gwynj
Welsh expat in Bulgaria
Forum posts
2551
Contacts
60
About me
Welsh
Lives in Bansko, Blagoevgrad
Speaks English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese
Registration: 30 June 2020
Activity
Wales to Bulgaria via France, Italy? by jeanmandredeix
When we do our return trip to north east Bulgaria I am thinking about doing France, Italy as I absolutely hate driving and staying in Germany. Has anyone done this route? I appreciate its longer but I prefer French roads but have no idea what ...
@jeanmandredeixIt's a big detour (with, I'd guess, a long/tedious ferry ride)... especially considering that transiting Germany is only 4-5 hours of speedy autobahn. It probably only makes sense if you love Italy and fancy a couple of days ... Read More
Electronic toys by Fred
Today, whilst babysitting my naughty daughter, I decided to wander into a local electronics shop known as Electronics city. The place is pretty good for home stuff but not really a 'boys' toys' shop. I have to admit, they have some especially nice ...
@FredBrother do some "tank" printers where you refill with bottles of ink. They're a bit pricier to buy, but unlike most inkjets, these work out pretty inexpensive to keep printing. Read More
I'm due to view some properties in Bulgaria through properties.bg by rachelbates1
Has anyone had any experience with this company please. Curious on your thoughts
@rachelbates1I had not seen this website (properties dot bg) before, but @janemulberry spotted that it's another website/domain of Bulgarian Properties (dot com and dot bg). I'm not convinced that it's as up to date as their main website, so I would ... Read More
New digital nomad visa by janemulberry
So, the information I've found online is sketchy, but apparently Bulgaria started accepting applications on December 20 for a new digital nomad visa category, quite different to the previous freelancer visa (no language proficiency ...
@janemulberryWell spotted!https://www.imidaily.com/europe/bulgaria-launches-the-eus-latest-digital-nomad-visa/https://www.newbalkanslawoffice.com/bulgarias-digital-nomad-visa-a-new-chapter-for-remote-workers/Main points: 31k euros annual income ... Read More
Cabled internet not WIFI by GuestPoster5763
Hi i'm looking to rent in Bulgaria for 6 months initially, i may buy accommodation after that. I work online and need very reliable internet connection, WIFI is not good enough, and wonder how easy is it to get fibre or cable TV type lined internet ...
@digitalnomad1If you're Irish, I guess you have an EU passport, which means you can go hang out in Sweden for any reason at all. So you can easily check it out for a couple of months. The residence permit for EU citizens is typically fairly ... Read More
Would you use real street addresses in several countries? by damnmorningstar
Hi everyone,I’m juggling life across a couple of countries at the moment, bank in one place, work in another, family somewhere else, and one thing that keeps coming up is where things should be sent.Ignoring what currently exists ...
@damnmorningstarWelcome to the forum. I'd guess most of us would suggest that you keep life simple and have everything work, home, family, bank, doctor, etc. in one place. :-)In any case, these days, it's pretty easy to find ebanks/emoney options ... Read More
Cabled internet not WIFI by GuestPoster5763
Hi i'm looking to rent in Bulgaria for 6 months initially, i may buy accommodation after that. I work online and need very reliable internet connection, WIFI is not good enough, and wonder how easy is it to get fibre or cable TV type lined internet ...
@digitalnomad1I'm not sure if you're getting the point (or at least one of the main points) of being a Digital Nomad, as per your handle. :-) That is you work remotely for employers in HIGH INCOME locations (e.g. UK, USA, etc.) but hang out in ... Read More
Are we all paying attention? by JimJ
I'm feeling a little bemused - and indeed disappointed - by the silence within our little-but-merry band regarding the current political developments/upheaval.At the moment, Bulgaria is a boat with neither rudder nor helmsman, sailing into an ...
@JimJhttps://www.novinite.com/articles/235904/Experts+Warn%3A+Euro+Adoption+in+Bulgaria+Will+Hit+the+WalletsYou'll be pleased (frustrated? outraged? apoplectic? totally unsurprised?) to hear that Bulgaria's date with eurozone destiny remains on ... Read More
We are hoping to find somewhere to buy in January by lindamarkham2812
My name is Linda.Will be relocating from the UK next year with my husband. We are retiring and in our,mid 60s.We have had a holiday home near the Costa Blanca for 10 years. Which we have just sold and plan to move to Bedar, Almeria. We are hoping to ...
@lindamarkham2812Spain's always a popular retirement choice, and NLVs for pensioners is one of the few easy options post Brexit.Foe your next property, I suggest you have a good look at Idealista to see what you can get for your budget in your ... Read More
Are we all paying attention? by JimJ
I'm feeling a little bemused - and indeed disappointed - by the silence within our little-but-merry band regarding the current political developments/upheaval.At the moment, Bulgaria is a boat with neither rudder nor helmsman, sailing into an ...
@JimJSometimes, you rather seem like a glass 95% empty kinda guy. :-) You're seriously suggesting that they suspend a plan years in the making/planning, just a couple of weeks before its implementation? I guess you might be a very influential voice ... Read More
Moving to villalonga by smhodgson
HiI’m moving to Villalonga in the New Year and have everything in place but can’t seem to find a rideshare from Valencia to Villalonga.Does this not exist in Valencia?Seens quite strange as it’s two hours away by bus or train.Any ...
@smhodgsonIf you frequently need to be in Valencia (e.g. working there) it seems an odd choice to plonk yourself way out in Villalonga, and a potential 3-4 hours daily commute! Surely it makes more sense to live in/near Valencia? Read More
Documents needed to renew residency card. by Melvyn Dawson
Hi, I have lived permanently I Bulgaria for 20 years and still have ask this.i have a bank account ,driving licence,residency permit etc. I can remember most of the documents I submitted for my last 5 year residency card but can someone who has ...
@Melvyn DawsonAfter 20 years, I'd expect you to have your 10-year Permanent Residence card by now, rather than a 5-year card. But no matter, that's what you should probably get next renewal.I think there's an application form, and I'm pretty sure ... Read More
Technopolis by POZA_76913
Does anybody have experience with buying stuff from technopolis or online retailer with delivery? My house doesn't have a address only thing i can give them is my coordinates on google since i don't drive
@POZA_76913I order loads of stuff online all the time, with no issues at all.They don't really care where the house is (exactly, just the village) and won't pay any attention to coordinates or google maps links.They want a Bulgarian mobile phone ... Read More
Cabled internet not WIFI by GuestPoster5763
Hi i'm looking to rent in Bulgaria for 6 months initially, i may buy accommodation after that. I work online and need very reliable internet connection, WIFI is not good enough, and wonder how easy is it to get fibre or cable TV type lined internet ...
@digitalnomad1You might perhaps be a little confused by WiFi. If your apartment has internet installed, then there's an "internet box" put there by the service provider. It's connects to the outside world via cable, phone line, fibre optic line, or ... Read More
Seeking affordable, reliable bookkeeper for tax reporting by MountainLife
Hi everyone — I’m looking for recommendations for a knowledgeable, reliable bookkeeper who can handle ongoing bookkeeping and submit annual tax reports for my company. Key requirements:- **Services needed:** regular bookkeeping and ...
@MountainLifeThe property-owning company is a common device here as it's required by all non-EU citizens wanting to own a house with some land. Typically, these are non-trading entities as they merely hold the asset (or assets, if you have several ... Read More