Bulgaria: from your first visit to moving here

19.06.2026 Life in Bulgaria

Bringing a Dog or Cat into Bulgaria from Ukraine: Documents, Microchip, Vaccinations, and Renting a Place to Stay

Before travelling from Ukraine to Bulgaria with a dog or cat, organise veterinary documents and your first entry into the EU before buying tickets. Check identification, rabies vaccination, antibody testing and certification. Permission to keep a pet in rented accommodation is a separate arrangement with the owner.

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19.06.2026 Moving and residency

Residence Permits, Long-Term Residence Permits, and Permanent Residence in Bulgaria for Ukrainians in 2026: Options After Temporary Protection

A Guide to Residence Permits, Long-Term Residence Permits, and Permanent Residence in Bulgaria for Ukrainians After Temporary Protection: Eligibility Criteria, Risks, Action Plan, and Questions for a Lawyer.

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19.06.2026 Life in Bulgaria

Vignettes, Parking, and Toll Roads in Bulgaria: What Ukrainian Drivers Need to Know

How Ukrainian drivers can navigate vignettes, parking, toll zones, and toll roads in Bulgaria without incurring unnecessary fines.

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19.06.2026 Life in Bulgaria

Admission to Bulgarian Universities for Ukrainians in 2026: Documents, Costs, and Scholarships

Let’s take a look at how Ukrainians can apply to a Bulgarian university in 2026: required documents, costs, scholarships, deadlines, and choosing a city to study in.

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19.06.2026 Taxes and paperwork

How a Ukrainian Can Start a Business in Bulgaria in 2026: EOOD, OOD, Costs, and First Steps

Establishing an EOOD or OOD in Bulgaria for a Ukrainian: Documents, Costs, Taxes, Banking, Accounting, and First Steps Before Registration in 2026.

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19.06.2026 Cities and resorts

Life in Sofia, Varna, Burgas, or Plovdiv: Where Is the Best Place for Ukrainians to Live in Bulgaria?

We compare Sofia, Varna, Burgas, and Plovdiv in terms of housing, employment, schools, healthcare, transportation, and how easy it is for Ukrainians to settle in, drawing practical conclusions.

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19.06.2026 Moving and residency

Moving to Bulgaria from Ukraine: A Checklist of Documents, Expenses, and First Steps Once You Arrive

Checklist for Moving to Bulgaria from Ukraine: Documents, Budget, Housing, Banks, Healthcare, Schools, and First Steps After Arrival—Without Panicking.

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19.06.2026 Life in Bulgaria

Buying a Car and Registering a Ukrainian Vehicle in Bulgaria: Rules, Costs, and Fines

We compare buying a car in Bulgaria with registering a Ukrainian car: documents, costs, insurance, vehicle inspection, and possible fines.

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19.06.2026 Taxes and paperwork

Taxes and Income Reporting for Ukrainians in Bulgaria: Employment, Sole Proprietorships, Remote Work, and Freelancing

Let’s break down when Ukrainians need to pay taxes in Bulgaria, and how to handle payroll, sole proprietorships, remote work, and freelancing without unnecessary risks or mistakes.

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