Anastasija_gust
Latvian looking for information about Bulgaria
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builders in bulgaria by Andreas0172
The frustrations shared here are very real, and unfortunately not rare.From working with foreign property owners in Bulgaria, I've found that quality problems usually happen at two points: during hiring (no proper vetting, verbal agreements, no ...
This is all AI. I seen the same post on facebook trying to sell things Read More
Why people buy in Bulgaria has quietly changed - has the advice? by Andreas0172
Something has shifted over the last year, and I don't think the conversation here has fully caught up with it.For a long time the pull of Bulgaria was simple: it was cheap. Cheap property, cheap living, a place to stretch a pension or a budget ...
Why people reply to AI posts? On facebook too same posts to make people talk but only to sell things. Read More
Schengen zone by grumpyoldbird
I was reading an article about Bulgaria's Schengen zone application and the article suggested it won't happen now, because of the various wars going on. It suggested that other Schengen areas will start tightening the borders between themselves and ...
Schengen won't happen now, because of the various wars going on. FAKE AUSTRIA stops schengen. REAL Read More
Schengen zone by grumpyoldbird
I was reading an article about Bulgaria's Schengen zone application and the article suggested it won't happen now, because of the various wars going on. It suggested that other Schengen areas will start tightening the borders between themselves and ...
@janemulberryYes. grumpyoldbird must put fake stuffs again. Read More
Bank account by Mark_92
Hi everyone,I’m new in Bulgaria (Plovdiv). Spent 1,5 weeks in Sofia but want to settle down in Plovdiv long-term. Currently still using airbnb but i’m looking for a more permanent solution.The question i have is as followed: i tried ...
All banks. Foreigner security check. Read More
Christmas getaways by Snowball6
Can anybody recommend a nice hotel in the Varna area that caters from Christmas holiday breaks?
Can anybody recommend a nice hotel in the Varna area that caters from Christmas holiday breaks? -@Snowball6We got all inclusive in св константин и ... Read More
Schengen zone[B]OT by philip Mckay
@philip Mckay***
@grumpyoldbird Well it makes sense for sure because of the no ceasefire stance in Gaza from EU. And UK.. however I fear the horse has bolted and already there are many across Europe who are citizens of European country's but only ... Read More
Schengen zone by grumpyoldbird
I was reading an article about Bulgaria's Schengen zone application and the article suggested it won't happen now, because of the various wars going on. It suggested that other Schengen areas will start tightening the borders between themselves and ...
I was reading an article about Bulgaria's Schengen zone application and the article suggested it won't happen now, because of the various wars going on. It suggested that other Schengen areas will start tightening the borders between themselves and ... Read More
Going to live in Sliven by zwgilaki
Hello everybody, As I m moving in Sliven next summer, I would like to know if there is an area near sliven which is more safe to live and grow up a child or a protected area in Sliven. I am not a bulgarian and I am a little bit scared about my ...
@gwynjYes. Sliven same as Burgas and all cities. There is gypsy part. But in Sliven the tourists see it on the road. In Burgas they hide the part. Sad for Sliven so many lies from the people who dont know. Read More
Novinite news by philip Mckay
Good source of Bulgarian news and they do an English version .. lots of Politics.. BG in the EU etc .. plenty of old news aswell.. good back catalogueiV read it for years :) worth a lookPhil
Nobody care. News in English language only point. Read More
Going to live in Sliven by zwgilaki
Hello everybody, As I m moving in Sliven next summer, I would like to know if there is an area near sliven which is more safe to live and grow up a child or a protected area in Sliven. I am not a bulgarian and I am a little bit scared about my ...
More crime in big cities. Same like all Europe.Many foreigners go to Sliven for jobs now. Factories owned by Greeks etcGood place to work and do business.I think people here are in villages and dont understand Bulgaria too good. Read More
Moving to Sliven by Gumma2016
Hi there Hope you all keeping Safe. Am moving to Sliven so am asking for any useful information about the area? Regards
Many foreigners go to Sliven for jobs now. Factories owned by Greeks etcGood place to work and do business Read More
Moving to Sliven by Gumma2016
Hi there Hope you all keeping Safe. Am moving to Sliven so am asking for any useful information about the area? Regards
@JimJ so why people live ok in Sliven? Why they dont leave? What is different Sliven and every town? Read More
Going to live in Sliven by zwgilaki
Hello everybody, As I m moving in Sliven next summer, I would like to know if there is an area near sliven which is more safe to live and grow up a child or a protected area in Sliven. I am not a bulgarian and I am a little bit scared about my ...
@zwgilaki:D why scared?!?!?! It is safe. Beautiful town and good people. Read More
Novinite news by philip Mckay
Good source of Bulgarian news and they do an English version .. lots of Politics.. BG in the EU etc .. plenty of old news aswell.. good back catalogueiV read it for years :) worth a lookPhil
The interpreted novinite english site is not very correct. You know who pays for that site? Read More
being neighbourly for Christmas by gwynj
It often comes up that we foreigners with village houses (usually, fortunately) have wonderful Bulgarian neighbours who extend warm hospitality, and provide produce from their gardens. And we're often not so good at reciprocating (our house still ...
Got four lidl baskets today for neighbours thankyou Read More
another hospital adventure by gwynj
Just FYI I am paid-up in the Bulgarian health system, and I highly recommend you do the same.However, today's adventure was at a local private hospital (Medline, Plovdiv), and I paid the full private cost. I went on a whim, as it's a few years since ...
@gwynjwhich hopsital does the mri? 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 ...
@janemulberrycardiology hospital in Pleven is good Read More
Banks with high interest rates by TonyFF
Hello, Can you tell me which Bulgarian bank has high interest for Savings/CD accounts?I am doing research and I am not finding any.Do any banks have no fees? ( I have never paid fees for banks - the fees have always been waved).My impression is that ...
"The European Central Bank’s key interest rate will remain at 4% as it opted to pause in October after 10 consecutive hikes." this is quote from today's rates. Why the banks in Bulgaria do not offer that? -@TonyFFNo Euro in Bulgaria ... Read More
Your neighbours in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in Bulgaria, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in Bulgaria: Tell us ...
Wash hands before foodRemove shoesMy Bulgarian neigjbours are friendly nice people. Only problems are the foreigners arguing each other. Read More
Bank Account for Salary by Kykers
Hi all, Which is the best option to bank account for salary in Bulgaria?Is there any digital bank like N26, Burgan On, Vivid, Finansbank Enpara, Wise and ex Nuri? And digital bank accounts are acceptable for salaries? Please kindly compare for ...
After 3 months to the account opening, they asked residency. You can not use forever without residency. -@KykersThis is new security check. All foreigners. Read More
Bank Account for Salary by Kykers
Hi all, Which is the best option to bank account for salary in Bulgaria?Is there any digital bank like N26, Burgan On, Vivid, Finansbank Enpara, Wise and ex Nuri? And digital bank accounts are acceptable for salaries? Please kindly compare for ...
@Kykers Nice find, I see MyFin is actually a subsidiary of the Albanian Fibank in Bulgaria. BG IBAN and the free insurances that come with the Mastercard World debit cards make them interesting for me. Have to look further into. ... Read More
Doctor Registration After Residency by Kykers
Hi all, Do you know how I register the doctor? Can I go to hospital without doctor registration? Can I select a doctor in a different city than my recidency?
Ask the doctor Read More
Impossible to open a bank account? by Chrisjo1
Came to Sofia a couple months ago and got a residence permit and am employed here. Went to UBB and Fibank. Filled the form for the pre application and KYC. Weeks have passed since and when I ask there still "additional checks" pending. Anyone else ...
Oh my! I see what people mean about fees! I checked DSK bank's fee schedule, as they're who my Bulgarian neighbour banks with and I think if I go in to our local branch with her, I'll have the best chance of opening an account with least hassle. But ... Read More
Using Revolut a business account? by CarlS1986
Hi all,I'm looking at the possibility of using Revolute business account for a company in Bulgaria, has anyone tried this? Or would I still need a Bulgarian bank account?I know Revolut works in Bulgaria from a recent trip, but just enquiring what ...
@grahamstark1 Lithuania bank deposit guarantee is 100.000.00 eur Read More
Situation in Bulgaria
@Suzi MastersonDont move your childrens if dont have money. Bulgaria is most pro Russia country in Europe. Speak to Bulgarians to learn Read More
Situation in Bulgaria
@Suzi Masterson Unfortunately no one can predict the future, I really can't see Russia wanting to invade Bulgaria. They were here years ago and pulled out, so it's best to get on with our lives and enjoy what we have. We live near to the Kardam ... Read More
Impossible to open a bank account? by Chrisjo1
Came to Sofia a couple months ago and got a residence permit and am employed here. Went to UBB and Fibank. Filled the form for the pre application and KYC. Weeks have passed since and when I ask there still "additional checks" pending. Anyone else ...
UBB phoned now and they are refused to open the account. UBB bank will not tell why. She lost 150. UBB keeps the money for security check. Read More
Local elections by kath9483
Does anybody on here know if as an in comer to Bulgaria if I'm entitled to vote in the up coming local elections and if so what do the political parties stand for?
The Local election? Yes ok maybe. To me it is crazy thinking all Russian and Turkish in Bulgaria in the vote. Kath to vote is wrong if her tongue is not Bulgarian. Read More
Local elections by kath9483
Does anybody on here know if as an in comer to Bulgaria if I'm entitled to vote in the up coming local elections and if so what do the political parties stand for?
For European Parliament not the country elections.Lithuania have 150000 Russian permanent residents. Not unfortunate Lithuania law stops all the foreigners voting. Read More
TV usage and access by Kazman
HiAre there any streaming companies you can watch both in the uk and Bulgaria? Netflix no longer allow this so we're stuck with no tv in Bulgaria at present. msny thanks
Moviestowatch is free. Read More
Local elections by kath9483
Does anybody on here know if as an in comer to Bulgaria if I'm entitled to vote in the up coming local elections and if so what do the political parties stand for?
That's an EU thing - some rights are extended to all EU citizens. And in some countries -- unfortunately not Bulgaria -- permanent residents are also allowed to vote. There's a big difference between a foreigner temporarily in the country and a ... Read More
Impossible to open a bank account? by Chrisjo1
Came to Sofia a couple months ago and got a residence permit and am employed here. Went to UBB and Fibank. Filled the form for the pre application and KYC. Weeks have passed since and when I ask there still "additional checks" pending. Anyone else ...
@Anastasija_gust For my personal account it was done in a few days with UBB, but you do have to check, they dont inform you. -@grahamstark1When? Before new security checks? This is new problem. Read More
Local elections by kath9483
Does anybody on here know if as an in comer to Bulgaria if I'm entitled to vote in the up coming local elections and if so what do the political parties stand for?
Why any country will let foreigners to vote?? Read More
Impossible to open a bank account? by Chrisjo1
Came to Sofia a couple months ago and got a residence permit and am employed here. Went to UBB and Fibank. Filled the form for the pre application and KYC. Weeks have passed since and when I ask there still "additional checks" pending. Anyone else ...
@Chrisjo1 how long did you wait for the security check?All foreigners must now pay 150 for the security check in banksMy friend paid and is waiting three weeks at UBB and they did not answer her.Did you wait three weeks or more? Read More
TV usage and access by Kazman
HiAre there any streaming companies you can watch both in the uk and Bulgaria? Netflix no longer allow this so we're stuck with no tv in Bulgaria at present. msny thanks
I signed up to something called TV Mucho - sounds weird i know, but actually it's pretty good. It's downloadable as an app on Android TVs. Once you have the app you can sign up for various packages. Gives all the UK channels ... Read More
Evolution of banking services in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, With rapid technological advancements, banking services are digitizing at lightning speed. Expats are thus propelled into a new era of options and payment methods, disrupting the traditional banking services of local ...
All foreigners must now pay 150 for the security check in banksMy friend paid and is waiting three weeks at UBB and they did not answer her. Read More
Looking for building company or competent builders near Pernik/Sofia by Yuri1976
Hello,NOTE: If you have to say ''Ask in the village'' JUST DON'T...THANK YOU!I have been trying to get a builder/building company/quote for a month. So far I didn't even get a quote. The only one I am currently in touch with that, at the least, ...
Why will builders go 40km from Sofia. Ask people in Pernik. Bulgarians are more help usually. Read More
Modular houses by daithilee68
Hi all, has anyone had any experience with modular homes or prefabricated ones, thinking it might be an easier option for me than to try to rebuild what I've got,Thanks in advance.
Following Read More
Uk citizen living and working in Romania relocating to Bulgaria by eddiebit
Hello everyone. My name is Eddie. i currently live and work in Romania (UK citizen) as a teacher in an international school but me and my wife are hoping to relocate to Bulgaria over the next couple of years. Our plan is to buy somewhere that ...
@Anastasija_gustI'm guessing this is for me? In addition, there is a thing called the EU Long-Term Resident's Residence Permit (also after 5 years) which is separate from the national permanent residence permit. This card DOES explicitly carry some ... Read More
Bulgarian Cuisine by Adriana Petrova
Will be helping a friend with a new menu in her restaurant, could you please share what you like and dislike about Bulgarian cuisine, thank you
Scharan is carp. Read More
Uk citizen living and working in Romania relocating to Bulgaria by eddiebit
Hello everyone. My name is Eddie. i currently live and work in Romania (UK citizen) as a teacher in an international school but me and my wife are hoping to relocate to Bulgaria over the next couple of years. Our plan is to buy somewhere that ...
Romania residence is for Romania not all eu. Read More
Cost of fencing by grumpyoldbird
Hi guys, I'm still trying to price the cost of a move to Bulgaria and one of things that has cost me quite a lot of money in France, is the fencing. I fitted it all myself and I shopped about for the best deals, but it still me around 2k euros. The ...
@grumpyoldbird 1000 m2 is 1 dekar Read More
Cost of fencing by grumpyoldbird
Hi guys, I'm still trying to price the cost of a move to Bulgaria and one of things that has cost me quite a lot of money in France, is the fencing. I fitted it all myself and I shopped about for the best deals, but it still me around 2k euros. The ...
Ask people there. Prices are cheap in cash not the big shops. We bought the fence and cocrete posts from one abandoned house. 500 bgn enough for 1.5 dekar. Read More
Driving to Bulgaria through Serbia with the dog by Vieno
Hi, we'll drive by car from Finland to Bulgaria and we are considering this time to drive through Serbia instead Romania. We have a dog with us and I've been trying to find out what the dog should have and what is not needed, when passing a ...
Artem you are transit from Bulgaria. This mean youre dog did not stay in Serbia. Read More
Driving to Bulgaria from UK.. custom tax? by Holly1
Hi Guys,We have driven loads of times between the UK and BG, however not since BREXIT. Now i know if we are sending a parcel from the UK its a lot more complicated now, it gets stopped in france and we have to pay customs tax and list everything. We ...
Only look for official Serbia information because old people on expat hate Serbia and give fake information.Real Serbia information:https://www.vet.minpolj.gov.rs/movement-of-pets/ Read More
Driving to Bulgaria through Serbia with the dog by Vieno
Hi, we'll drive by car from Finland to Bulgaria and we are considering this time to drive through Serbia instead Romania. We have a dog with us and I've been trying to find out what the dog should have and what is not needed, when passing a ...
Norway is same as EU for custom and transit. Only look for official Serbia information because old people on expat hate Serbia and give fake information.Real Serbia information:https://www.vet.minpolj.gov.rs/movement-of-pets/ Read More
Driving to Bulgaria from UK.. custom tax? by Holly1
Hi Guys,We have driven loads of times between the UK and BG, however not since BREXIT. Now i know if we are sending a parcel from the UK its a lot more complicated now, it gets stopped in france and we have to pay customs tax and list everything. We ...
She could go back and not quarantine the dogs. All countrys have rules for foreign animals and alcohol equipment. Are the dogs ok? Read More
Safety of Pet Dogs in Bulgaria by The Doghouse
I am thinking of buying in Bulgaria, but I am worried about the attitude of Bulgarians towards dogs. I have seen posts about poisoning of dogs, cruelty, shootings. Is this the norm or if you keep your dogs safe within your own property and walk ...
@Snowball6 have in Plovidiv? Read More
Driving to Bulgaria from UK.. custom tax? by Holly1
Hi Guys,We have driven loads of times between the UK and BG, however not since BREXIT. Now i know if we are sending a parcel from the UK its a lot more complicated now, it gets stopped in france and we have to pay customs tax and list everything. We ...
@wtruckyboyThanks for your reply, yes I will make sure I list everything and make as detailed inventory as I can! And no way am I ever going through Serbia again lol. Beautiful country.. but they ain't in the EU and it's just trouble. A friend got ... Read More
Driving to Bulgaria from UK.. custom tax? by Holly1
Hi Guys,We have driven loads of times between the UK and BG, however not since BREXIT. Now i know if we are sending a parcel from the UK its a lot more complicated now, it gets stopped in france and we have to pay customs tax and list everything. We ...
You will need an inventary..lidt of all goods..state second hand and household goods.I doubt it will be checked..but psperwork is a must.State also the address in bg..and the ex address in uk..as much info as possible makes life easier.And after all ... Read More
The importance of local language in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hey everyone, As an expat, language questions often arise due to the need to communicate effectively in a new country. We’re curious to read your experiences with learning and using the local language in Bulgaria. Here are some questions to ...
People like foreigners that try. Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
And fake informations about Bosna. Read More
Safety of Pet Dogs in Bulgaria by The Doghouse
I am thinking of buying in Bulgaria, but I am worried about the attitude of Bulgarians towards dogs. I have seen posts about poisoning of dogs, cruelty, shootings. Is this the norm or if you keep your dogs safe within your own property and walk ...
People in cities are nice to dogs. In the village it is different. Wait 10 years. Read More
Studena area by leamnffc
Hello all, I’m just wondering if there’s anyone that lives in or around Studena and could recommend a good builder please. many thanks in advance
Ask people in the village. Read More
Registering my UK Car by grahamstark1
Over the past week i have tried to register my Renault trafic at Vratsa KAT, all documents and import taxes were in order but Technotest refused to do a conformity test and said they were no longer allowed to register RHD UK vehicles since Brexit. ...
Its discrimination of course against brits from the eu gestapo.-@wtruckyboyFAKEIreland and Cyprus drive Rhd. They are EU countries. Read More
Silly question? by grumpyoldbird
Hi guys, there has been some really good input on this forum, but one repetitive theme, is new arrivals finding their purchase in a bit of a state. I've had my French house for 16 years, but only moved over last year. Because of Covid I hadn't ...
@grumpyoldbird ask people in the village. Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@wtruckyboy Did you go for holday in Bosnia? You give the opposite advice. Rumania is for trucks and Serbia is better for cars. But Bosnia? this is not true advice? Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@Yuri1976 @wtruckyboyThere is no road to UK with Bosnia? Or I dont understand why you talk about Bosna? Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@wtruckyboyCan u give me this route that you have mentioned as one other that I have been given would take me to Nuremberg, Frankfurt and I want to end up in Dunkirk. Avoiding Serbia and Bosnia. Cheers JC. -@jimcrickuk69Why Bosnia? Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@jimcrickuk69 electronic. You dont put them on windows. Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@jimcrickuk69 my husband thinks not. Try SDI and I&G. Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@SimCityAT via Michelin shows you fuel rates. That is nice. Try waze too. It js live with traffic police and crash warnings. All my friends in Bulgaria use it. We use it a lot in Bulgaria. Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@SimCityAT is via Michelin good like waze? Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
There is no route Bulgaria to Hungary in Bosnia. Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@wtruckyboy what I am missing? Why do you go to Bosnia if he is going to UK? Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@Yuri1976 why Bosnia? There is the motorway Serbia - Hungary Read More
Driving to Bulgaria through Serbia with the dog by Vieno
Hi, we'll drive by car from Finland to Bulgaria and we are considering this time to drive through Serbia instead Romania. We have a dog with us and I've been trying to find out what the dog should have and what is not needed, when passing a ...
@Vieno yes Read More
Driving to Bulgaria through Serbia with the dog by Vieno
Hi, we'll drive by car from Finland to Bulgaria and we are considering this time to drive through Serbia instead Romania. We have a dog with us and I've been trying to find out what the dog should have and what is not needed, when passing a ...
You are TRANSIT not moving to Serbia Read More
Driving to Bulgaria through Serbia with the dog by Vieno
Hi, we'll drive by car from Finland to Bulgaria and we are considering this time to drive through Serbia instead Romania. We have a dog with us and I've been trying to find out what the dog should have and what is not needed, when passing a ...
Same like EU. Read More
Varna - cost of renovation. Looking for info/ideas around costs by Yuri1976
Hello there,I have just hooked up a house near Varna. The house has 'most' renovation done, but there are still a few 'must' and some others that I would be interested in (over some time).First off, The cost to render all the external walls (brick ...
You mean villa zone maybe? Wow I think 10 or 20 thousand no 1 or 2. Read More
Employee Registration in Bulgaria by mk55
Hey guys,I need your advice/help. I have an employer who wants to hire me in Bulgaria. I am a EU citizen, so I went to Bulgaria and received my long term residence with a help of lawyer. So with that I also received my personal number. I gave this ...
Maybe he mean bulstat statistic Read More
Employee Registration in Bulgaria by mk55
Hey guys,I need your advice/help. I have an employer who wants to hire me in Bulgaria. I am a EU citizen, so I went to Bulgaria and received my long term residence with a help of lawyer. So with that I also received my personal number. I gave this ...
My boss did not select LNC instead of EGN when he payrolled me. Tell your boss it is easy to fix. LNC is the tax id. Read More
Varna - cost of renovation. Looking for info/ideas around costs by Yuri1976
Hello there,I have just hooked up a house near Varna. The house has 'most' renovation done, but there are still a few 'must' and some others that I would be interested in (over some time).First off, The cost to render all the external walls (brick ...
@gwynj gypsy guy fixed my barn. He was working for my neighbour before. Very good and cheap. Read More
Varna - cost of renovation. Looking for info/ideas around costs by Yuri1976
Hello there,I have just hooked up a house near Varna. The house has 'most' renovation done, but there are still a few 'must' and some others that I would be interested in (over some time).First off, The cost to render all the external walls (brick ...
Ask people in the village. Read More
Terracotta tiles by leedigings2
Any suggestions where to buy hexagonal terracotta floor tiles? Ideally in Vratsa or Sofia area. Thanks!
Only porcelain I think? Read More
Moving to Sofia by herman65
English is not my native language so i hope everything below is readable.We (my wife and i ) are an older couple moving and working around the world for some years.My wife mostly in hotels and service centres. I work mostly as an overall manager ...
There are some Dutch in my area near Panagyurishte. Read More
Your first days in your home in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Do you remember the first time you set foot in Bulgaria? One of your main concerns must have been the settling down process in your new home. Share your experience and tell us what it was like to find your new home in Bulgaria ...
Beautiful story. I read it two times. Read More
Your first days in your home in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Do you remember the first time you set foot in Bulgaria? One of your main concerns must have been the settling down process in your new home. Share your experience and tell us what it was like to find your new home in Bulgaria ...
Very beautiful story. Love is everywhere in Bulgaria. Read More
Company that knows how to lay tiles by sophiefreilich
Hello,I am looking for a company that knows how to lay tiles in my house near Varna.Who can help me.Thanks.Sophie
Better go asking neighbours and Bulgarian friends. Good luck SophieNastia x x Read More
Confused,nieve by biergatecanine
Hi. I have just started looking at possibly relocating to Bulgaria from U.k. i am wanting to move permanently to bulgaria. As i am researching, i maybe misunderstanding it. Can anyone answer. If and when i have bought a property in bulgaria. Can i ...
Russian etc? Are you in Sveti Vlas Свети-Влас? It is not little. Maybe you are in another place. Read More
Confused,nieve by biergatecanine
Hi. I have just started looking at possibly relocating to Bulgaria from U.k. i am wanting to move permanently to bulgaria. As i am researching, i maybe misunderstanding it. Can anyone answer. If and when i have bought a property in bulgaria. Can i ...
All tourists in Vlas are Russian Ukrainian or Kazakh. In Sunny Beach English or German . Tourists put me off either. I choose near to Plovdiv. It is Bulgarian and expats are non EU. In my location live Iceland American and Turkey. Good diversity ... Read More
Roof replacement cost by janemulberry
Has anyone recently had a roof replaced? Would you share how much it cost? I've been quoted a very high amount for mine, far more thn I expected.
Yes but too much difference with price for the same job 🤔 and if you want a fakture. Read More
Bulgarian Cuisine by Adriana Petrova
Will be helping a friend with a new menu in her restaurant, could you please share what you like and dislike about Bulgarian cuisine, thank you
@Jules999 me the same sit and relax as the Bulgarians do. We are foreigners and must do as Bulgarians. Its too funny when foteigners get angry in Bulgarian restaurants if starters get served with main meal. Read More
Bulgarian Cuisine by Adriana Petrova
Will be helping a friend with a new menu in her restaurant, could you please share what you like and dislike about Bulgarian cuisine, thank you
@Adriana Petrova kepp the Bulgarian way. Eating drinking all night. Read More
Bulgarian Cuisine by Adriana Petrova
Will be helping a friend with a new menu in her restaurant, could you please share what you like and dislike about Bulgarian cuisine, thank you
@Adriana Petrova yes too big. Read More
Company that knows how to lay tiles by sophiefreilich
Hello,I am looking for a company that knows how to lay tiles in my house near Varna.Who can help me.Thanks.Sophie
Ask your neighbours? Read More
Roof replacement cost by janemulberry
Has anyone recently had a roof replaced? Would you share how much it cost? I've been quoted a very high amount for mine, far more thn I expected.
Never seen this language batrier. Always find someone who speaks English or Russian. Read More
Confused,nieve by biergatecanine
Hi. I have just started looking at possibly relocating to Bulgaria from U.k. i am wanting to move permanently to bulgaria. As i am researching, i maybe misunderstanding it. Can anyone answer. If and when i have bought a property in bulgaria. Can i ...
All expats where I live are non EU. Vlas is full of Russian Kazakh Ukrainian and Moldovan Read More
Clearing out a Property by GuestPoster357
I'm going to be clearing out / cleaning up a Property and garden when I arrive in Bulgarja I know normal household waste is collected in villages but what do I do if I have a lot of stuff to get rid of like garden waste and stuff from an old barn - ...
Does someone know the official way to do it? Read More
Bulgarian Cuisine by Adriana Petrova
Will be helping a friend with a new menu in her restaurant, could you please share what you like and dislike about Bulgarian cuisine, thank you
I have eaten skembe, and have to admit it's an acquired taste, but it was ok. My partner, who is Bulgarian tells me it's the traditional hangover cure!My favourite quick dish is probably mish mash, which should tick the vegetarian box for ... Read More
Banking 2023 by brandon76
Hello all, wondering if anyone can help..I need to open a bank account in BG in order to get a residency permit. However, it seems after multiple attempts this is easier said than completed! I keep getting asked for residence permit/ID, but I ...
Passport is not important. These are laws in every country. Read More
Bulgaria Bankruptcy Auctions - cheap property? by gwynj
I recently found the website which lists the bailiffs in Bulgaria, and the properties that they have for sale as a result of bankruptcy/repossession.I'm not sure how easy it is to actually to do a deal. It's all in Bulgarian, and the process seems ...
@gwynjYes and as this is Bulgaria there is an officer in charge of all bailiffs. Rumor has it that he tips off his friends in advance and then applies pressure to assure that the winning bid in provided or other shenanigans. I was naive ... Read More
Postbank, reviews & Thoughts! by Pedro_Santos
Hey everyone, so I'm searching for banks in Bulgaria and wanted to know if anybody has got Postbank, I see they have 2 current branches in Yambol where I'll be a 23 minute drive from and just wanted some opinions as I want to get my residency out of ...
@mutley do you have a lot of money in FIB? I dont think they care too much if you dont. Read More
Clearing out a Property by GuestPoster357
I'm going to be clearing out / cleaning up a Property and garden when I arrive in Bulgarja I know normal household waste is collected in villages but what do I do if I have a lot of stuff to get rid of like garden waste and stuff from an old barn - ...
That is sad. Bulgaria is very beautiful. Read More
Clearing out a Property by GuestPoster357
I'm going to be clearing out / cleaning up a Property and garden when I arrive in Bulgarja I know normal household waste is collected in villages but what do I do if I have a lot of stuff to get rid of like garden waste and stuff from an old barn - ...
It is not official really? Read More
Bulgarian Cuisine by Adriana Petrova
Will be helping a friend with a new menu in her restaurant, could you please share what you like and dislike about Bulgarian cuisine, thank you
I would never eat shkembe. Would not give it to my dog. Read More
Clearing out a Property by GuestPoster357
I'm going to be clearing out / cleaning up a Property and garden when I arrive in Bulgarja I know normal household waste is collected in villages but what do I do if I have a lot of stuff to get rid of like garden waste and stuff from an old barn - ...
Opa lolol but you said municple? Read More
Postbank, reviews & Thoughts! by Pedro_Santos
Hey everyone, so I'm searching for banks in Bulgaria and wanted to know if anybody has got Postbank, I see they have 2 current branches in Yambol where I'll be a 23 minute drive from and just wanted some opinions as I want to get my residency out of ...
Postbak were ok in Plovdiv and not ok inPanagyurishte. I think they are not all the same. Read More
Clearing out a Property by GuestPoster357
I'm going to be clearing out / cleaning up a Property and garden when I arrive in Bulgarja I know normal household waste is collected in villages but what do I do if I have a lot of stuff to get rid of like garden waste and stuff from an old barn - ...
Corter. Do you know how to book themuniciple trailer? Read More