company what route i was taking & no card required,,,you do not have to give any ... Read More
Please, don't forget the green card! by BruceLeeTheHealer
My nearest and dearest friends on here will know that tomorrow, 07/04/2016 I was supposed to begin my first move to BG. However there is something called a green card wich is a key to the golden gates of Romania and Bulgaria and without it, you sit ...
Hi,,,Romaniac is correct,,,,You don,t need a green card,,i drove thro Europe to BG last year,,my UK Insurance covered me for 90 days in Europe Read More
Bulgarian news in English
Thanks Corter for VT news website,,brilliant,,,,,eddie Read More
Restaurants serving eggs benefict in Sofia.
WOW !!! have to visit Shtastlivica(happiness),,amazing,,its something we all want & find in BG,,,,thank you so much,,will look for tomorrow in VT,,,,,,eddie Read More
Restaurants serving eggs benefict in Sofia.
Thanks Kris for new post,,,,,Anyone know of good restaurants in VT,,i have used "Tempo" who have a wide selection of food,,family & friends love the place,,,,Regards eddie Read More
Travelling from England to Bulgaria by road (route) by BruceLeeTheHealer
Hi everyone, This coming Thursday I will finally be bringing my first load across Europe to my little house in Vraca, via Dover/Calais! I'm travelling in my LWB Sprinter. It's only days away and I'm still struggling with the best route ...
Hi,,,,,i took,,Calais,,,Germany,,,Austria,,,Hungary,,,Romania,,,Ruse route,,,,,,my friend who travels regular to BG gave me this route,,,,,,,sailed thro in a fully loaded 4x4,,,with power tools etc,,,,,did,nt have any custom checks,,,,Sat Nav a ... Read More
Pros and cons of Vinograd by frankie 62
hi, i am moving to Vinograd in the next few weeks (hopefully) and wondered if anyone can point out the pros and cons of the village, also what is happening with hemus motorway? thanks frankie
Hi,,,I lived in Vinograd for 8mths & found it very peacefull,some lovely local people & children so polite,,,there are a few expats who have lived there for a lot of years,,so thats a good sign of village,,you also have Polski Trembish 20min ... Read More
king size bed by gadge
Hi all Does anyone know where you can buy a king size bed? Thanks Phil
have a look at "Videnov.bg" website,,they have showroom in VT Read More
Builders Merchants and Timber yards in VT by Corter
Happy Easter everyone Has anyone got the address of builders yards for bulk purchases of building materials (cement, plasterboards, aggregate, etc) and a timber yard with wood suitable for roofing tresses. Our nearest large town is Pavlikeni ...
Were do you live????,,,,near VT? or out north towards Ruse Read More
Builders Merchants and Timber yards in VT by Corter
Happy Easter everyone Has anyone got the address of builders yards for bulk purchases of building materials (cement, plasterboards, aggregate, etc) and a timber yard with wood suitable for roofing tresses. Our nearest large town is Pavlikeni ...
Hi ,,,Big timber yard in "Samovodin",,enter village,on main rd to VT,its sign posted on left,,,,,,,,,Couple of Big Builders Yards in Polski Trambesh,,,,,local people will direct you,,,,,,eddie Read More
Reliable Estate Agents? by xpatbg
What are the trusted or reliable Estate Agents of Bulgarian Property Market? How about the "Premium Properties BG" premiumpropertiesbg.com ? Any comments or experiences with them?
Hi Terri,,,don,t buy it,,,had a expat friend buy via online auction,,nothing like photo,s online,,,full renovation to repair,,you have to visit & view to buy,,,,Every property has a full postal address,,if agents say they have,nt,,stay away from ... Read More
Reliable Estate Agents? by xpatbg
What are the trusted or reliable Estate Agents of Bulgarian Property Market? How about the "Premium Properties BG" premiumpropertiesbg.com ? Any comments or experiences with them?
Hi Terriain,,,,,Have a look at "Ideal homes VT website,,,fantastic,honest & trustworthy agent who i bought from in October 2015,,i retired here 1yr ago from Poole,Dorset,,beutifull country BG to live,but be aware,certain people will try ... Read More
Scaffold Tower Hire by eddieg
Hi All,,,Dous anyone know of company in VT who rent scaffold towers,,,2mtr in height,,,thanks,,,,eddie
Thanks Chainjer,,i will seek & find Read More
Scaffold Tower Hire
Hi All,,,Dous anyone know of company in VT who rent scaffold towers,,,2mtr in height,,,thanks,,,,eddie Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Had my daughter bring over from UK,,Big box of 2min Porridge Oats,,yummy,,,,,can,t find them in BG,boo hoo Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
Hi,,,you don,t need a D visa,,,towards the end of 90 rule,apply for your Resident card Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
Hi,,you don,t have to have a company to get Resident Card,,just sufficient funds to support yourself Read More
Please help me to help the refugees in Bulgaria by sihemt
Hi there, I would like to take old clothes, shoes and blankets to Refugees in Harmanli, can you help please, as they have left homes, cars and work, they have nothing, they really need help. If you are around Varna, I have someone there who is ...
Sihemt,,,Beutifull response,,,no answer to that,,,,,eddie Read More
Please help me to help the refugees in Bulgaria by sihemt
Hi there, I would like to take old clothes, shoes and blankets to Refugees in Harmanli, can you help please, as they have left homes, cars and work, they have nothing, they really need help. If you are around Varna, I have someone there who is ...
Kosarka,,i respect what you say,regarding helping local community,but you say refugees had choice of leaving jobs,cars etc ??,,sorry my friend,these people "had no choice" but to flee there homelands,,Why?,,there own ... Read More
Please help me to help the refugees in Bulgaria by sihemt
Hi there, I would like to take old clothes, shoes and blankets to Refugees in Harmanli, can you help please, as they have left homes, cars and work, they have nothing, they really need help. If you are around Varna, I have someone there who is ...
Hi,,,i live near VT,,,can i help in anyway,,,Regards eddie Read More
cash,euros or lev. by andy j best
hi,iam visiting veliko tarnovo in march,and I will need to have some cash on me when I land.is it best to have euros or lev?.
Hi Andy,,,Levs for sure,,,,eddie Read More
Builder and / or odd job man in Veliko Tarnovo. by TerryMMM
Does anybody know builder and / or odd job man (or woman) in Veliko Tarnovo that they can recommend? I can do all the easy stuff myself but I have a few slightly more technical bits of plumbing and electricaling that scare me and there's also a ...
Hi Terry,,,i know a good expat builder in VT & few odd job expat lads that are highly recommended,,,,using them myself,,,,,,if you want contact no,s,,,,i will PM them to you,,,,,,,,,regards eddie Read More
If you are coming to Bulgaria. by ianinbg
I discovered Bulgaria the hard way, the overcharging, the rip offs, the bad workman, the outright lies but we live and learn. Now I’ve done it, been there and got the Tshirt and I’m still here! Things have improved greatly over the past ...
Hi Ian,,,Awesome you offering help & assistance to people relocating here,,,like you,i have learned the hardway,,rip offs(crooks) & trust is a Big one for me,,,,only been here 10 months & i love the good stuff BG has to offer expats like ... Read More
Honesty& Corruption by eddieg
Hi All,,,Please be aware of Deception<Dishonesty,,in Bulgaria,,,i am at this moment serving a writ against a person who sign,ed a legal agreement of a loan,,and renaged,,also of Estate Agents working with builders to upgrade house ...
So true,,,i have been living in BG for 10months & slowly finding my way here,,i love BG & i have met some lovely BG people,,its a shame that there are some people here that put a bad name on BG,,which stops people investing in BG,,,,regards ... Read More
Honesty& Corruption
Hi All,,,Please be aware of Deception<Dishonesty,,in Bulgaria,,,i am at this moment serving a writ against a person who sign,ed a legal agreement of a loan,,and renaged,,also of Estate Agents working with builders to upgrade house ... Read More
Health insurance? How much money to support oneself? by Fatpixie
Hi, I joined last year, and have been looking with interest at the posts on here - some great information! We are pretty sure Bulgaria seems like the place for us, and will be heading out there in the spring to look at property. Most likely Veliko ...
Hi Fatpixie ,,,yes,i have info regarding Honest estate agents & Solicitors,,have to send via private message,as not able to advertise openly Read More
New member will visit Veliko Tarnovo by andy j best
hi, my name is andy,iam planning to visit veliko tarnovo in the next 3 months to look at property.Iam 56,i make furniture,so I will need somewhere where I can set up a workshop.I have looked at the info online about the area,and iam really looking ...
Hi Andy,,will give you info via private message,not permitted to make it public(rules) ok,,eddie Read More
New member will visit Veliko Tarnovo by andy j best
hi, my name is andy,iam planning to visit veliko tarnovo in the next 3 months to look at property.Iam 56,i make furniture,so I will need somewhere where I can set up a workshop.I have looked at the info online about the area,and iam really looking ...
Hi Andy,,,best of luck on your trip here,,plenty of timber here for your projects,,haha,,,i have a place just advertised that might interest you,in Vinograd,,,,& any info just ask,ok,,,,regards eddie Read More
Health insurance? How much money to support oneself? by Fatpixie
Hi, I joined last year, and have been looking with interest at the posts on here - some great information! We are pretty sure Bulgaria seems like the place for us, and will be heading out there in the spring to look at property. Most likely Veliko ...
Hi,,EHIC card is sufficient,,not sure what funds are required for resident card,,i don,t think it is much,,,I applied & received resident card in April2015,,all i had to show was BG bank a/c details,,,,hope that helps,,,regards eddie,,,,ps,,if ... Read More
goods transportation from England
Hi Sylvia,,google UK2BG ,,brilliant company i used last march,,very reliable & trustworthy,,,Regards eddie Read More
TV Repair Shop,,VT
Hi All,,,Anyone know of repair shop in VT for TV repair,,,,looked on internet & nothing,,,????,,,Regards Eddie Read More
Retired and living in plovdiv by Mick1952
Hi my name is Mick my wife's name is val & we have been living in a village 10k west of Plovdiv for 11years.
Hi Mick,,,i myself have retired,,7 months in Vinograd,then moved to Ganchovets 2 months ago,,beutifull village,crime free & 15mins from VT which i love,,,getting more streetwise,,which is essential here,(trust),,,love BG Historical ... Read More
Heating Engineer
Thanks Allison,,could you send me his phone no via private message,,,Regards eddie Read More
Heating Engineer
Hi All,,,Anyone know a Good Heating Engineer in VT area,,i live in Ganchovets,,,probs with a Solid Fuel Boiler System,,,any help appreciated,,Thank You,,,,,,eddie Read More
Best Villages in an around VT area by gadge
Hi All Moving to Bulgaria to retire in Jan/ Feb 2016 Could anyone suggest which are good and bad villages to live in around the VT area Any help would be most appreciated Thanks Phil and Les
Hi Richard,,Sorry for late reply,just read your post,,yes,Tador the mayor is so helpful,love village,,brill location for VT,,look forward to seeing you on next visit,,chao eddie Read More
Merry Christmas...................
To All my new friends who have helped me in my new life in BG,,A Very HAPPY & PEACEFUL CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR,, :) eddie Read More
Best Villages in an around VT area by gadge
Hi All Moving to Bulgaria to retire in Jan/ Feb 2016 Could anyone suggest which are good and bad villages to live in around the VT area Any help would be most appreciated Thanks Phil and Les
Hi Phil,,,as you guessed i have retired in BG,,1 of best decisions i ever made,,,Tips !,,,Don,t move to far away from VT,,,everything you will need for a peacefull retirement is there,,,,Make sure village is crime free,,,,Do you drive?,,,Make sure ... Read More
Reliable estate agent
Hi,,,Thoroughly recommend "Ideal homes",,,who i used,,very HONEST,Helpfull bloke,,,,,,Regards Eddie Read More
Best Villages in an around VT area by gadge
Hi All Moving to Bulgaria to retire in Jan/ Feb 2016 Could anyone suggest which are good and bad villages to live in around the VT area Any help would be most appreciated Thanks Phil and Les
Hi ,i have just moved to Ganchovets,,approx 15klm from VT,,,,love the place,,peacefull & safe village & the Mayor speaks good english which is a massive help,,,Regards Eddie Read More
where to buy rugs in sofia region by yuill family
Hi All, Hope there is someone out there who can help with the following. We would like information on where we can buy rugs in the Sofia region. We live near Samokov so would be happy to drive for not more than 2 hours to get what we are looking ...
Hi Sylvia,,,i have no info for sofia region,,have you tried "Rugs Vista" website,,,bought 4 beutifull rugs from them,,,Hoping info helps,,Regards eddie Read More
Log Supplier by eddieg
Hi All...Anyone know of a log supplier in Dryanovo area(VT),,thanks eddie
Thanks Ian,,for good usefull info,,Regards eddie :) Read More
Log Supplier by eddieg
Hi All...Anyone know of a log supplier in Dryanovo area(VT),,thanks eddie
Sylvia,,Thanks so much for information,,brilliant,,i had similar prob with local person ripping me off in other village i lived in,,,is pine cheaper cos it don,t burn well?,,,have a good day,,,eddie :) Read More
Log Supplier
Hi All...Anyone know of a log supplier in Dryanovo area(VT),,thanks eddie Read More
uk Benefits
Hi,,have emailed European Benefits website twice,,no reply??,,have looked at UK wesite,,no clear answer,,"You might be able to claim for upto 1year" :/ Read More
Removal firms ... GB to BG ... any suggestions? by TerryMMM
Thank you everybody for all your replies to my previous questions. The new question on my list is ... Now that I have got my house in VT I am hoping to move some of my furniture and belongings there from South West England next spring. I won't ...
Yes Paul,,,i used them,,they are very reliable & trustworthy,,, :) Read More
Removal firms ... GB to BG ... any suggestions? by TerryMMM
Thank you everybody for all your replies to my previous questions. The new question on my list is ... Now that I have got my house in VT I am hoping to move some of my furniture and belongings there from South West England next spring. I won't ...
Yes,,,google UK 2 BG,,company helped me move,,trustworthy too,,,,, Read More
Buying a House in Bulgaria Help by dlbarncord
Hello, my name is Danial, and we are going to make a trip to Bulgaria in September to buy a house. My question is: We have been looking at online site, most of which are from the UK, are the prices negotiable? Or are they pretty well set in stone? I ...
Hi Paul,,,I live in a so called Gypsy village in Vinograd,like you,i moved here to retire,i have,nt had any problems at all with local people,,but i would not buy a holiday home here,to risky!!,,i have security in place + a dog,,,so please be aware ... Read More
uk Benefits
Hi All,,,i have a friend moving here from UK who claims ESA benefit,,,How long can he claim this in BG?,,,looked at Gov UK website,,which says you claim ESA for upto 1year?,,,Could anyone clarify that,,,thanks :/ Read More
Buying a House in Bulgaria Help by dlbarncord
Hello, my name is Danial, and we are going to make a trip to Bulgaria in September to buy a house. My question is: We have been looking at online site, most of which are from the UK, are the prices negotiable? Or are they pretty well set in stone? I ...
Hi,,,Ideal Homes VT are Awesome ,,regards eddie Read More
New members of Bulgaria forum, introduce yourself here 4th quarter of 2015 by Julien
Newbie on Bulgaria forum? Dont 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 expat ...
Hi Paul,,,,,,,Best of luck on your new venture in BG,,i like yourself took early retirement & moved to BG March this year,,best move ive ever made,,,you have had some good advice on forum,,,,if your looking for rural property..i have house for ... Read More
Health insurance
Hi,,You can use your EHIC card in BG & if needed & get cheaper Private cover in BG Read More
Buying property in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Bulgaria? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Bulgaria? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Hi,,,Try "Ideal Homes",,they are Very Honest in Buying & Reliable,,& Help from start to finish,,,awesome Agency Read More
Electronic Translator by gadge
Hi All Does anyone know of a good text to speech translator that will translate english words into bulgarian speech? Thanks Gadge
Hi,,,Try Google Translate gadget :) Read More
security
Thanks Steve,,,,i am in process of moving to Dryanovo in 4 weeks,,have a house minder,,but need to secure my home untill sold,,,,i will phone company,,,thanks,,,,eddie Read More
security
Hi All,,,dous anyone know of security company that covers Vinograd,,there are 2 in directory,but they are based in Sofia,,,Thank you,,,eddie :) Read More
Short Course on the Principles of the Universe (Sofia)
Krish Cho,,,,,Amazing,,,if it was in VT,,i would have attended,,,Best Wishes,,,Eddie Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
Thank you,,caught 2,,but still in joists :) Read More
Hello- coming to Bulgaria to study - want to make friends by Queengalaxia
My name is Chinwe Caroline, a female alias Queengalaxia, I am currently living in Nigeria but plan coming to Bulgaria to study, meanwhile I found this forum worthy that's why I joined to meet good and responsible friends. So hope I am highly ...
Hi Caroline,,, HELLO & Welcome ,,Best Wishes on your plans to relocate to Beutifull Bulgaria :) eddie Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi,,Welcome & Best Wishes relocating to BG,,,,eddie :) Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
cat cant get into joists mate???????? Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
Hi,,yes,ive blocked all holes i can find,,,there in my ceiling joists running around,,can,t find any professional help in BG,,which i find amazing :/ been told to get a cat!! how can i possibly get cat in joists haha,,they need to be smoked/gassed ... Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
Hi,,What are Humane traps please???? Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
Thanks,,,,for info,,,same problem here,,,ive just bought big sheet of steel mesh to block all exit holes in barn which adjoins house,,then put spring traps in place,,,thank you Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
Hi,,were rats between your joists in ceiling??,,as i have tried plug in device which will keep them out of living areas but no affect at all between joists in ceiling,,thanks Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!! by eddieg
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie
Thanks Sara,,Yes,,i am off to VT today to get Steel Wool (which they cant chew) & silicone to seal holes up,,& proper snap traps & peanut butter,,got that info from rodent company in USA,,,can,t find any professional company in BG???? ... Read More
Rodents in Ceiling Joists,,,HELP!!!
Hi All,,,Need serious help with Rats in ceiling joists,,,dous anyone know a company in VT area who deal with Rat invasion please,,,,,they are running around in 4 rooms in ceiling,,,have tried Glue traps,,Sonic device,,,to no avail,,,Regards eddie Read More
Wanting to check out Bulgaria in September 2015 by beautiful cuenca
Hello Everyone My name is Beth. I am from the U.S Fort Lauderdale Florida. Yes...a beautiful place to live. I have a home 2 miles from the beach. I owned my own real estate and development company for 20 years. In Dec 2010 I moved to Cuenca Ecuador ...
Hi Roy,,,Have you arrived here yet???,,,regards eddie Read More
Builder in VT needed by Ruthie-Davies
Hi, We are moving to live in Merdanya, near VT as soon as We sell our house in Wales. We purchased a cottage last year. Can anyone recommend a good reliable builder. I need to convert an out building into living accommodation and re-surface patio ...
Thanks Neil,for details,,will def phone him,,,,,eddie Read More
Laptop Repair in VT area
Thank you for info & help,,regards eddie Read More
Laptop Repair in VT area
Thanks Kev,,will try spybot,,i am on Safe mode now,,,ive had Driver programs trying to sell me there products from USA?? tried to unstall them,but can,t,,tried to re format PC but malware wouldnt let me??,,anyway will try spybot,,thanks,,eddie Read More
Laptop Repair in VT area
Hi all,,Dous anyone know a PC repair shop in VT area?? can,t get rid of a Virus in system,,(laptop not me),,Regards eddie Read More
Septic tank installation by candyz9229
Has anyone fitted their own septic tank that can give me a few pointers . We have to install one in our new home in Elhovo. The builders seem to be asking for 5000 leva but I have heard you can do it yourself much cheaper. I was looking at the ...
Hi Candy,,did you find anyone to fit your Septic tank?,,builder who fitted mine was asking,,regards eddie Read More
Goats..lots of them
Hi,,just want to say,"what a wonderfull post",,i would have had a few goats off you,but i live in Vinograd,,so best of luck with your post buddy :) Read More
Builder in VT needed by Ruthie-Davies
Hi, We are moving to live in Merdanya, near VT as soon as We sell our house in Wales. We purchased a cottage last year. Can anyone recommend a good reliable builder. I need to convert an out building into living accommodation and re-surface patio ...
Hi Kosarka,,,is it possible for you to forward your builders (tim) details please,,Regards eddie Read More
Septic tank installation by candyz9229
Has anyone fitted their own septic tank that can give me a few pointers . We have to install one in our new home in Elhovo. The builders seem to be asking for 5000 leva but I have heard you can do it yourself much cheaper. I was looking at the ...
Hi,,Bio Digester sounds good,,What are costs?Material details to build it? looking forward to reply :) Read More
Septic tank installation by candyz9229
Has anyone fitted their own septic tank that can give me a few pointers . We have to install one in our new home in Elhovo. The builders seem to be asking for 5000 leva but I have heard you can do it yourself much cheaper. I was looking at the ...
Hi Candy,,,no way 5000lev,,,,I live in VT area,,i had local builder install a 3x3x2mtr tank for 900lev,,,labour,,stone,,concrete roof & pipes,,chao eddie Read More
Transferring money by stroller66
Hi there! Does anyone have suggestions for the best and cheapest way to transfer money from my Allianz Bulgarian account to my Bank of Ireland account in Ireland? I have to do this monthly. Thanks :joking:
Hi Stroller,,google,,,"transferwise.com",,,cheaper than banks,,,eddie Read More
opening a bank account and obtaining health insurance by Almost there 2015
Hi...moving to Varna as I type this...worried about opening a bank account and obtaining health insurance..I understand there are a few local health insurance providers that I can obtain a policy through..does anyone know if that's easy or ...
Hi,,You can get cheap Health ins in BG,,also apply for a free" European Health Ins Card" which covers basic needs for 5years,, Read More
Newbie...
Welcome Emma & Duncan,,,Have you visited Bulgaria?,,if not!!,Visit,& view coastal & inland areas,,give yourself plenty of time viewing,,,I personally,,got lots of info on internet ,,made a short list (areas & agents) before ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Bulgaria. What ...
Hi Christine,,,First let me say "i love BG",,i also have witnessed Que jumping at Kat in VT,,Village shop,,Bank,,so yes,,very rude & disrespectfull to other people,,you mention "awkward cultural experience",,yes ive found ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Bulgaria? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Expat.com Moderator,,asks for " Difficulties one might face" regarding driving,,so all members on site should should be allowed to share there own personal experiences thank you!!! :huh: Read More
Bulgarian Postal system by Terracopter
I’ve changed my mind. There are problems in Varna. And the main problem for me is Varna postal system. Of course whether it’s city wide, or whether I’m the “odd-one-out”, I don’t know. But for some reason ...
Hi,,i have had similar problems with my post,,i sent a registered letter with legal documents in on 23rd July to UK,,which cost me alot of money to have legal documents translated to english,,they never arrived in UK,,i now have to travel 55km to ... Read More
Shower
Hi Kevin,,,Did you get it sorted (shower),,if not,,give me a ring,,,i am living in Vinograd,,****,,eddie Read More