Ozzy183a
English looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 11 August 2020
Thinking of moving to Bulgaria and bringing my 15ton excavator and hgv by Saphron Sailing
Would it be possible to start a construction company i have my own machines and my trade is a steelfixer foreman
@Saphron Sailinghi, I brought over a 2.5 ton digger and trailer from uk with my landrover but that was before Brexit….now as people say this will be a customs issue that you would need to resolve. There are a few cos already doing heavy ... Read More
Changing company account to Euros by Jules999
Is it true that now we are in the Euro currency, any company accounts ( even non trading ) must be changed & registered as a Euro currency account? There seems to be some confusion within my circle of friends.
@Jules999Hi yes there is some accounting formalities that need to be done as a direct consequence of BG entering the euro . I’m seeing my accountant in Varna in May to sort the paperwork. This is so even for dormant Cos. Read More
Well water pumping system by MountainLife
Greetings esteemed forum members! We live in a house in a rural area fairly close to Sofia. The house is being supplied with running water by a dug well, where a pumping system has been installed; it includes an electrical pump, pressure tank, and a ...
Hi, I used to manage a couple of boreholes on a large estate back in the uk, common faults can be the obvious… a faulty pump, air in system (depending on type of set up you have) and sediment build up in the pump..try lift the pump out of the ... Read More
Getting older in Bulgaria by Kath948381
Do I have to return to the UK from my Bulgarian village home as I'm getting older ? I miss the peace and quiet when I have to return to the UK now and then so what do I do when I get older and older, I'm 72 , 73 later in the year.
@JimJEvening Jim, Sorry to hear that and thanks for the update on bloods that’s eye opening!Rgds,ozzy Read More
Snakes in rural Bulgaria by Pumarosa200
Is it true there are poisonous snakes in rural Bulgaria? And if true what are the areas to avoid living in?
@Pumarosa200Yes there are and they can be anywhere which is overgrown, mountains or forest! Best get a cat if your in a rural forested area as are great at keeping on top of such as well as mice etc… Read More
Getting older in Bulgaria by Kath948381
Do I have to return to the UK from my Bulgarian village home as I'm getting older ? I miss the peace and quiet when I have to return to the UK now and then so what do I do when I get older and older, I'm 72 , 73 later in the year.
@JimJ I understood that Labour removed the 80ish K cap that the Conservatives had imposed on care home contributions in UK so now it’s full whack there too! Read More
Glass Blocks
Hi all,Can anyone recommend or direct me to a shop that sells internal clear and coloured glass blocks as can’t seem to find anything. Thanks Ozzy Read More
Best Route please!! by Mrs Homemaker
Reoccurring Question, I know. But please be Patient..I'm Virgin 😃Honestly Ive read that much advise on here ..I'm dizzy 😵 So next month we are planning to do our first drive from UK -Bulgaria and yep wish to take my little Doggy ...
@CarlS1986Hi no not the E81 but the E68 Arrad, Deva,Sibiu etc… I think this is the Transylvanian section but I think better highways may have been built since I last did it. I too have driven here from Blighty with various vehicles first was ... Read More
Best Route please!! by Mrs Homemaker
Reoccurring Question, I know. But please be Patient..I'm Virgin 😃Honestly Ive read that much advise on here ..I'm dizzy 😵 So next month we are planning to do our first drive from UK -Bulgaria and yep wish to take my little Doggy ...
@Mrs HomemakerHi the main roads in Romania have improved no end since I last did it but as long as you keep you wits about you you’ll be fine, I must say though this section of the journey we nicknamed death can alley as there were so many ... Read More
Best Route please!! by Mrs Homemaker
Reoccurring Question, I know. But please be Patient..I'm Virgin 😃Honestly Ive read that much advise on here ..I'm dizzy 😵 So next month we are planning to do our first drive from UK -Bulgaria and yep wish to take my little Doggy ...
It’s simple just avoid serbia go via Romania! Done the journey loads, no problems. Rgds Ozzy Read More
Car jacking by roywebb58
Posting this message as I basically did everything wrong.Driving back from Burgas on Friday I needed to stop for fuel and a desperate windscreen clean after stupidly parking under a pine tree.I stopped at the shell garage which is the first one on ...
You didn’t leave your fuel cap open then when you left the petrol station, I scary experience I’m sure. Not had anything like that here but did have something similar whilst driving through Romania ..so agree people should always be ... Read More
Hello from Karl - New to site by wrightkarl
Hello allGood to be here and hopefully a first positive step towards a major life change.I'm in the UK with my girlfriend but look to leave the UK and find a happy, settled life in a country that hopefully meets our needs .Where to start !? So many ...
@JimJ lmao….you reminded me of a Bulgarian railway article that I read somewhere which basically was about the train drivers complaining they didn’t have anywhere to go pee… so the management decided by way of another cunning ... Read More
Driving from UK by jeanmandredeix
I take my hat off to anyone who has done journey from UK in two or three days!We left Suffolk at 2.30am Saturday and done a heavy drive in our van to Germany, some 12 hours or so.Today we drove the rest of Germany, Austria and are staying in Hungary ...
Oh not good, I recall a similar time at the Romanian Hungarian border on the Hungary side when I was transporting our mad German shepherd over. Despite being held in a metal cage in the car she managed to escape, climb over all the stuff as the car ... Read More
British Food
Thanks was looking for somewhere that sells fish sauce and they do it ! CHEERS Rgds Ozzy Read More
Driving from UK by jeanmandredeix
I take my hat off to anyone who has done journey from UK in two or three days!We left Suffolk at 2.30am Saturday and done a heavy drive in our van to Germany, some 12 hours or so.Today we drove the rest of Germany, Austria and are staying in Hungary ...
You’ve done good, that’s good progress, just take your time though as Romanian roads in my experience can be lethal. Quickest I ever did it was just over two days in my landrover discovery but was on my own, the drive was not for the ... Read More
Wasps in the basement of our village house by Kath948381
We've just found around eight or nine live wasps in the basement area of our traditional Bulgarian village house. We've never had this problem before but we use the basement as our kitchen, corridor and living room during the summer. So how do we ...
@Kath948381spray watered bleach on them taking care of your painted and any upholstery surfaces etc as bleach stains, find the nest watch them first to find where it is and once found spray that too but be prepared to run as they get grumpy and will ... Read More
Wood worm treatment by Kath948381
How often do we need to spray wood worm killer in our village house ? We did it every year until last year but husband has seen an adult bug this year in our downstairs area and I saw and killed one a couple of weeks ago in the same general area.
@SimCityATAs it’s not in line with the forums code of conduct consequently I will not promote any product on the forum! Read More
Wood worm treatment by Kath948381
How often do we need to spray wood worm killer in our village house ? We did it every year until last year but husband has seen an adult bug this year in our downstairs area and I saw and killed one a couple of weeks ago in the same general area.
@neil76medley I will pm you details of the stuff we used. Read More
Anyone in or close to Yuper? by knobworx
Hi my wife and I have just bought a house in Yuper and we are set to fly out from the UK for a month in a couple of weeks. Our friends have had a property in BG in the next village for many years and will be a great help for us to show us the ropes ...
@knobworxWelcome, we’re over near varna on the coast so not too far, if you need any advice pm me, have been coming here on and off for over 20 years so sort of know about most things by now lol..well take care, Rgds Ozzy Read More
Wood worm treatment by Kath948381
How often do we need to spray wood worm killer in our village house ? We did it every year until last year but husband has seen an adult bug this year in our downstairs area and I saw and killed one a couple of weeks ago in the same general area.
Dear all, firstly look for fresh wood dust either around the holes in the wood or on the floor or ledges. If found that’s a clear indicator that the treatment has failed. Treatments normally last 1-3 years depending on levels of external ... Read More
White foam under a bush and tree on the ground in our village garden by Kath948381
Any idea what it is?
@JimJ Lol Read More
White foam under a bush and tree on the ground in our village garden by Kath948381
Any idea what it is?
@Kath948381 Cuckoo spit, check inside foam you should see a small grub…no worries re this Read More
Travel from the uk by car by allenredfearn7
Hi everyone, I'm driving out for the first time in July, to get our renovation project underway. Having spent time ripping out last year we start the renewing this year. The route from the uk shows the quickest way across and throughSerbia. are ...
Stick to EU countries! You will need additional insurance for Serbia. Will send you a pm. Rgds Ozzy Read More
Hi Everyone! Moving to Bulgaria this May by nathandean4
I'm Nathan. Me and my wife Louse are about to embark on our biggest adventure yet. This May we will be moving to Bulgaria to begin our new life. For the past 10 years we have spent more time apart than we have together. This is due to the fact ...
@dencreisslol just try to stay wake, lots of coffee and breaks I’ve done it a few times now. Plan the route carefully, keep to speed limits and ensure your lights are on in the day time as well as night in Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria. Ensure ... Read More
Hi Everyone! Moving to Bulgaria this May by nathandean4
I'm Nathan. Me and my wife Louse are about to embark on our biggest adventure yet. This May we will be moving to Bulgaria to begin our new life. For the past 10 years we have spent more time apart than we have together. This is due to the fact ...
@nathandean4 Hi welcome and good luck with your venture if you have any queries please ask or send a pm.Rgds, Ozzy Read More
Help. Getting collywobbles... by dawncham123
A bit of background. I am retired and being repossessed in three months, through choice. I just want to walk away from everything and start afresh, away from England. I have found the perfect house in the perfect village in BG. But my problem is ...
@dawncham123 Hi good luck with your venture, any questions ask or send a pm Rgds Ozzy Read More
Talking of the Joys of the BG Health Service by JimJ
"Just because you're paranoid, it doesn't mean that they're NOT out to get you.."As many members may have noticed, I have a rather jaundiced view of the health service here, especially the public one that the UK S1 entitles you to be a member of; ...
Jim,Sorry to hear that and of your struggles not good. I hear rosemary has antibiotic properties try that in a tea and or crush leaves and soak them in a warm towel place that over the leg it may help. Are you taking any aspirin too as may help. ... Read More
Evening all by Gordonf75
Just thought id say hello on here on behalf of my partner and myselfHoping to relocate to Bulgaria in the next 6-9 months just waiting on the visa process
Hi and welcome, if you have any queries just ask or pm me. Rgds Ozzy Read More
Homeschooling Veliko Tarnovo region by doreenherrfurth
Hello, we are a family with three kids. We are going to move to bulgaria in april. Since two years we are doing homeschooling with our kids. They are 6, 9 and 12. Are there other familys that do the same. We are looking forward to have nice ...
@Lynn Michhi did you find what your looking for if not let me know via pm and will provide you with what we know re our kids.rgds ozzy Read More
Cost of living in Bulgaria in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Bulgaria, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Bulgaria or already living ...
Hi all, Has anyone looked to pay their local house tax as a friend of mine just did and was told it had gone up 76%, seems a large increase ?Rgds Ozzy Read More
IKEA Belgrade - delivery to Bulgaria by Lisa PD
Hi - I ordered a two seater settee from IKEA in Sofia and was waiting for the three seater to come back into stock. It hasn't been in stock since November and when I called IKEA in Sofia they said that they don't know when or if it will be ...
Give up. Find another one elsewhere and cancel the order Read More
What is the preferred route if driving by car from UK by jeanmandredeix
As we have a dog we would prefer to drive rather than leave her in kennels but it doesn’t look like a straightforward drive.Any suggestions?
@joyburtonbewdleyHI I did it towing a 20ft twin axle trailer with a 2.5 ton digger on, all in was I think 3.1 tons as had buckets etc. on it, this was some years ago now, but roads have since improved and when I went it was fine, my Landrover disco ... Read More
What is the preferred route if driving by car from UK by jeanmandredeix
As we have a dog we would prefer to drive rather than leave her in kennels but it doesn’t look like a straightforward drive.Any suggestions?
Hi, my journeys have so far taken no more than 3 days. There are some roadside motels at services but these are mainly up to from Uk to Austria fewer after that so plan the route and make pre bookings of places to stay if that’s what you are ... Read More
What is the preferred route if driving by car from UK by jeanmandredeix
As we have a dog we would prefer to drive rather than leave her in kennels but it doesn’t look like a straightforward drive.Any suggestions?
Hi I did it with our dog from uk a few years ago now, simple really. Took ship to France then off to Belgium, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Romania, and into Bulgaria. Ensure you have a valid and up to date pet passport and ensure regular breaks for ... Read More
volunteering by GuestPoster107789
Dear Friends,since we are so many foreigners in Bulgaria, why don't we use each other's skills and knowledge?let's just try to give a hand and reduce labor and the cost of work except material is on the owner of course.I am guessing it's a good idea ...
A good idea indeed, maybe a listing could be compiled somehow of needs and services and locations. I often help my neighbours and another expat locally that I know whenever I can, only the other day I was asked if I could move a truck load of soil ... Read More
Property safety in Bulgaria by ppanico38
HiNew to the forum and investigating as much info as I can as we are considering buying a holiday house in Bulgaria with potential to retire to in time. If buying a property that we won’t be at permanently what advice for security or keeping ...
Oh I forgot my garlic plants but can’t blame that on anyone it’s the moles according to the neighbours lol Read More
Property safety in Bulgaria by ppanico38
HiNew to the forum and investigating as much info as I can as we are considering buying a holiday house in Bulgaria with potential to retire to in time. If buying a property that we won’t be at permanently what advice for security or keeping ...
So far since owning our shack we have had electricity stolen ( the chap was caught tho and police dealt with it after that) a satellite dish and external metal stair hand rail stolen including parts of our main entrance gate, oh and a long slabbed ... Read More
Brits in or near Shvistov by charlian99
Hi everybody,My name is Ian, a retired 74 year old Geordie from Newcastle. Moved to small village, Balgarsko Slivovo, with Bulgarian wife, Liliya and mother in August this year. House being renovated. Feeling a bit isolated tbh so would love to ...
@exports17hi no but someone I know had spinal surgery at a hospital in varna which seemed to go ok, apparently the hospital found the problem and operated and he’s now fine, whereas the NHS failed to properly diagnose a problem that basically ... Read More
Like minded English speaking Residents by Chris G-F
Hey, I am am Austrian/American moving to Varna with My family next month in December and wanted to make some connections with the English speaking community in Varna. I am 36 (M) with wife 35 and twin 6 year olds. My wife and I work in Digital ...
Hi Chris and family welcome firstly.We moved across with our family back in 2020 so good luck with it all. We are about 40 mins north of Varna if you want to pop across just pm me when you’re here. I sometimes go into Varna as have some ... Read More
Electrical estimate by anetwhelan
Getting 2 light fitting connected and to sockets put on as I am terrified of electricity but want to know how much it will cost. Could anyone have a rough estimate
@JimJ Its an appropriate measure no need for exact come on think before you write… Read More
Garage Build by Ozzy183a
Hi all, does anyone know if a mono roof garage that is built out of wood and old tiles will need planning consent as is of temporary type construction. I read somewhere that a temporary build doesn’t require anything but just wanted to make ...
Thanks Jim, I have looked at the link which seems to mention a category for temp constructed buildings but then can’t find anything re this category lol… clear as mud.Will speak to our local Mayor and ask, I remember reading something ... Read More
Garage Build
Hi all, does anyone know if a mono roof garage that is built out of wood and old tiles will need planning consent as is of temporary type construction. I read somewhere that a temporary build doesn’t require anything but just wanted to make ... Read More
Electrical estimate by anetwhelan
Getting 2 light fitting connected and to sockets put on as I am terrified of electricity but want to know how much it will cost. Could anyone have a rough estimate
hi is there existing lights and sockets in place, or does the job need all new cables run back to the board, if the latter what’s the distance from the various light and socket points back to the board.rgds ozzy Read More
New UK passprt by Kath948381
Has anyone from the UK renewed their passport here in Bulgaria if so how did they or you do it?
@Kath948381morning kath, yes i did it last year, merely filled forms online for being overseas, paid the money included a photo and bingo done. They sent it by courier to my address simple.Good luck, Ozzy Read More
Residency Card by Kath948381
My card runs out in February of next year when should I go to get it replaced and should I take all the paperwork I had to take last time?
Evening, yes take same docs as before with you, they may ask for updated versions too and i expect this will be the case. i suggest go and try to sort it in early jan or even late Dec.let me know how it goes rgds ozzy Read More
Water Quality by Ozzy183a
Hi all,If your squeamish stop reading now.This evening my son took a cold shower as usual at this time of year and came in asking what were these small creatures crawling on his arms, upon closer inspection they were leaches, albeit very young ...
Hi all, just as an update have now installed a filter before the tank and that has helped. I will try to add a link showing the colour of the water that came out of the filter after only a few days. If anyone whats to know the type of filter then pm ... Read More
Just like to talk by Lee Robert Kilshaw
Hi my, Name is Lee just like to talk live not far from Dobrich Varna area just not long ago my wife passed away, so there is only me no kids would you like to chat.
Hi Lee, Sorry to hear of your loss, were over near Balchik so expect not far happy to chat over a coffee if your over our way, sometimes go into Dobrich too, perhaps pm me if you want rgds ozzy Read More
writing up Wills by limseongs
Hi, how much does it cost to do a simple will and any lawyer recommendations or possible doing it DIY ?
@limseongshi will send it via a pm link hope it works but will do it later this evening or maybe tomorrow rgds ozzy Read More
writing up Wills by limseongs
Hi, how much does it cost to do a simple will and any lawyer recommendations or possible doing it DIY ?
@limseongshi i went to a local lawyer to us who said both a diy and one prepared by a lawyer are valid, she even printed out a standard template for a diy version. not sure on what they charge no doubt a few hundred lev but couldnt see the point in ... Read More
Medical Certificate - Driving License by Snowball6
Hi allI need to exchange my UK license for a Bulgarian one. I have not registered with a Dr so how do I go about getting a Fit To Drive Certificate?
@Snowball6hi, i was in same boat as you went to our local gps office and said want i wanted, he produced a form re the health questions for the licence, he ticked various things, signed it stamped it and paid 20 lev and that was it job done, took ... Read More
Traffic violation ticket payment by Jules999
We were in town the other day, and turned right at a junction after checking the road was clear. We were then flagged down by the local police and had to produce all documents etc. My hubby received a traffic violation ticket, for not stopping at ...
@Jules999hi you can pop to a post office or local police station all you need is the police ticket.rgds ozzy Read More
Anyone lives around our new prospective area shumen by Anniewenden
Hi Everyone,My name is Annie and my partner is David. We are living in the Kardzhali region of BG and looking to move closer to the coast in the next few years. I am hoping there will be more English speakers nearer the coast as where we live now it ...
Hi Annie,Were about 40 mins north of varna along the coast on edge of a town, a fair no of expats live around and often you hear brits talking in the nearby lidl. happy to catch up if your over this way, the kettles always ready for a brew.take ... Read More
no water in the village by megs44
hi we have had no water in our village for nearly 5 days , does anyone know anything thanks
@megs44OH sorry, seems a complete nightmare, i would speak to the police for what its worth and whack up covert wifi fed cameras that are not easily seen rather than cameras that are powered by solar rather than mains or pure battery.Not sure if you ... Read More
no water in the village by megs44
hi we have had no water in our village for nearly 5 days , does anyone know anything thanks
@megs44Hi Sorry to hear you are experiencing problems, have you spoken to the local Mayor who may be able to do something re both issues… just a thought.Rgds, Ozzy Read More
Water Quality by Ozzy183a
Hi all,If your squeamish stop reading now.This evening my son took a cold shower as usual at this time of year and came in asking what were these small creatures crawling on his arms, upon closer inspection they were leaches, albeit very young ...
@janemulberryHi Jane, We will be installing a filtration unit and will be speaking to our local water engineer re this on Sunday.i will let all know what one we install in the end in case you too decide on doing the same. Im content as i said ... Read More
Water Quality by Ozzy183a
Hi all,If your squeamish stop reading now.This evening my son took a cold shower as usual at this time of year and came in asking what were these small creatures crawling on his arms, upon closer inspection they were leaches, albeit very young ...
@JimJLol i have to agree in part with your sentiment. However water is key to me and my life, i am told the water Cos get paid plently to manage the water correctly and so they should, i personnally do not want to get ill from water supplied to my ... Read More
Water Quality by Ozzy183a
Hi all,If your squeamish stop reading now.This evening my son took a cold shower as usual at this time of year and came in asking what were these small creatures crawling on his arms, upon closer inspection they were leaches, albeit very young ...
@gwynjMorning,Our supply is from the mains and i gather our lane which is on edge of our town is a spur off of the main town feed that travels down towards the town from the valley, someone i know in the industry states its is not treated which is ... Read More
Water Quality by Ozzy183a
Hi all,If your squeamish stop reading now.This evening my son took a cold shower as usual at this time of year and came in asking what were these small creatures crawling on his arms, upon closer inspection they were leaches, albeit very young ...
@JimJMorning Jim,Thanks for that info. For now i have written to the EU Commissions water office to see what legislation is in place to protect us all from receiving dirty water. They have 3 days apparently to respond to my questions so expect to ... Read More
Water Quality
Hi all,If your squeamish stop reading now.This evening my son took a cold shower as usual at this time of year and came in asking what were these small creatures crawling on his arms, upon closer inspection they were leaches, albeit very young ... Read More
Re car registration by Bojidara Iordanova
Hi if i buy a used car ib bulgaria from a dealer with english registration plates will i be exempt from vat and import duty when registering it at kat cheers
@Bojidara IordanovaNo i dont think you would be all duties will apply as usual.rgds ozzy Read More
Advice on water reconnection by cs75
Hi all, I'm needing my water reconnected as there is no meter at present. I'm getting nowhere with the estate agent who have supplied me the name of the company they think I need... vik-pleven.com.I've contacted them but to no avail .Any ideas ??
@CarlS1986Lol years ago when our water went off before our pump sent up, our neighbour said fill your 10 litre bottles from the spring up the road which essentially was some kind of water main overflow, he worked for the water co so thought ok. We ... Read More
Advice on water reconnection by cs75
Hi all, I'm needing my water reconnected as there is no meter at present. I'm getting nowhere with the estate agent who have supplied me the name of the company they think I need... vik-pleven.com.I've contacted them but to no avail .Any ideas ??
@CarlS1986Another thing to consider is how is the water treated/purified when it comes from the ground, do not assume its drinkable. Ph, nitrates, bacteria etc etc. can be present which all need treating before using it in domestic situations. I ... Read More
Advice on water reconnection by cs75
Hi all, I'm needing my water reconnected as there is no meter at present. I'm getting nowhere with the estate agent who have supplied me the name of the company they think I need... vik-pleven.com.I've contacted them but to no avail .Any ideas ??
@CarlS1986Hi,Be careful with large water storage systems as if you do not get the water turnover in the vessel then legionella will build up which is extremely dangerous for health and can kill. Get only a tank size which you know you can turnover ... Read More
Advice on water reconnection by cs75
Hi all, I'm needing my water reconnected as there is no meter at present. I'm getting nowhere with the estate agent who have supplied me the name of the company they think I need... vik-pleven.com.I've contacted them but to no avail .Any ideas ??
Hi all, it’s quite common for the water supply to go off unexpected ours is notorious for doing this. We get around it as installed a 1000 litre tank and pump set up which often fills at night when pressure often returns as less demand on the ... Read More
Building work by darrenbowden68
Looking to come to the Varna Region next year. my question to everyone is would there be a need for a English Building company. for House renovations General Rapairs and landscaping. 20 years experience in General Building and groundwork.. wanting ...
@darrenbowden68Evening, i like the 300zx that will be nice when done. My scimitar is from 1980 and they had the ford engines in them. No cant do body work there is a chap near me that does such work i think a friend of our neighbour but no where ... Read More
Building work by darrenbowden68
Looking to come to the Varna Region next year. my question to everyone is would there be a need for a English Building company. for House renovations General Rapairs and landscaping. 20 years experience in General Building and groundwork.. wanting ...
Hi no not leaving but may pop back to blighty some time next yr. The scimitar is a v6 for cologne with twin weber set up,manual gearbox with overdrive. Base for the kit car was a skoda estelle but engine was rebuilt and tweaked with twin weber set ... Read More
Scaffolding vailable in Bulgaria? by cs75
Hi , are tube and board type scaffolding available in Bulgaria or is it mostly ally towers etc ?Ive seen some fb marketplace adverts for steel tube priced per foot but can't see any boards or fittings for this type of scaffold ?
Hi, not sure but if you get someone to scaffold like a friend did on there place which was a 200 sqm 3 storey house this cost about 1800 lev for the time it took to fix and render insulation panels to outside the house, they were from dobrich from ... Read More
Building work by darrenbowden68
Looking to come to the Varna Region next year. my question to everyone is would there be a need for a English Building company. for House renovations General Rapairs and landscaping. 20 years experience in General Building and groundwork.. wanting ...
@darrenbowden68hi, should be here still by then, i will ask around and let you know if anything comes up.Got 3 over here and one still in uk, a 1967 mgb roadster that i drove over back in 2008 which is extremely tatty bit like columbos car if you ... Read More
Building work by darrenbowden68
Looking to come to the Varna Region next year. my question to everyone is would there be a need for a English Building company. for House renovations General Rapairs and landscaping. 20 years experience in General Building and groundwork.. wanting ...
@darrenbowden68Hi were on edge of balchik and have had the shack for 22 yrs now so we know the area quite well, the beach is a mere 5 mins away, varna airport is about 45 mins away as is varna which is south from where we are.Nice to know someone ... Read More
Building work by darrenbowden68
Looking to come to the Varna Region next year. my question to everyone is would there be a need for a English Building company. for House renovations General Rapairs and landscaping. 20 years experience in General Building and groundwork.. wanting ...
@darrenbowden68Hi i forgot to say some of the hilly areas around varna may be in a red zone i.e. unstable land likely to have land slips… i understand one area is so bad the water co turned off the water to a whole area on grounds leaks could ... Read More
Building work by darrenbowden68
Looking to come to the Varna Region next year. my question to everyone is would there be a need for a English Building company. for House renovations General Rapairs and landscaping. 20 years experience in General Building and groundwork.. wanting ...
@darrenbowden68Hi and welcome,Certainly there would be work for a good builder and mechanic, just ensure to price as a Bulgarian otherwise locals would not use you, i had a carpenter friend who helped me re roof our shack and he found that locals ... Read More
Kit cars registration to drive on road by Yuri1976
Hello,This might sound odd, but I would like some info about kit cars.I plan on building one and want to know if anyone has any experience and if you can get plates to drive them legally on the road.For references, Kit cars are usually built on ...
@frazer2022 Nice try ebay in uk as used to be able to get projects part built like that cheaply.Rgds Ozzy Read More
Kit cars registration to drive on road by Yuri1976
Hello,This might sound odd, but I would like some info about kit cars.I plan on building one and want to know if anyone has any experience and if you can get plates to drive them legally on the road.For references, Kit cars are usually built on ...
@frazer2022What you planning to build im 80% there building a porsche 550 spyder from the 1950s.rgds ozzy Read More
Kit cars registration to drive on road by Yuri1976
Hello,This might sound odd, but I would like some info about kit cars.I plan on building one and want to know if anyone has any experience and if you can get plates to drive them legally on the road.For references, Kit cars are usually built on ...
@Yuri1976Hi i too am looking at how to deal with this as imported a part finished car before brexit and from what i gather from speaking to local police when car is ready for an mot take it to the kat office for normal registration process. i am not ... Read More
Young people hanging around my village home in the evening by Kath948381
It started this week when a young man asked for some roses I think to give to his school teacher. I said yes and he took some then came back with more school children who I allowed to take roses. That was this Monday, then he came back Tuesday night ...
@Kath948381Sorry to hear of your problems with kids had something similar happens to us but in the Uk. If you go down the camera route make sure they are solar powered as had a friend here that had hard wired ones and the bandits merely turned his ... Read More
Tick bite urgent advice needed by ruby_hosh
Hello everyone,Last night my youngest got a tick stuck in her armpit, which was quite a scare for us. A villager helped us remove it by dabbing the tick with cotton soaked in alcohol. She still has a small red lump in her armpit now. We've kept the ...
@ruby_hoshhi ruby,As a rule for everyone out there never go in long grass or under any leaf canopy from spring to late autumn and if warm winter too as you run the risk out here to ticks which the Bulgarians call curlish.Ruby your child will need ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
@Kath948381Kath, We too had no water for a few days during the day time only according to a neighbour but we didnt know as the reserve tank we installed covers us for these periods, our 1000 litre tank lasts up to a week if were careful. Perhaps ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
Josie,I understand there are flights over winter but there are less than summer, can be expensive and get booked up so plan ahead. In the past you had to change as recall changing once in Vienna onto a propeller plane but i think thats done with ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
Hi Josie, Welcome to the forum, both areas your interested in are ok, i know people that live in both areas and all say there nice but obviously it will have some areas like all places that are less desirable. We are not far from both and are ... Read More
Electric scooters/bikes with seats by Ozzy183a
Hi all,A local friend has just bought a 2kw electric bike that has two seats. He and his wife were just stopped by the local police who said the bike needs to be registered and insured but after some wrangling the officer let them go but said he ...
@mutleyToo right, the police have been waiting for him down his road in order to catch him using it without the correct papers, i will update you when they speak to Kat office. Read More
Burglary rate in Bulgaria by GuestPoster3658
Reading this forum you'd think Bulgaria is plagued with domestic property burglaries.But according to these statistics Bulgaria has a burglary rate over 6x less than the UK and over 3x less than Ireland.I have never been burgled living in the UK or ...
@Terry EvansTo true re uk sliding downwards in all areas its very concerning, the current government are incapable of governing,crime, a failing Nhs, covid cover ups etc… Poverty alone in the uk is huge, a friend works in local government ... Read More
Electric scooters/bikes with seats by Ozzy183a
Hi all,A local friend has just bought a 2kw electric bike that has two seats. He and his wife were just stopped by the local police who said the bike needs to be registered and insured but after some wrangling the officer let them go but said he ...
Hi thanks for this info, sadly this refers to scooters whereas i think as this has two seats and no means of secondary propulsion will be classed as an electric motorbike and not a bike either which i suspect will need the correct documents. i agree ... Read More
Electric scooters/bikes with seats
Hi all,A local friend has just bought a 2kw electric bike that has two seats. He and his wife were just stopped by the local police who said the bike needs to be registered and insured but after some wrangling the officer let them go but said he ... Read More
Car insurance by Ozzy183a
Hi all, Am in the process of renewing my car insurance and have been told by a local broker that there is only one insurer that will insure cars that are registered in Bulgaria but are down as being owned by a Uk national.Has anyone else had any ...
Hi, thanks for the info, i got quoted 277 lev which if i was a Bulgarian national would have dropped to 167 lev quite a difference. But as you say still cheaper than the Uk.Rgds, Ozzy Read More
Car insurance
Hi all, Am in the process of renewing my car insurance and have been told by a local broker that there is only one insurer that will insure cars that are registered in Bulgaria but are down as being owned by a Uk national.Has anyone else had any ... Read More
Evergreen hedges by Ozzy183a
Hi all, just wondered if anyone knows of an evergreen hedge plant that does well in BG one that’s not a laurel, privet, or conifer and perhaps produces a berry that one can eat, I had heard of an evergreen blueberry but can’t seem to ...
Hi all,Having looked into it more ive settled for either a huckleberry and or a russian olive also known as an oleaster. Now will hunt for where sells them lol.Both are evergreens, the latter is i am told quick growing and has scented flowers and ... Read More
Growing garlic by Kath948381
This morning I bought a large clove of garlic from one of the village shops so I know that I'll have to split it but how deep do I plant it?
@JimJNot seen any yet but would have come across them by now as have been clearing the garden for past few years and digging it over by hand no sign of grubs they prefer lawns and grasses so reckon its voles or something like that the neighbours ... Read More
Growing garlic by Kath948381
This morning I bought a large clove of garlic from one of the village shops so I know that I'll have to split it but how deep do I plant it?
@janemulberryJane, Must have been an army of voles lol, they took most of my planted area some 30 plants were gone. Luckily a stray cat has moved into an outhouse so hopefully we wont have the same problem this year.Rgds, Ozzy Read More
Growing garlic by Kath948381
This morning I bought a large clove of garlic from one of the village shops so I know that I'll have to split it but how deep do I plant it?
@Kath948381Kath, You need to winterise garlic which needs a cold snap to segment but not essential, it may if planted now grow as a whole bulb. Put them in well drained soil about a good couple of inches in. Watch out for moles out here as last year ... Read More
Evergreen hedges
Hi all, just wondered if anyone knows of an evergreen hedge plant that does well in BG one that’s not a laurel, privet, or conifer and perhaps produces a berry that one can eat, I had heard of an evergreen blueberry but can’t seem to ... Read More
Well and water advice by CarlS1986
Good morning everyone,I will be heading over in about two weeks to my property, one thing I am aware off is that there is no electric installed (no wiring, just an old fuse board) there is 1 tap in the property located in the "kitchen" I am dubious ...
Hi all,try filtering water through a terracotta pot no hole in base it will just percolate out but paint insides of pot with collodial silver first that should do it even for rain .hope that helps ozzy Read More
Dog Tax in Bulgaria by Adriana Petrova
Hi all, just to check how many of you are paying the annual dog tax :)
Hi yes we do its 10 lv per yr paid at our local council office rgds ozzy Read More
driving or flying pet by Suzi Masterson
i need to bring my 6 dogs and 3 cats when we move. its looking to get a bit complicated with the 5 pet max rule (they forget idiots like me with more animals than sense are about :) )to fly i can make it work as my father said hed come taking ...
When i drove with our grumpy german shepherd cross husky the border guards took one look at the boot and thought twice about opening it they never went near her lolrgds ozzy Read More
Wanted summer house/villa/garden apartment to rent this summer 2024 by AnnaGeoffski
We were looking to come to Bulgaria in our motorhome, but have been struggling to find a suitable site. So as an alternative we have decided to look at the possibility of renting a house/villa/garden apartment for the summer. I can provide ...
@AnnaGeoffskiHi our neighbours place could suit were in balchik would that help, if so will ask them for more details for you rgds ozzy Read More
POST OFFICE BOX by TonyFF
Hi again expats, I have a question. Does anyone of you have a PO Box in Bulgaria?And if so what is your experience with it? ( cost, reliability etc.)
Hi, yes but many use Ekont and speedy in bulgaria rgds ozzy Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 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 ...
Hi victor welcome aboard, good luck with your new adventure.Rgds,Ozzy Read More
Solar Panels in 2024 by GuestPoster1101101
I'm looking into installing some Solar Panels, but before I start talking to companies, I want to draw up a requirements spec.And that's where I begin to struggle, as I don't really know what I need or how to size it, just a vague idea of what I ...
hi, yes could you pm me the suppliers as also thinking of doing the same.How did you deal with letting the electric co. know which i gather you have to but am unsure re this aspect.Thanks Ozzy Read More
POST OFFICE BOX by TonyFF
Hi again expats, I have a question. Does anyone of you have a PO Box in Bulgaria?And if so what is your experience with it? ( cost, reliability etc.)
Hi we just cancelled ours as got little post couldnt see the point but used to cost us 60 lev or around that mark. Concerning reliability we had some post that never turned up despite them confirming it had been held in sofia but despite chasing it ... Read More
More Bulgarian Neighborliness by gwynj
I didn't see a good topic to add this... apart from maybe as pro-comments in the Never go to Bulgaria thread. And they were so nice, I figured they deserved their own topic. :-)The past weekend, I popped up to our village house, just to drop off the ...
@gwynjGlad you have good neighbours, ours are similar i recall nearly 20 yrs ago now after a bad winter when we were over on a holiday from the uk i noticed a few tiles had slipped, i asked our neighbour if they knew any one local if they could do ... Read More
electric meter. attaching a plug outside by Suzi Masterson
my house needs re wiring because we dont know if its safe. until we do we have a meter box in the garden for our house only.is it legal in BG to put a plug onto the meter (like it is here in the uk) to enable me to run a power cable to the house to ...
@Suzi MastersonSuzi,Not sure what your planning on doing but doing anything at the meter box itself would be a no no unless your the utility company. Better to wire in a separate installation via a new fuse box with suitable fuses and cables just ... Read More