frazer2022
English expat in Bulgaria
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Registration: 16 April 2024
Solar installation question
I am looking to install a solar system to help reduce the electricity bills. I will probably only install 2 or 3 kw in total and not include any batteries.This should provide most of my power for the summer months and just help reduce the bills ... Read More
House sale and tax?
I have just got permanent residency and am looking at possibly changing the house into my personal name from a company.I understand that if I sell the house with a company ownership then I would have to pay tax on the gain. Is this correct?I assume ... Read More
Streaming platforms by SimCityAT
I've come across Fawesome TV, and it is free; it is perfectly legal. It is paid for by advertisements, but if you have an ad blocker on your computer, you might skip the ads. There is even a British section.
Plex is OK but a lot of ads.Tubi I find the best one as far are ads goes.They are all pretty much the same depending on if you want to watch films of TV stuff Read More
Turkish Shopping Trips by Zooldrool
Those living near the boarder do you take regular regular trips to Turkey for cheaper produce and other essentials?. I am curious, as prices rise in Bulgaria are more people living near the boarder making regular shopping trips?
The prices are not that much different. Not worth the drive just to save a few Leva.Its nice to go to Turkey or Greece just for a change and a day out.Greece is very easy now as there are no border checks.I now cycle into Greece regularly because of ... Read More
Free puppy. Svilengrad area by frazer2022
We have just taken in a young male puppy. I'm guessing that he is around 6 months old and we would like someone to give him a permanent home.He was dumped in our village a couple of weeks ago and now he is living part time in our garden where he is ...
If you send me your email on PM I can send you some photo's. Read More
Free puppy. Svilengrad area by frazer2022
We have just taken in a young male puppy. I'm guessing that he is around 6 months old and we would like someone to give him a permanent home.He was dumped in our village a couple of weeks ago and now he is living part time in our garden where he is ...
Thanks for your reply,Just let me know once you return as its not easy to find a home for dogs here, so he could still be with us in October.Are you local to Svilengrad? Read More
Free puppy. Svilengrad area
We have just taken in a young male puppy. I'm guessing that he is around 6 months old and we would like someone to give him a permanent home.He was dumped in our village a couple of weeks ago and now he is living part time in our garden where he is ... Read More
Trailer registration?
Does anyone know how to register a trailer here in Bulgaria?Is there a size that doesn't require registration? Up to 750kg for example, or do all trailers need to be registered.If so would I need a certificate of conformity?Thanks. Read More
Yellow fever certificate? by frazer2022
Does anyone know how / where to get a yellow fever certificate here in Bulgaria?I require one to travel to Africa in a couple of months.
Perfect. Thank you. Read More
Yellow fever certificate?
Does anyone know how / where to get a yellow fever certificate here in Bulgaria?I require one to travel to Africa in a couple of months. Read More
Postal service in Bulgaria by RH Canning
Hi all,I'm new to the forum and thought I'd say hello. I'm from Northern Ireland but currently living in Scotland. I'm considering moving to Bulgaria at the beginning of next year and hope to use the forums to find out more details as I've no idea ...
I find BG post is great within the EU. The problem is the UK since Brexit. I have post from the UK that takes months, but this is the UK holding it and not BG post.If I have items posted to me from within the EU it only takes a few days.Items from ... Read More
Vets in Bulgaria. by frenchcollector29
Hi we are thinking of retiring to Bulgaria in the next couple of years , we have 2 dogs and were wondering how the vets are in Bulgaria . Thanks Ian
We moved from France about 4 years ago and dont regret it one bit. Much nicer people here and much easier to get sorted with documentation etc We are close to Svilengrad which has everything that you would need. There are several vets in town so no ... 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 ?
They use the modular stuff. You can buy it but you can also rent from your local builders merchant very cheap. Read More
Kit cars registration to drive on road by Yuri1976
Hello,This might sound odd, but I would like some info about kit cars.I plan on building one and want to know if anyone has any experience and if you can get plates to drive them legally on the road.For references, Kit cars are usually built on ...
I would look at a lotus 7 type car Read More
Kit cars registration to drive on road by Yuri1976
Hello,This might sound odd, but I would like some info about kit cars.I plan on building one and want to know if anyone has any experience and if you can get plates to drive them legally on the road.For references, Kit cars are usually built on ...
Very interested to hear how you get on. i would love to build one also Read More
Wild camping / van life by smouse92000
Hello,I want to travel in my van to Bulgaria and Romania but someone said I should not be driving at night or sleeping in my van on the road because could be dangerous. Any tips, advice?thank you
We live in southern Bulgaria are there are often campers / vans in the area. it is normal here in Bulgaria.Fisherman also often camp next to rivers for many days. Read More
Transporting car from Rotterdam by TonyFF
Do you know any agency that can transport my car from the port of Rotterdam to Sofia?( or anywhere else in Bulgaria but preferably to Sofia)
I used this guy 3 years ago to collect my car from Croatia. You can try him.Ersin Halil*** Read More
Car export by frazer2022
I am selling my BG registered car and it is possibly going to another EU country. Does anyone know the procedure and paperwork requirements for exporting a car?Thanks.
Good point. It could well be. Read More
Bansko apartment investment?
I am considering buying an apartment for investment. I was thinking either Bansko or the coast near to Burgas.Does anyone have experience of this for holiday rentals and what is your experience?I am really interested to find out if there are any ... Read More
Car export
I am selling my BG registered car and it is possibly going to another EU country. Does anyone know the procedure and paperwork requirements for exporting a car?Thanks. Read More
Vehicle import by jasmith837
Morning all. After a fruitless search I've turned to the oracle. As I understand it, I can bring a vehicle when I move to Bulgaria. The question is can my wife also bring her own vehicle? We both have motorcycles and we'd like to try and bring ...
Yes you can. I brought 2 cars with me and just transferred them over no problem.I dont remember the exact procedure, but I believe that you are OK so long as you have owned the vehicles for more than 6 months. Read More
Studena/Svilengrad by GuestPoster5648
Hi folks recently purchased a property in Studena/Svilengrad. Was wondering if any expats are in the village or local area and will be looking for recommendations for trades like electrical and roofer if any one can help please let me know Thank you
Number for roofer sent by private message. Read More
Studena/Svilengrad by GuestPoster5648
Hi folks recently purchased a property in Studena/Svilengrad. Was wondering if any expats are in the village or local area and will be looking for recommendations for trades like electrical and roofer if any one can help please let me know Thank you
I can give you the number of a good roofer. He is in Siva Reka but will travel. He doesnt speak any English though. Read More