janemulberry
Australian looking for information about Bulgaria
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Australian
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Registration: 23 January 2021
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What is the cost of utilities in the new currency? by Mrs Homemaker
Has anyone found a spike in the cost of their electricity or other utility bills?I didnt think there would be any difference in cost charged ie what was once 29.BGN Would still be the same only a conversion from BGN to Euros.Any thoughts?
Ouch! That's a big jump! I can't compare my total bill to last year's as this is the first winter the house has been renovated enough that we've been able to visit through the colder weather. I did note that the cost per Kw didn't seem to have ... Read More
Chestita Baba Marta! by JimJ
Hope we all have a happy, healthy and successful year!
And you too! Read More
Preparing for the move – budget and language concerns by krisEtAl
I am still stateside, and trying to figure out logistics (and learn the new language!) Aside from landing over there, everything is up in the air. This site has already been helpful, learning about the switch to Euro. I hope that won't make things ...
@jeanmandredeix I'm sorry your hubby is still waiting! How frustrating. Read More
Preparing for the move – budget and language concerns by krisEtAl
I am still stateside, and trying to figure out logistics (and learn the new language!) Aside from landing over there, everything is up in the air. This site has already been helpful, learning about the switch to Euro. I hope that won't make things ...
@krisEtAl I know it's a long expensive trip from the US, but I'd strongly advise not to plan a major move before visiting a country!Bulgaria is very much a love it or hate it country, and the transition to living somewhere new is always full of ... Read More
Preparing for the move – budget and language concerns by krisEtAl
I am still stateside, and trying to figure out logistics (and learn the new language!) Aside from landing over there, everything is up in the air. This site has already been helpful, learning about the switch to Euro. I hope that won't make things ...
Kris, you can do a total of 90 days per 180 within the Schengen zone, which includes not just Bulgaria but many other EU countries. So in theory you could stay 90 days in Bulgaria, go to Albania, Turkey, Serbia, or some other non-Schengen country ... Read More
Registering with water company (General Toshevo) by stevewiltshire01
Hi,(Sorry - boring bit of admin)I am trying to register my property with the water company - move the account into my name so I can pay the bill.I went to the Municipality Building in Toshevo (where I pay all the other bills) but was told it wasn't ...
@JimJ Thank you! Read More
Registering with water company (General Toshevo) by stevewiltshire01
Hi,(Sorry - boring bit of admin)I am trying to register my property with the water company - move the account into my name so I can pay the bill.I went to the Municipality Building in Toshevo (where I pay all the other bills) but was told it wasn't ...
Which village are you buying in? Hopefully you'll be blessed with helpful neighbours like we are!The first thing to do once you have the notary paperwork is to go to the Toshevo Town Hall to change the ownership for council tax. That needs to be ... Read More
Important Topic You May Have Missed by JimJ
Those members who own a property here through a company, whether dormant or active, may not be aware that the Bulgaria's entry to the Eurozone has a knock-on effect which, as far as I'm aware, hasn't really been publicised. I'm including verbatim my ...
The agent who helped me set up the company is offering to do this for their clients for €150. I thought it was quite a lot for what will surely be a quick and easy task for the person doing it. But as it probably won't be at all quick and easy ... Read More
Registering with water company (General Toshevo) by stevewiltshire01
Hi,(Sorry - boring bit of admin)I am trying to register my property with the water company - move the account into my name so I can pay the bill.I went to the Municipality Building in Toshevo (where I pay all the other bills) but was told it wasn't ...
@penhuckle If your property is in the General Toshevo area, you'll need to go to the ViK there. It's tucked away in a side street well away from the town centre and though @JImJ gave the address in his comment above, the street names and the ViK ... Read More
Important Topic You May Have Missed by JimJ
Those members who own a property here through a company, whether dormant or active, may not be aware that the Bulgaria's entry to the Eurozone has a knock-on effect which, as far as I'm aware, hasn't really been publicised. I'm including verbatim my ...
Carl, changing the company paperwork for the change of it's registered capital to EUR requires the ability to electronically sign documents in the official business register https://portal.registryagency.bg/en/home-crI believe anyone can apply for ... Read More
Preparing for the move – budget and language concerns by krisEtAl
I am still stateside, and trying to figure out logistics (and learn the new language!) Aside from landing over there, everything is up in the air. This site has already been helpful, learning about the switch to Euro. I hope that won't make things ...
Those income requirements for France don't look tooooo dramatic at first glance (compared to 2,600 pcm for a single person to get the Bg digital nomad visa). But most UK pensioners just getting the basic pension wouldn't receive that much per ... Read More
Preparing for the move – budget and language concerns by krisEtAl
I am still stateside, and trying to figure out logistics (and learn the new language!) Aside from landing over there, everything is up in the air. This site has already been helpful, learning about the switch to Euro. I hope that won't make things ...
Nooooooooooo!!!! Read More
Preparing for the move – budget and language concerns by krisEtAl
I am still stateside, and trying to figure out logistics (and learn the new language!) Aside from landing over there, everything is up in the air. This site has already been helpful, learning about the switch to Euro. I hope that won't make things ...
Kris, my wait is to get my retirement pension and then actually apply, not how long it takes after applying! This site (an immigration lawyer) details the requirements and the process a bit more clearly than the Bulgarian Embassy website does: ... 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 ...
@krisEtAl Kris, way too long! Before making plans, it's essential to check the categories that allow one to qualify for the 6 month D visa, the first step to residency in Bulgaria. This site gives the clearest explanation of the ways to qualify: ... 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 ...
@wrightkarl Karl, sorry no one seems to have replied! Depends what you are looking for. Rightmove have many village properties on pay monthly from well-established sellers like BulgariaDirect and Mowlem, if you don't want to pay out a lot upfront. ... Read More