Suzi Masterson
Scottish looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 23 November 2021
Immigration solicitors recommendations by Suzi Masterson
After employing multiple scammers to help obtain a d visa. It's cost a small fortune and wasted a lot of time. I've had immigration specialists/solicitors recommended on Facebook who have taken money and blocked me. Awesome! I have got my money back ...
@janemulberry I think I worried elaine. Facebook is a hassle when it has a diva moment 😂 I took a risk last year..I thought it was a low risk. But dodgy solicitor made it different. Its been the knock on from risking it. I'm glad I did in a ... Read More
Immigration solicitors recommendations by Suzi Masterson
After employing multiple scammers to help obtain a d visa. It's cost a small fortune and wasted a lot of time. I've had immigration specialists/solicitors recommended on Facebook who have taken money and blocked me. Awesome! I have got my money back ...
@SimCityAT I didnt think of that. That's a very good idea. Thank you. I'll have a look now 😃 Read More
Immigration solicitors recommendations
After employing multiple scammers to help obtain a d visa. It's cost a small fortune and wasted a lot of time. I've had immigration specialists/solicitors recommended on Facebook who have taken money and blocked me. Awesome! I have got my money back ... Read More
citizenship lawyer needed
can anyone sugest a lawyer that can help with a complicated situation to get my son citizenship please?he meets the criteria but in a complex way. Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
@Suzi Masterson Sorry that you got a lemon, it's pretty upsetting. Fingers crossed you can save it. I'm not familiar with FB or its Marketplace, but the reason I like Ebay so much is because of its feedback system. I've always bought stuff from ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
I purchased a trailer on Ebay for our move. Ebay is a good option for vans too, I purchased a couple from the site some years ago before. If you shop carefully, I think it will be far cheaper to buy and insure your own, rather than do a rental. 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 ??
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
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
@Halisty i bought a van. neither company hire to drive to bulgaria sadly though. the one i think i found that did cost me more than the cost to buy my van! 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 , 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 ? ... 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 ??
Many thanks Suzi , that would be great if you could. I'm getting by with bottled water at the moment , just would be so nice to have a running water especially after the state I got in yesterday! -@cs75ive messaged. shes usually ... Read More
Window glass required by cs75
I've asked this before but still struggling to find glass for my secondary glazing frames .I'm near Svishtov , I'm aware of a glazing shop there but it looks like it's closes down unfortunately.
I've asked this before but still struggling to find glass for my secondary glazing frames . I'm near Svishtov , I'm aware of a glazing shop there but it looks like it's closes down unfortunately. -@cs75i have the guy here tomorrow ... 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 ??
@cs75i can message my neighour to ask her parents to speak to georgi if that helps. hes the village water chap. and hes lovely which helps. as long as you have google translate he will happily work with you yo get you sortedyou need water! you can ... Read More
Water cost per cubic metre? by janemulberry
Hi, could people give me an idea of what you pay for municipal water supply per cubic metre? I just had the first meter reading since buying the house and am wondering what size bill to expect. The cost on the local VIK website is not totally ...
@Suzi Masterson The average domestic water bill in BG is c25% of the cost in the UK, and 8%(!) of the cost in Norway.... -@JimJfor us its way way less. we averaged £28/month without growing anything. we are now growing a small area. ... Read More
Home schooling by Chantleanne
Just wondering how u go about home schooling my child in Bulgaria as can't find much on line except it was legalized in sep 16 . Also would like it to b in English Thank u for any advice or help u can give :)
@Suzi Masterson I just came back from a few days in beautiful Bansko. If you haven't been, or haven't considered it, I suggest you check it out! While there I had a very interesting conversation with a French expat who is homeschooling his two ... Read More
Water cost per cubic metre? by janemulberry
Hi, could people give me an idea of what you pay for municipal water supply per cubic metre? I just had the first meter reading since buying the house and am wondering what size bill to expect. The cost on the local VIK website is not totally ...
crikey i think we are expensive. mine was 4meters cubed. i paid over 15lev! Read More
dog jabs uk to BG by buckleyps
Looking into it, it seems that rabies is the injection that is needed for dogs to go from uk into BG - but as will be driving through other countries will they want more injections. I'm not being lazy, I've been looking into it and can't get the ...
i brought my dogs and cats through in march (driving). just had rabies jab.ive got the other jabs done over here. Read More
Home schooling by Chantleanne
Just wondering how u go about home schooling my child in Bulgaria as can't find much on line except it was legalized in sep 16 . Also would like it to b in English Thank u for any advice or help u can give :)
@SimCityATyou get them in the uk, usa, france etc.ive used one in the uk when the local educationan authority over stepped years ago Read More
Home schooling by Chantleanne
Just wondering how u go about home schooling my child in Bulgaria as can't find much on line except it was legalized in sep 16 . Also would like it to b in English Thank u for any advice or help u can give :)
I think depending where the school is accredited overseas, it should still work. I guess it depends how letter of the law vs spirit of the law they want to be. They have to show they're making an effort to meet the educational needs of kids ... Read More
Home schooling by Chantleanne
Just wondering how u go about home schooling my child in Bulgaria as can't find much on line except it was legalized in sep 16 . Also would like it to b in English Thank u for any advice or help u can give :)
  @Suzi MastersonSuzi, according to what someone said further up the thread, if your child is enrolled in a recognised school, even an overseas one, that should count as being enrolled in a private school, which should meet the Bulgarian ... Read More
Home schooling by Chantleanne
Just wondering how u go about home schooling my child in Bulgaria as can't find much on line except it was legalized in sep 16 . Also would like it to b in English Thank u for any advice or help u can give :)
@E.P. Hi, i thought i may be able to help. I have been homeschooling my 7 year old since he was born, he didnt go to detski gradina (kindergarden)Â however he has just started school first class this year. Now i originally planned to ... Read More
taxi from near svishtov to levski by Suzi Masterson
my van died on thursday afternoon and is currently at the garage. im hoping its sorted tomorrow. my dads frying into sofia on tuesday mid day. im planning to get the train from my place (near svishtov) to levski train station. then grab a train to ...
I am so sorry, Suzi. Do you have a neighbour you can use Google Translate with who'll call a taxi for you? -@janemulberryive text a taxi driver using a translate app. hopefully he will come back to me. id forgotten i had his number :)we ... Read More
taxi from near svishtov to levski by Suzi Masterson
my van died on thursday afternoon and is currently at the garage. im hoping its sorted tomorrow. my dads frying into sofia on tuesday mid day. im planning to get the train from my place (near svishtov) to levski train station. then grab a train to ...
@Adriana Petrovaarw they english speaking or happily to be patient with my lack of bulgarian?my vans still of the damn road. i need to get to sboshtove agai Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
@JosieCrew i bought through bulgaria direct. even though ive finalised on my house they saw my post saying i need help. they called and sorted it all for me. cant thank them enough. highly recomened then Read More
Telephone translator service by Suzi Masterson
does anyone know of a telephone translator service please?i broke down on thursday. keft in the situation i had no choice but to trust starngers to get my van to the garage. i know what garage they said it wemnt too in svishtov. i havent heard ...
@SimCityAT bulgaria direct called me . they have been boyond amazing and called the garage (i couldnt find a number). the garage has my van. it will be ready on friday.theyve even arranged a taxi for me to go to svishtov to buy some food. im so ... Read More
transloator
does anyone know of a telephone translator service please?i broke down on thursday. keft in the situation i had no choice but to trust starngers to get my van to the garage. i know what garage they said it wemnt too in svishtov. i havent heard ... Read More
taxi from near svishtov to levski by Suzi Masterson
my van died on thursday afternoon and is currently at the garage. im hoping its sorted tomorrow. my dads frying into sofia on tuesday mid day. im planning to get the train from my place (near svishtov) to levski train station. then grab a train to ...
@janemulberry i did do that. ive had zero luck finding bulgarian companies on google recently. Read More
brake down recovery
so after my nightmare on thursday. went to svishtov. got back into my van turned the key. dead. deep joy.after a lot of very lovely people helping push the van and then arranging for it to go to the garage. even speaking to the garage because of my ... Read More
taxi from near svishtov to levski by Suzi Masterson
my van died on thursday afternoon and is currently at the garage. im hoping its sorted tomorrow. my dads frying into sofia on tuesday mid day. im planning to get the train from my place (near svishtov) to levski train station. then grab a train to ...
@gwynjive just booked for 259lev. for the situation im very happy to pay. likley would be ok with the van being ready. but, i dont have to stress now. Read More
taxi from near svishtov to levski by Suzi Masterson
my van died on thursday afternoon and is currently at the garage. im hoping its sorted tomorrow. my dads frying into sofia on tuesday mid day. im planning to get the train from my place (near svishtov) to levski train station. then grab a train to ...
I've used True drivers many times and would highly recommend them, you can book online in English through WhatsApp or Messenger or their website. [link under review] -@PlovdivEdthank you! your link is under review.i cant see it. would you ... Read More
taxi from near svishtov to levski
my van died on thursday afternoon and is currently at the garage. im hoping its sorted tomorrow. my dads frying into sofia on tuesday mid day. im planning to get the train from my place (near svishtov) to levski train station. then grab a train to ... Read More
Dangers to dogs, pets, other animals by JosieCrew
Hi,Where we currently live there are several dangers to pets, leishmania from mosquitos, snakes, toads that shouldn't be licked, processional caterpillars.Is there anything like that in Bulgaria that we need to be aware of please? We are looking at ...
  Probably all of the things you mentioned, plus the Dobrich region has quite a high rate of Lyme disease. Tiger mosquitoes are also an issue now - they bite all day rather than just in the evening.I haven't seen any foxes, though I ... Read More
D visa times
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be Read More
Van rental by JosieCrew
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company?The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ...
 @Suzi MastersonI agree with you, it sounds expensive! :-)Maybe it's possible to find a cheap but decent Transit/Luton from Ebay, load it up (including dogs) and make one trip. Sell the van cheap in Bulgaria on its UK plate.  ... Read More
Van rental by JosieCrew
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company?The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ...
How much was the small fortune for a hire van compared to the small fortune of buying from ebay? If we buy a van, we have to tax and insure it as well as make sure it has a long enough MOT to make it feasible to be sold in BG, as that can take ... Read More
Van rental by JosieCrew
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company?The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ...
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company? The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ... Read More
Lawyer short notice by sryan4824
Hi AllI have been let down last minute by my lawyer I have a property I will be buying next Tue 190923 but urgently need a lawyer for the VT area any help would be appreciated.Must be English speaking too
@sryan4824 Ivelin Gospondinov *** this is the lawyer I used, he lives in Varna but still worked for me in VT area regards Josef -@josef1070o used ivelin as well. cant failt anything tbh. Read More
Bulgaria on Expat.com vs reality by mickeyhart
Scrolling through the forum last few days its all natter about Gypsies and scams? Stray dogs needing rescued? poverty? But get this most people slinging muck at the country have hardly stepped foot here.I just spent a cracking couple of days there. ...
1000% true. we now live here. never met such lovely people. they have it right here. the atray dogs ive seen (which is a fair few) are in great condition. i thought id move here and bring in strays left rigy and center. not a need. the strat pony i ... Read More
Stray dogs in Bulgaria by GuestPoster3658
Hi there Based on your travels and observations and generally being out and about in Bulgaria, what's the stray dog situation like now in Bulgaria?By stray dogs I generally mean dogs that are seen roaming freely in a public place on their own ...
@European360the stray dogs where i am are in fantastic condition. people sit outside the shop drinking coffee fussing them.i thought id move over id collect stray dogs. not at all. im wondering about a pony that lives where it likes here ... Read More
Butane gas bottles by Suzi Masterson
when we moved over last week i brought 2 bottles of butane with me to heat a single room. bottle 1 ran out last night. id like to get it re filled asap. i like having a spare bottle sitting there.do bulgaria use the same as in the uk so i can simply ...
The garage exchange the bottles locally to me.i was wondering about the tegulator being the same as england. i brought my gas over with me. My local garage is 29lev per 13 kg bottlw. mot sure if thats good or not. im very much at the learning ... Read More
butane gas bottles
when we moved over last week i brought 2 bottles of butane with me to heat a single room. bottle 1 ran out last night. id like to get it re filled asap. i like having a spare bottle sitting there.do bulgaria use the same as in the uk so i can simply ... Read More
im moving to bulgaria for 2 years. looking to move to italy after by Suzi Masterson
im trying to work out what i need for a remote workers visa.when i generally do when re locating what ever the country says in the monthly salary i get that money x12 in the bank. its me and my 3 kids (1 is an adult but mentally disabled so is and ...
Italy Digital Nomad Visa Requirements Nationality: All applicants must be either a non-EU or a non-EEA national to apply for the remote working visa. €8,500 Minimum Annual Income: Applicants must prove a minimum annual gross income of at least ... Read More
im moving to bulgaria for 2 years. looking to move to italy after
im trying to work out what i need for a remote workers visa.when i generally do when re locating what ever the country says in the monthly salary i get that money x12 in the bank. its me and my 3 kids (1 is an adult but mentally disabled so is and ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
@janemulberry..well whatever.looked at the van..then the lights were stolen..was this before or after buying it. Sensible to get the RAC to examine it..but not after she bought it..they do check vehicles over prior to buying..but ..if it serves a ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
Why would you buy a van without having a test drive. And why buy a van without any lights on the back.. Knowing your going to drive it around 1500 miles. My advice is also buy breakdown cover for your trip ( return ) What did the RAC say about the ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
It is scary that someone would knowingly sell a dangerous vehicle for sure. -@janemulberrywe arent sure if it was aimed to harm the previous owner or him pulling a fast one. the back lights (all of them) had been stolen when we went to ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
Oh Suzi! I have no help to offer, just hugs and prayers. -@janemulberryinswear im jinxed 😂the challenge makes the end reailt more desirable. im just glad no one was hurt. my 3 yearvold daughter was in the van with me when it went ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
A one-way hire will be very expensive, but you could try Europcar, they do most of Europe. They can provide a 6-seat combi van, but again this is a specialist vehicle and more for commercial stuff, They will most likely charge you for a two-way ... Read More
d visa adding family
im just about to submit the d visa application for myself. i was told to add my kids after. they are 20 (he has complex health issues. i was told because of this i need to get a letter written by my gp to confirm. after gp loosing my sons medical ... Read More
Where to hire a van to go from uk to Bulgaria ? by Suzi Masterson
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ...
@Suzi Masterson Ah, the ropey old Ebay van with a dodgy MOT adventure. It's all fun and games until it breaks down on a German autobahn, stuffed with your belongings and animals. :-) -@gwynj i didnt buy it through ebay believe it or not. ... Read More
where to hire a van to go from uk to bulgaria
we move in 10 days. i bought a van. had it pencilled in to have a service and clear up a few minor things wrong with it.ive bought what seems like an illegal van. mot seems dodgy. van is a mess. rac came out and i was told how havent i killed ... Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
@sammut115if you bought through bulgaria direct why not send a quick email and ask for a recomendation. they are in your area i think Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
Oh, it's so sad, isn't it? Good thing if they cleared out all the previous owner's stuff though. Mine was almost exactly as it was left over a year previously when Stoyinka was taken into the hospital. Unfortunately there wasn't a lot left there ... Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
@Suzi Masterson Danislava at Bg Direct will be able to arrange the water and electric connections if they've been disconnected. If not, its simple matter to turn them on at the house. Flick a switch at the power box outside and turn on the ... Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
@Suzi Masterson Danislava at Bg Direct will be able to arrange the water and electric connections if they've been disconnected. If not, its simple matter to turn them on at the house. Flick a switch at the power box outside and turn on the ... Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
@janemulberrywe are looking for a gap where theres no forecast snow on the journey over. im clear to move from the 26th feb. scary close. i managed to buy a little longer with my landlord thankfully. i was looking at the 20th. we are then in at the ... Read More
building costs
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ... Read More
Dog Tax in Bulgaria by Adriana Petrova
Hi all, just to check how many of you are paying the annual dog tax :)
I had no idea e about the tax! were moving in under 2 weeks!i know there will be multiple things that will show up and ill deal with. Read More
van insurance
ive sold my car here in the uk and buying a van to move us over (im going to convert it to a camper van after)im looking at insurance companies so i can switch straight over from the uk insurer.wheres best to get a quote please Read More
Bulgarian property finder by Suzi Masterson
Can I get opinions on them please?I'm not far from paying through Bulgaria direct and have had a great experience so far. No question is to silly I'm looking for a 'habital' property in northern Bulgaria to live in while we renovate our other ...
@Elexxa1234bulgaria direct have been above and beyond amazing with me. nothing has been to much trouble so far and im at the end of the process.if your looking to buy outright (not pay monthly) am will be putting mine on the market later on. i ... Read More
Do I need a prescription to get meds ? by Suzi Masterson
this is so helpful thank you. i knew there would be more costs than id seen. there isnt much more. 1 thing i am curious on. do i need a prescription to get meds (like anti biotics or pain meds not like ibeuprofen) ? my 13 year old lives on pain meds ...
im keen to learn the difference in price with furniture. if anyone knows id be greatful.its costing me over £15k to move us. im looking to cut costs where i can, even if it means starting again.im not attached to any of our furniture so im ... Read More
Do I need a prescription to get meds ? by Suzi Masterson
this is so helpful thank you. i knew there would be more costs than id seen. there isnt much more. 1 thing i am curious on. do i need a prescription to get meds (like anti biotics or pain meds not like ibeuprofen) ? my 13 year old lives on pain meds ...
@janemulberrywhen you live in chronic pain its about getting through the day rather than worrying about long term effects.you are absolutely correct no use of any meds long term is ideal. ideally our bodies would work as they should,my son has ... Read More
Do I need a prescription to get meds ? by Suzi Masterson
this is so helpful thank you. i knew there would be more costs than id seen. there isnt much more. 1 thing i am curious on. do i need a prescription to get meds (like anti biotics or pain meds not like ibeuprofen) ? my 13 year old lives on pain meds ...
@philip Mckaythank you :) the plan is to go to the gp, get referred and they can sort everything. Read More
Cost of living in Bulgaria in 2024
this is so helpful thank you. i knew there would be more costs than id seen. there isnt much more. 1 thing i am curious on. do i need a prescription to get meds (like anti biotics or pain meds not like ibeuprofen) ? my 13 year old lives on pain meds ... 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 ...
@CarlS1986its one of the first things im going to try and sort out when we move. but we are moving though. visa isnt finalised yet. its in process 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 ...
@CarlS1986im paying about £400 per animal. its stupid money for what it is.im looking to get my lot passported as we will be living there. from what i understand of a friends experience trying to g et her british dog passported while in ... 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 ...
@Suzi Mastersonoh and the health certificates are costing £316 each animal. the rabies jab was £60 for anyone else looking at the cost :) 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 ...
@grumpyoldbirdthank you for the info. we are pretty organised now. vets prepared for the health certificates already.FYI they only need the tape wormer to return to the UK. we dont plan to return any time soon so no need :) That info seems to be ... 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 ...
thank you :) i am very anxious about the drive with the dogs. its fear of the unknown i think. i have a german shepherd X belgium malinior X staffie X god knows what whos fear reactive (i keep him away from people he doesnt know). he has every ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
@Suzi Masterson The XL Bully is a sledgehammer to crack a nut. It's the idiots that own them, not the dogs. All that will happen now, is that they'll move on to other breeds. Cane Corso's are the current favourite. I'm not actually setting up the ... Read More
Holiday blues by philip Mckay
Well arrived Bulgaria fantastic flight came in at 30 minutes early (Now the blues started Booked a car with easy rent back in October through economy bookings .. no car and no one in the office either . No answers to any of the tel numbers ... ...
@philip Mckayoh my goodness your poor wives sister family and you of course. im so sorry.it never rains but it pours when things dont fo to plan does it. how dis the cake end up, distracted enough i hope 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 ...
i did read somewhere last night (i think im over reading in this tbh and worrying myself). that you can only take the pets into bulgaria through serbia or turkey..no where else is acceptable.nothing is beong simple with this move. i cant wait for a ... 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 ...
@Powley it does yes than you :)do they get the dogs out and check them? my lad is a german shephers X belgium malinior x staffie as his main breeds. him scared isnt a good thing for anyone out of my family. hence he isnt allowed in public ever Read More
driving or flying pet
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 ... Read More
pay monthly by Suzi Masterson
hiive been paying for a property in tatari since last year. im over half way through paying for it.ive dragged my feet getting the contract back for the property (single mum with 3 complex needs kids. 1 of which is a baby). time is not my ...
@an3895509i knew when i bought it it was a risk. i did loads of research before buying it. i was happy to complete on the house than sell it straight off if needed. i did have (and still do have) a plan b 😊its just happened to go the right ... Read More
pay monthly by Suzi Masterson
hiive been paying for a property in tatari since last year. im over half way through paying for it.ive dragged my feet getting the contract back for the property (single mum with 3 complex needs kids. 1 of which is a baby). time is not my ...
@Suzi Masterson the Kardashian to send it through an email I am bought houses in Bulgaria and I live in England and I gotten sent through an email the contracts so I advise you to ask them to send them through an email to your email address they can ... Read More
pay monthly by Suzi Masterson
hiive been paying for a property in tatari since last year. im over half way through paying for it.ive dragged my feet getting the contract back for the property (single mum with 3 complex needs kids. 1 of which is a baby). time is not my ...
id totally forgotten this post.ill update. i was 100% wrong. BG have been and are being amazing. going above and beyond is an under statement. i honestly cant thank them enough.when the time comes to buy our next place we will definatley be buying ... Read More
Belene region by cs75
Hello I've just joined . My name is Christian and I'm from Kent , UK . I'm looking to buy a place to renovate in Belene region for a holiday home. I'm visiting the area at the start of 2024 .Wondering if there's any expats in this area to connect ...
@cs75 ive just replied to you. i think there is another ex pat family in our village. i think theres a you tubing family not far from us too (a village in belene) . for the life of me i cant remember which 1 it is! im trying to find out as they have ... Read More
Wifi and mobile phone options by Suzi Masterson
i think its time to do both. now i know we have electric (im sooo excited you cant imagine after all the stress and worry of not having it).i better get the wifi up and running before taking a teenage lad and a 20 year old lad over. theyd murder me ...
Thank you all.ive been told a1 were good for mobile. wed need unlimited tv because i have a 20 year old, a 13 year old and a 3 year old. take my 3 year old daughtes cartoons away she’: murder me! ill pick up an a1 sim card and a cheap unlocked ... Read More
wifi and mobile phone options
i think its time to do both. now i know we have electric (im sooo excited you cant imagine after all the stress and worry of not having it).i better get the wifi up and running before taking a teenage lad and a 20 year old lad over. theyd murder me ... 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 ...
@georgewheelwright the agent is being beyond amazing and going to look at the house for me after the new year and see if its connected. if yes happy days. i have someone going over for a week before me to gut a room and get power to 1 room.im ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
@grumpyoldbird im having that issue here in the UK. the XL bully situation. all these dogs being culled because they were born into the wrong skin. awfuli cant take more than 6. i know ill take on more when weve moved. im envious of you setting a ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
@grumpyoldbird 3 of mine are from romania. the other 3 found in a bin here in the uk. unless im driving mine wont cope. i have disabled kids that cant cope without me or for that length of journey. im stuck between a rock and a hard place 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 ...
@philip Mckay thank you :)were going over around the 8th jan to get a proper plan in place. fingers crossed this is doable Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
thank you all as ususal for the great advice :) im trying to sort flying everyone. its a killer drive with 6 dogs. 3 dont like going in the car as that meants the vet. nother gets car sick. 1 cat loves the car but wont travel in a box. nothing ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
Suzi, I'm sure you won't need a separate animal health certificate for every country, just one for each cat and dog which will then cover them for the entire EU. Make sure your route stays within the EU and it should be fine. Ha, I see Elaine said ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
@SimCityAT this seems the most complicated option so far! moving the ponies is pretty straight forward.its just ticking a few boxes and getting the vet to check them over. thats not an issue at all. ill have a chat with my vet and see what she ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
@grumpyoldbirdthats the issue driving them all. i need a heath cert for every country. there £180 per country. wed go through 5 countries. thata £900 times 9. plus im paying nearly £5k to move the ponies. thats not even starting ... Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG by Suzi Masterson
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ...
@an3895509thats been illegal for over 20 years.when we returned to the uk after living in france the haulier i used didnt declare my goats. they slipped them in between a shared load.caused no end of issues when i registered them with defra. Read More
Moving dogs and cats from uk to BG
ok so i have to many dogs (6) and 3 cats that will be coming with us. im pricing up the options.id thought id fly them and arrange it myself. not rocket science.im trying to find an airline that will let me do that! i even thought ill drive them to ... 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 ...
@philip Mckay i am thinking of just picking up new once when we do a couple of days over there before the move. get it ready there. and pick up a woodburner, if needed. arrange wood etc. its going to be a very busy couple of days. and ive now ... 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 ...
@philip Mckaythank you. i didnt explain myself at all well. sorry. i have fog brain today . my brother will fly over to help with the electrics. hes trained as an electrician while we lived in france. we moved back before he took the exam though so ... 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 ...
@janemulberry im booking the first week in a hotel before i fly back to collect the dogs and cats to fly over. unfortunately end of jan is the latest we can move. id planned on march. but where i am my landlord had other ideas even though its not ... Read More
Self sufficient living in Bulgaria by Babamara
Hi everyone Me and my partner are planning to buy small holding in Bulgaria to live as self-sufficient life as possible in the rural community. We would like to contact like minded people who moved to Bulgaria to learn from their experience and to ...
Suzi, I know I've seen figures quoted in something official, but now can't find them! As we're not planning on keeping larger animals, I didn't bother bookmarking it. There's been a lot of misinformation this year about smallholders keeping ... 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 ...
@philip Mckaywe are doing another initial visit after the new year to see the house properly. we arent moving until the end of jan.worst case we book into the local hotel. its not far from the house and lovely. i do have a plan bthe hotel is still ... 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 ...
@philip Mckay sorry phil i was joking with 5 heaters after how cold it was when we were there last time :)its the legality im not sure about. saftey i know its fine done properly. its legal in the uk. Read More
Self sufficient living in Bulgaria by Babamara
Hi everyone Me and my partner are planning to buy small holding in Bulgaria to live as self-sufficient life as possible in the rural community. We would like to contact like minded people who moved to Bulgaria to learn from their experience and to ...
Suzi, there are EU rules on how much livestock can be kept on a village property. Whether they're enforced or not is another matter. Many smallholders worldwide do keep a single dairy cow without problems. The cow might make their humans their ... 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 ...
@SimCityAT yes. my external meter has a double plug socket underneath it. its actually very dangerous because its an internal plug. but an external 1 would be safe Read More
Self sufficient living in Bulgaria by Babamara
Hi everyone Me and my partner are planning to buy small holding in Bulgaria to live as self-sufficient life as possible in the rural community. We would like to contact like minded people who moved to Bulgaria to learn from their experience and to ...
Suzi, there are EU rules on how much livestock can be kept on a village property. Whether they're enforced or not is another matter. Many smallholders worldwide do keep a single dairy cow without problems. The cow might make their humans their ... 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 ...
its a meter box ive been told. ive not seen the house yet! tried a few weeks ago when all the snow came on the 1 day we had. we got stuck and barley made the flight home again. im planning another trip straight after the new year. the agent has ... Read More
visa medical insurance by Suzi Masterson
im after advise on what insurance to look at for a family that has health issues please.theres sooo many options im feel a bit over whelmed atm. we have private health insurance here in the uk. they wont cover us moving unfortunately
@philip Mckay shows how good google is :) its not an issue for my place yet because its a shell atm. next month it starts to become our home :)im not like a kid at xmas and excited haha Read More