janemulberry
Australian looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 23 January 2021
A rather handsome visitor by JimJ
On our lower terrace this afternoon....
Wow! Gorgeous! Hubby has rescued several lizards and a small snake from the cats this visit. We have plenty of dry stone walls and safe hiding places for them, thankfully. Read More
DN visa in Bulgaria by Mike J1234
Hey,I want to apply for the DN visa in January. I'm trying to figure out - as a freelancer I don't always have contract with those I work with (most of my income is with a company which we have no contract), is it ok to not show contract? My ...
The current required earnings amount for a digital nomad D visa is 27,550 euro earned in 2025. For applicants next year, it is likely to be over 31,000 euro earned in 2026. It's based on a multiplier of the minimum wage for the previous year, earned ... Read More
DN visa in Bulgaria by Mike J1234
Hey,I want to apply for the DN visa in January. I'm trying to figure out - as a freelancer I don't always have contract with those I work with (most of my income is with a company which we have no contract), is it ok to not show contract? My ...
Mike, the requirements for the digital nomad visa should be on the embassy or consulate website in Israel, but if not, here's the list on the UK Embassy website. For a freelancer with multiple income sources all earned online,t he digital nomad type ... Read More
Having Electric meter moved by Jules999
HiHas anybody ever had their electric meter moved from within their garden area to a post outside their house? And if so what was the cost incurred please? It's really inconvenient having it within the property / garden area, not only if you own ...
A decent-sized UPS is a good investment - and another to stop your central heating system exploding when there's a real and prolonged power outage! š - @JimJ Makes me glad we don't have a central heating system! But agreed on a good UPS ... Read More
Having Electric meter moved by Jules999
HiHas anybody ever had their electric meter moved from within their garden area to a post outside their house? And if so what was the cost incurred please? It's really inconvenient having it within the property / garden area, not only if you own ...
Ours used to be inside the house, there was a gap on the fuse board where it used to be and I found the old meter in a cupboard! If I understood correctly what the electrician who rewired our house and also works for the electricity supplier, said, ... Read More
Having Electric meter moved by Jules999
HiHas anybody ever had their electric meter moved from within their garden area to a post outside their house? And if so what was the cost incurred please? It's really inconvenient having it within the property / garden area, not only if you own ...
Ours was already outside the property when we bought the house, so I don't know what it would cost to get done. I think all the houses in our village with active electric connections were probably done at once by the electricity supplier. At least, ... Read More
Selling a property via company by Jules999
Hi Does anybody know if you sell your property via company ownership as the director ( my husband ) can the funds received be deposited into any Bulgarian bank account nominated by him? Or will the notary insist that he has a business bank account ...
Hmm, I didn't actually mean to imply that you would be promoting anything dodgy. I'm sure the way you discuss structuring things will be perfectly legal. From time to time other people do suggest things here that may not be. As I said, tax ... Read More
Bad news...or is it? by JimJ
More BS from Novinite for your enjoyment...https://tinyurl.com/ytycbctm
@SimCityAT They copied verbatim this EU report: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/produ ā¦ 20260821-1It is a significant rise in percentage terms. But what they left out, as @JimJ says, is that Bulgaria is still one of the lowest cost ... Read More
Selling a property via company by Jules999
Hi Does anybody know if you sell your property via company ownership as the director ( my husband ) can the funds received be deposited into any Bulgarian bank account nominated by him? Or will the notary insist that he has a business bank account ...
@Daniel Malbasic The "legally covered" bit is the most important part for many of us, I think, especially as we aren't Bulgarian citizens and risking a criminal record is never a good thing. None of us would want to be involved with anything ... Read More
A Great Lady is gone by JimJ
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/aug/25/dolly-parton-country-singer-dead
I admit to shedding a tear when I read that last night. There's so much to admire in how she lived life on her own terms, took no BS from anyone, wasn't afraid to take the piss out of herself, and gave generously though her charity work without ... Read More
Recommendation for family lawyer in Varna by chrichri13
Iām looking for a highly experienced family lawyer based in Varna who has strong expertise in German family law. The court hearings in my case are currently taking place at BalchikI would really appreciate recommendations from anyone who has ...
I'm sorry I'm not aware of anyone, though there are quite a few German people in Varna so it's not impossible you might find someone.I hope the challenging situation you're dealing with can be resolved. Read More
Roma family gone! by Kath948381
The Roma family who lived across the lane from me appear to have moved. They were in the house last winter , but they had a huge TV disc thing installed even before they got an inside bathroom or running water, now the TV disc had gone as have ...
I'd been wondering how Kath was, too. But unfortunately I suspect she won't see this -- a couple of times she posted that she was fed up with notifications and we talked her through how to turn them off. Read More
Anyone here in Aheloy? by Laila Stancioff
Would love to meet
Laila, I hope you get responses! I think there are some forum members in that area, though it's all gone a bit quiet lately -- probably people are busy over summer.Most of us here are retirement age or close to it rather than younger families, but ... Read More
Looking for a bucolic existence in uneventful BG? Think again... by JimJ
https://tinyurl.com/4pva2e29https://tinyurl.com/3vetfr8j
LOL. Meanwhile, in our definitely bucolic village, the biggest questions are things like whose cow escaped and ate the municipal flowers? Will the vet ever open his village clinic? And will the village singing group win a place in the regional ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 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 Laila! I hope you find the winters there more tolerable, and that you get some replies to your other post! Read More
ET vs EOOD - did anyone here actually regret the choice? by Daniel Malbasic
I set companies up here for a living, so I know the theory. What I do not have is the lived side of it, and that is what I am after.On paper the ET is cheaper and faster and the EOOD gives you the liability separation. That is the textbook answer ...
If you were a bot, you'd be a very good one! Read More
ET vs EOOD - did anyone here actually regret the choice? by Daniel Malbasic
I set companies up here for a living, so I know the theory. What I do not have is the lived side of it, and that is what I am after.On paper the ET is cheaper and faster and the EOOD gives you the liability separation. That is the textbook answer ...
In other words, you don't want a discussion, you want SEO! At least you do seem to be a real person, not a bot. Or if you are a bot, you're quite a good one. I don't think a old-skool bot could have deliberately misquoted someone else's post to ... Read More
Looking for a bucolic existence in uneventful BG? Think again... by JimJ
https://tinyurl.com/4pva2e29https://tinyurl.com/3vetfr8j
LOL! I've lived long enough that nothing surprises me now! Read More
ET vs EOOD - did anyone here actually regret the choice? by Daniel Malbasic
I set companies up here for a living, so I know the theory. What I do not have is the lived side of it, and that is what I am after.On paper the ET is cheaper and faster and the EOOD gives you the liability separation. That is the textbook answer ...
Daniel, I don't see anything inconsistent in @JImJ's replies. You are misquoting him.I think you might be missing the point that most of us here who are not EU citizens HAD to open companies in order to purchase properties with land. Most of us have ... Read More
Looking for a bucolic existence in uneventful BG? Think again... by JimJ
https://tinyurl.com/4pva2e29https://tinyurl.com/3vetfr8j
Oops, yes, I did miss that! What a charming village it sounds, with such interesting connections...You seem to specialise in finding stories that make Midsomer look calm and peaceful! Read More
Looking for a bucolic existence in uneventful BG? Think again... by JimJ
https://tinyurl.com/4pva2e29https://tinyurl.com/3vetfr8j
I'm not sure Sofia is the place anyone looking for a bucolic existence would consider! Read More
Kite festival Asparuhovo Beach by Truetomyself
Good morning alltotaly random ask l would like to attend the kite festavalĀ on asbarokovo beach on 29th august just rather not do this alone anyone interested in goingĀ Ā maybe make new friends
I knew nothing about this but Google tells me: "The International Kite Festival at Asparuhovo Beach (Varna, Bulgaria) is an annual late-summer event held in mid-to-late August. It features giant display kites, acrobatic stunt kite performances, and ... Read More
Building a wall around house[B]OT by flowerlillymay
@H Williams So whats going to eat you in Bulgaria ?
Englishman on the menu tonight, huh? Read More
Building a wall around house[B]OT by flowerlillymay
@H Williams So whats going to eat you in Bulgaria ?
You might be surprised...š https://dnes.dir.bg/obshtestvo/pochina- ā¦ o?hl=en-GB - @JimJ Oh dear! But I don't think that's a risk in most villages! Read More
Building a wall around house[B]OT by flowerlillymay
@H Williams So whats going to eat you in Bulgaria ?
Well, I don't walk around or cower behind a fence for fear of being eaten, but bears and wolves are still around in some parts of Bulgaria. Wild pigs are a definite danger. More likely to cause problems are packs of semi-feral dogs, which if they ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Bulgaria can be exciting, but it doesnāt always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
Sofia is well out of my price range! Varna is very close to it now, too. Read More
Bulgarian company by Mic Yarden
Hello, any help with my questions will be appreciated.1. If I don't have any profit from my Bulgarian company, should I inform the NRA, and start paying socials as an unemployed? 2. My car is registered on the Bulgarian company, and I want to close ...
Hmm, so if I am in that transition period getting one year residency cards until I can apply for permanent residency, I still can't register the car in my name, it has to be owned by my company? I won't be going for TRO, my application this year ... Read More
Bulgarian company by Mic Yarden
Hello, any help with my questions will be appreciated.1. If I don't have any profit from my Bulgarian company, should I inform the NRA, and start paying socials as an unemployed? 2. My car is registered on the Bulgarian company, and I want to close ...
@Daniel Malbasic Useful information, but as this is a three year old post and I don't think Mick is currently active on the forum, he may not see it and hopefully already resolved the issue!Though non-EU citizens must have a company to buy property ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Bulgaria can be exciting, but it doesnāt always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
SimCityAT's figure must be an average including those receiveing private pensions too. Gov UK says: "The full rate of the new UK State Pension is Ā£241.30 a week (about Ā£12,548 a year)". Still far better off than the average Bulgarian ... Read More
Cost of owning a cat in Bulgaria by JimJ
Pet food is a bigger cost, more expensive in Bg.... - @janemulberry "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche! " š
Ha, we don't need to go looking for kittens, three local mother cats dumped their weaned kittens on us! No humans involved, though I know dumping unwanted cats and kittens in a different village to fend for themselves is a very real thing. Parrots! ... Read More
Cost of owning a cat in Bulgaria by JimJ
Pet food is a bigger cost, more expensive in Bg.... - @janemulberry "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche! " š
@Zooldrool If you go into the pet shops where they sell cats, dogs, rabbits etc you'll find yourself wondering who pays that kind of money - and why! - @JimJ Especially when kittens are so readily available. Go to any street dustbinĀ at the ... Read More
One Remedy for Rising Crime Levels in BG? by JimJ
https://tinyurl.com/353azty2
Yes, amateurish mistakes for sure. Especially as if he's just rung the local police as soon as he killed the thief, he may well have gotten away with it as self-defence. Read More
One Remedy for Rising Crime Levels in BG? by JimJ
https://tinyurl.com/353azty2
Possibly a slightly extreme approach, but certainly effective.Hiding the body was his mistake. Read More
Increasing Property Prices by mickg
I think the subject has veered off course lol
Every true ailurophile knows that cats are relevant to every topic under the sun.... š - @JimJLaughing, but true, too! Read More
Increasing Property Prices by mickg
I think the subject has veered off course lol
Maybe one of the mods can split the cat stuff off into a separate thread on cat care in Bg? It's a relevant part of the expat experience. Read More
Cost of owning a cat in Bulgaria by JimJ
Pet food is a bigger cost, more expensive in Bg.... - @janemulberry "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche! " š
Oh dear on cats with a taste for Royal Canin! When we adopted our four rescues from Cyprus, that was the only food the shelter used, so we had to keep going with it, at least while they were young. They've all been on regular supermarket cat food ... Read More
Cost of owning a cat in Bulgaria by JimJ
Pet food is a bigger cost, more expensive in Bg.... - @janemulberry "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche! " š
Amazing how quickly ex-feral cats who used to gobble up everything develop a more refined palate!We don't have a huge selection of the budget supermarkets nearby, so for wet food, our mob get whatever canned stuff is cheapest in T Market (they often ... Read More
Cost of owning a cat in Bulgaria by JimJ
Pet food is a bigger cost, more expensive in Bg.... - @janemulberry "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche! " š
Pet food is a bigger cost, more expensive in Bg.... - @janemulberry "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche! " š - @JimJ It could work out cheaper! Read More
Increasing Property Prices by JimJ
Members might be interested/amused to learn that the cost of a GARAGE in the "coloured parking zones" (Blue/Green) in Sofia is now over ā¬3,200/mĀ²! š¤
@janemulberry Make sure you buy an LPG car in BG.... š - @JimJ Yes, a couple of taxi drivers have told me this, as well. Unfortunately electric isn't the best option as we're a fair way from town, though I had wondered about the hybrid ... Read More
Increasing Property Prices by JimJ
Members might be interested/amused to learn that the cost of a GARAGE in the "coloured parking zones" (Blue/Green) in Sofia is now over ā¬3,200/mĀ²! š¤
I noticed fuel in our region (Dobrich) worked out much the same as the UK. The grocery bill is significantly more than it was a few years ago, but can be reduced by shopping around a bit, taking advantage of the special offers, and buying fruit and ... Read More
Any advice welcome on buying second hand car? by jeanmandredeix
Over the next few weeks we will be looking to purchase a second hand car. We will use a dealers as they help you with registration etc? I know the mileage is often clocked and we are just hoping to find a reliable runaround.Any tips on what to look ...
Great question! We want to buy a vehicle soon too and are wondering where to start. Read More
Is it a requirement to register with GP by jeanmandredeix
It has just occurred to me that now we have our residency is it necessary to register and pay into the health system? Happy to pay, that isnāt my issue, just donāt want to go for checks.We obviously have our private health cover and have ...
Jim, can I clarify? Are you saying that pensioner S1 holders normally resident in a different country remain entitled to UK NHS care?Okay, I did some online searching on this and it seems the answer is yes, provided the S1 has been registered with ... Read More
Increasing Property Prices by JimJ
Members might be interested/amused to learn that the cost of a GARAGE in the "coloured parking zones" (Blue/Green) in Sofia is now over ā¬3,200/mĀ²! š¤
Bulgaria definitely isn't as low-cost as it was and a UK pension won't stretch as far anymore. Still lower cost than the UK for many things, and some things will cost more. For us, the quality of life is better in so many ways in Bg. Though there ... Read More
Increasing Property Prices by JimJ
Members might be interested/amused to learn that the cost of a GARAGE in the "coloured parking zones" (Blue/Green) in Sofia is now over ā¬3,200/mĀ²! š¤
Did you end up buying one when you were previously looking? Good buy, if so! Read More
Selling a property via company by Jules999
Hi Does anybody know if you sell your property via company ownership as the director ( my husband ) can the funds received be deposited into any Bulgarian bank account nominated by him? Or will the notary insist that he has a business bank account ...
Not that I'm planning on selling our half-renovated house, but can renovation costs be counted against the tax? The price reselling it in original dire condition would be significantly lower than the price of selling it as a renovated house. Read More
Translator or helper in General Toshevo or Dobrich? by janemulberry
Can anyone recommend either an official translator or a bilingual helper willing to accompany me to a notary and sign the declaration that I understand what I'm signing? It's not anything finance or property related, just a couple of simple ...
The problem is resolved! Thank you to Danislava from Bulgaria Direct who saw my post and arranged someone to help me! Her after sales service has been excellent (now two years since I completed the house purchase), and is very appreciated! Read More
Translator or helper in General Toshevo or Dobrich?
Can anyone recommend either an official translator or a bilingual helper willing to accompany me to a notary and sign the declaration that I understand what I'm signing? It's not anything finance or property related, just a couple of simple ... Read More
Gardening maintenance service in BG by knobworx
Just had a thought..... (dangerous I know...) Would there be any call for a mobile gardening / maintenance service for expats or for locals for that matter?Mainly aimed at expats who need to make sure that their gardens are kept down when they ...
Prices have risen, quite a lot! 25 leva was what the guy who did some weed cutting a few times for me last year asked for.Last month I paid someone different to cut down the jungle of weeds alongside our house that had grown up since it was last ... Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
@SimCityAT My first electricity bill after the changeover was larger than I expected, though it was also my first winter month in the house and I used electric heating a lot, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect! When I checked, the electricity ... Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
@fluffy2560 Thanks, I will need to sleep on that one. It will be cheaper to fly with less hassle lol. I don't think my back or hips will survive lol. I can't get there till Christmas this year; we had a loss in the family, so that put us right ... Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
@janemulberry https://tinyurl.com/5ax98xvr - @JimJ Thank you! All our cat hair requirements in one place! Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
@JimJ I will have a look. Read More
Moving around in Bulgaria by stephen100gok
Been in Bulgaria for nearly 20 years and have been in 15 places to live and finally bought a house but renovating it proved to hard so I went on holiday and have not returned yet till I decide what to do and that has been 2 years now so I decided to ...
But he wouldn't have to take an AI girlfriend out to dinner and tell her she's beautiful. What a bit of poor grammar compared to all the advantages? š¤£ Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
I definitely need one that says "Minimum 50% cat hair content".Sadly I can't feel that Temu is so cheap anymore, with the 3 euro tax fee per type of item! It's quite put a dent in my enthusiasm for Temu Bg shopping. Things are often much cheaper in ... Read More
Moving around in Bulgaria by stephen100gok
Been in Bulgaria for nearly 20 years and have been in 15 places to live and finally bought a house but renovating it proved to hard so I went on holiday and have not returned yet till I decide what to do and that has been 2 years now so I decided to ...
@janemulberry well you do not put all your cards on the table to start with but I am telepathic, can reverse cancer and have just created an AI to stop smoking - @stephen100gok Wow, with that skillset, what are you doing wasting time with us mere ... Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
@JimJ Only 20% cat hair? Your cat isn't trying hard enough. I'm sure all my garments are now at least 50% Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
@janemulberry You could always drive over with the furries (and their pet passports) - it's not an enormously long trip and undoubtedly cheaper than using a Pet Transport company.. - @JimJ That was the original plan, especially as we have five to ... Read More
Moving around in Bulgaria by stephen100gok
Been in Bulgaria for nearly 20 years and have been in 15 places to live and finally bought a house but renovating it proved to hard so I went on holiday and have not returned yet till I decide what to do and that has been 2 years now so I decided to ...
Unfortunately, I don't think you'll find the girlfriend you hope for here! Most of the women here are married and mature, already settled in Bulgaria or own a house and are preparing to be settled. Especially those expats who speak decent Bulgarian ... Read More
Navigating friendships as an expat in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Bulgaria reshapes many aspects of life, and friendships are often one of the biggest changes. Whether you're maintaining lifelong bonds back home, building new local relationships, or forming connections with fellow ...
Unfortunately Brits do seem to have a habit of dropping in on other expats. We aren't antisocial, but I'm not really one for small talk. Plus we are already very busy, usually have our days planned, and it can be frustrating when people just turn up ... Read More
UK/NZ to new life in Bulgarian. by Bizet Cottage
Hi everyone! šMy husband and I are originally from the UK and New Zealand, and weāre currently living in New Zealand until my husband retires.Weāve recently purchased a home in the Pavlikeni Municipality, and we canāt wait ...
It sounds as if you have a wonderful plan and I hope it all works out!Moving our cats here is likely to cost us more than buying the house did!What to move? Things that are personal and not easily replaced, or likely to be way more expensive in Bg ... Read More
How do you manage if your car breaks down by jeanmandredeix
Just a general query here out if interested.Our van recently wouldnāt start, charged battery, still no joy. Hubby decided it most likely was the starter motor. This is a Sunday. So, we only have the van and we had taken out breakdown cover ...
I hope you can get it fixed without any problems! Glad he drove you home. We'll be in much the same situation when we get a vehicle here, no garage in the village any more and no taxi service. @JimJ's suggestion sounds good. Read More
Company query by jeanmandredeix
We are here on Visa D retirement from UK and I have noticed that our electricity and water bills are in the dormant company name.Is this correct? Or should it be in my name?
It's all very Bulgarian! Read More
John from Rositsa by janemulberry
Hi, I'm in England at the moment, and my husband just had a visit from a Englishman from Rositsa called John, married to a Bulgarian, who says he knows me from the forum. Apparently I speak more to his Bulgarian wife.I'm really sorry but I'm not ...
Nah. We don't want to scare the neighbours tooooooo much with our strange British ways! The sight of anything we could flaunt would probably be enough to put the chickens off the lay. Read More
John from Rositsa by janemulberry
Hi, I'm in England at the moment, and my husband just had a visit from a Englishman from Rositsa called John, married to a Bulgarian, who says he knows me from the forum. Apparently I speak more to his Bulgarian wife.I'm really sorry but I'm not ...
LOL! No, thankfully hubby remained fully clothed and no communal showering was involved.But I'm sure we've all had that annoying thing where we're in the bathroom half-undressed ready to shower when someone knocks on the front door and we need to ... Read More
John from Rositsa by janemulberry
Hi, I'm in England at the moment, and my husband just had a visit from a Englishman from Rositsa called John, married to a Bulgarian, who says he knows me from the forum. Apparently I speak more to his Bulgarian wife.I'm really sorry but I'm not ...
Unfortunately I don't think I qualify for that badge! Hubby said he seemed a nice enough chap, and our neighbour doesn't know him but vouched for his Bulgarian wife, who I believe was sitting in their van.I'm just frustrated that I don't know who it ... Read More
John from Rositsa
Hi, I'm in England at the moment, and my husband just had a visit from a Englishman from Rositsa called John, married to a Bulgarian, who says he knows me from the forum. Apparently I speak more to his Bulgarian wife.I'm really sorry but I'm not ... Read More
Company query by jeanmandredeix
We are here on Visa D retirement from UK and I have noticed that our electricity and water bills are in the dormant company name.Is this correct? Or should it be in my name?
How frustrating! Yes, it certainly is an experience!You could alternatively set it up in epay. Once it's all set up, it's very easy and they email immediately a bill is due. I haven't had any issues with it in over three years.I prefer knowing ... Read More
Company query by jeanmandredeix
We are here on Visa D retirement from UK and I have noticed that our electricity and water bills are in the dormant company name.Is this correct? Or should it be in my name?
Goodness, that is complicated! And I thought our VIK was antiquated! Getting it changed over from the previous owner's name was a challenge requiring two visits to the VIK office in Toshevo and every bit of paperwork I possessed. But she gave me the ... Read More
Company query by jeanmandredeix
We are here on Visa D retirement from UK and I have noticed that our electricity and water bills are in the dormant company name.Is this correct? Or should it be in my name?
That was pretty much my view, too. We have enough other hassles to deal with. Mostly four-legged -- we currently have ELEVEN kittens making their unauthorised homes in our house and garden!If the bills seem excessive or I have clear evidence ... Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
I'm glad you're home! I was wondering earlier whether you'd managed the jailbreak, and if so, how you managed the 77 steps. Well done! Prayers for your continued complete and far lower pain recovery! Read More
Company query by jeanmandredeix
We are here on Visa D retirement from UK and I have noticed that our electricity and water bills are in the dormant company name.Is this correct? Or should it be in my name?
Mine both are too. I think that's because legally, the company owns the property. Presumably with the notarised document we need for the D visa/residency stating that the company gives us permission to live in the property we could get that ... Read More
D Visa Guidance by gwynj
[b]INTRODUCTION[/b] I have posted much of this information in reply to several forum posts, but I think it might be helpful to have it one place. Following Brexit (and the end of the Transition period i.e. from 1/1/21), British citizens now need ...
Oh dear! I am sorry. Praying for your recovery, and for the health care you are getting to be a bit -- or a LOT! -- better. Read More
D Visa Guidance by gwynj
[b]INTRODUCTION[/b] I have posted much of this information in reply to several forum posts, but I think it might be helpful to have it one place. Following Brexit (and the end of the Transition period i.e. from 1/1/21), British citizens now need ...
@JimJ Yes, I know all about the ways to fail to qualify to get the D visa! How are you? Read More
D Visa Guidance by gwynj
[b]INTRODUCTION[/b] I have posted much of this information in reply to several forum posts, but I think it might be helpful to have it one place. Following Brexit (and the end of the Transition period i.e. from 1/1/21), British citizens now need ...
@sammibenfell18 Yes, it's much more complicated after Brexit! Also the law on Foreigners in Bulgaria was updated in June last year changing some of the rules, so even how someone else tells you they got residency post Brexit but a couple of years ... Read More
D Visa Guidance by gwynj
[b]INTRODUCTION[/b] I have posted much of this information in reply to several forum posts, but I think it might be helpful to have it one place. Following Brexit (and the end of the Transition period i.e. from 1/1/21), British citizens now need ...
@sammibenfell18I'm not sure who Charlotte is or why you directed your comment to her, but this is an old thread and they may not be active on the forum now. As @JImJ says, your husband probably will find that renting out that property will make ... Read More
Question re translated documents for D visa by janemulberry
I'm trying to get my D visa paperwork sorted out as quickly as possible, but have a problem with delays getting my apostilled documents back. I know I need to submit apostilled documents, but the question is, does the translation need to be done on ...
Thanks Alan! I'd intended to try to do it myself, but as time passes and the 6 months for the ACRO validity gets shorter and shorter with waits for apostilles and translation, I think I may go with using an immigration lawyer. If I mess up and have ... Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
Well done! Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
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Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
Nice try! Read More
Current vs old pension letter-D visa/residence permit renewal by Sleep Near
Hello, I am looking for some information re: renewing the D visa and using the original apostilled pension letter. Do you need a new letter every time you renew the D visa/ residence permit?
Ouch! From what I hear, experiences at migration offices do vary widely and what one office (or one official) will accept, another don't. Were they able to resolve the issue? Read More
Current vs old pension letter-D visa/residence permit renewal by Sleep Near
Hello, I am looking for some information re: renewing the D visa and using the original apostilled pension letter. Do you need a new letter every time you renew the D visa/ residence permit?
Unless there's some issue like you didn't apply for residency while the D visa was current, or didn't stay enough days in Bg to meet the residency rules, my understanding is that you don't need to go through then entire D visa process again.Applying ... Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
@JimJ Then they'll be sorry! If you don't still have an IV in, can you ask for more water? I'm sure we'd all rather you don't die from dehydration, or get a nasty kidney infection because of it.It's unfortunate the the basic nursing care is so crap ... Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
I'm glad you got what you needed to make doing the business possible. That was what I as thinking should have already been in place for someone having a TKR. Hopefully what need to be done will be possible without too much pain! Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
Ouch! That's seriously inadequate! I hope the conversation with the physio got a better result. In the UK, of course, the physio would tell you that you needed an occupational therapist for that! Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
Glad you survived it and hope you're getting adequate analgesia today! That's exactly how my brother, who started with knee pain and injuries as a kid, described his knee replacements -- having both legs sawed off then sewn back on again. It took ... Read More
Question re translated documents for D visa by janemulberry
I'm trying to get my D visa paperwork sorted out as quickly as possible, but have a problem with delays getting my apostilled documents back. I know I need to submit apostilled documents, but the question is, does the translation need to be done on ...
Praying all goes well and that you have a highly skilled butcher! Read More
Question re translated documents for D visa by janemulberry
I'm trying to get my D visa paperwork sorted out as quickly as possible, but have a problem with delays getting my apostilled documents back. I know I need to submit apostilled documents, but the question is, does the translation need to be done on ...
Thank you! That's what I thought, but I wanted to check because t would save money and speed up the process if I could get the documents translated while I'm in Bg. But if the apostille needs to be translated too, I'll have to wait and pay more to ... Read More
Question re translated documents for D visa
I'm trying to get my D visa paperwork sorted out as quickly as possible, but have a problem with delays getting my apostilled documents back. I know I need to submit apostilled documents, but the question is, does the translation need to be done on ... Read More
Looking for English-Speaking Accountant / Company Services in Varna by AMK888
Hi everyone,I'm hoping someone can recommend a reliable English-speaking accountant or company services firm in the Varna area.My family purchased properties in Bulgaria many years ago through Bulgarian companies, which was the usual arrangement at ...
I hope some of the Varna based members can make a recommendation! Read More
BGP.bg no longer trading? by AMK888
Hi everyone,I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction.Back in 2007, my family purchased a few small rural properties near Valchi Dol. As was common at the time, we were advised to set up Bulgarian companies to own the land. The ...
@AMK888 I think you would be wise to listen to @JimJ! He's lived in Bulgaria for many years and knows how things work! If at times he takes a more pessimistic view of situations, unfortunately that is often justified. Unless you have seen proof that ... Read More
Medical treatment in BG by JimJ
Stand by for more reporting on hospital treatment here in BG fairly soon...I'm going in for a TKR (Total Knee Replacement) on Tuesday and should be out of hospital in about 6 days, following a bit of rehab. First challenge will be getting up those ...
I hope all goes well and you make a fast and full recovery. Read More
Off topic - whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
As with a lot of Forums, there are dedicated posts in which members can talk about anything. They generally are for just chit-chat and as the Bulgaria Forum has a high volume of participants it's about time it had its own. You still have to abide by ...
I think Bulgaria is more different to the UK than many other EU countries might be, especially our in the very rural villages like our place is. Cities tend to share more similarities no matter where one is in the world.But yes, there are ... Read More
Carbon monoxide detector and fireproof boards by mickg
Hello, can anyone direct me to a company /companies or websites (in Bulgaria preferably) that sells carbon monoxide detectors and fireproof boarding (the type you can just put up and paint with heat resistant paint).I have a wood burner and want to ...
I'm a wuss when it comes to cold. Anything under 14C indoors makes me miserable, and 18 is preferred. Though that does feel warm when I come in after cutting firewood in winter! Read More
Does anyone know where I can learn Bulgarian? by JuilaOui
And join a class but I am not interested in online classes. I live in Sofia.Thanks.Julia
Very true! A perfect fit! Read More
Off topic - whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
As with a lot of Forums, there are dedicated posts in which members can talk about anything. They generally are for just chit-chat and as the Bulgaria Forum has a high volume of participants it's about time it had its own. You still have to abide by ...
@JimJ -- That depends how one defines odd, and how odd one is personally! My own oddness finds Bg, despite all it's quirks and challenges, a better fit than the UK. Read More
Off topic - whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
As with a lot of Forums, there are dedicated posts in which members can talk about anything. They generally are for just chit-chat and as the Bulgaria Forum has a high volume of participants it's about time it had its own. You still have to abide by ...
I know the feeling! Read More
Does my rental contract have to be notarized by JuilaOui
In order to get the Residence Permit (Certificate) in Sofia, Bulgaria ? I am an EU citizen but my landlord lives overseas.Thanks for your feedback.Julia
My understanding from other posts on the forum about residency paperwork is that immigration lawyers may be able to assist with an address to use for registration. There will be a fee, of course, but it may be less hassle than trying to get the ... Read More
Carbon monoxide detector and fireproof boards by mickg
Hello, can anyone direct me to a company /companies or websites (in Bulgaria preferably) that sells carbon monoxide detectors and fireproof boarding (the type you can just put up and paint with heat resistant paint).I have a wood burner and want to ...
Back-up in case of a power cut is the main reason we have ours, including a cooking stove which it does appear for much of the year will be an expensive pot stand. We also use electric heaters.But yes, the petchkas can easily overheat the place, ... Read More
Off topic - whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
As with a lot of Forums, there are dedicated posts in which members can talk about anything. They generally are for just chit-chat and as the Bulgaria Forum has a high volume of participants it's about time it had its own. You still have to abide by ...
I hope it all works out well for them -- and you! I've had a very unsettled adventurous phases, interspersed with longer periods in one place. Now, all I want to do is be settled in one place and never travel again! Read More
Does anyone know where I can learn Bulgarian? by JuilaOui
And join a class but I am not interested in online classes. I live in Sofia.Thanks.Julia
I suspect every generation says the same thing!Though I do have concerns about AI dumbing people down, doing their thinking for them. Students will never learn to analyse what they read, critically think about it, and then synthesise their own ideas ... Read More