Apply for Bulgaria's Digital Nomad Visa with expert guidance. Document preparation, consulate support, and a guaranteed-acceptance residential address included. Also available: company registration for non-EU founders.
Bulgaria's Digital Nomad Visa is a Type D long-stay visa introduced in December 2025 under amendments to the Law on Foreigners. It allows non-EU/EEA citizens who work remotely for employers or clients outside Bulgaria to live legally in the country for up to one year, renewable once for a total of two years. Unlike standard work permits, the Digital Nomad Visa does not permit employment by Bulgarian companies — holders must earn their income exclusively from foreign sources.
Bulgaria is one of the most attractive digital nomad destinations in the EU: a flat 10% personal income tax for tax residents (those spending 183+ days per year), a low cost of living compared to Western Europe, fast internet infrastructure, and — since January 2026 — full Eurozone membership with euro-denominated banking and payments. The visa also provides access to Bulgaria's national healthcare system and the ability to travel within the Schengen Area.
Non-EU citizens employed by a company registered outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, working remotely for that employer from Bulgaria.
Self-employed individuals providing remote services to foreign clients, with at least 1 year of freelance history prior to applying.
Owners or managers of companies registered outside the EU who do not engage in business activity within Bulgaria.
All applicants must demonstrate an average annual income of at least €31,000 (approximately €2,583/month) for the previous calendar year.
Applicants must hold valid health insurance covering Bulgaria for the full duration of stay, with minimum coverage of €30,000.
A criminal record certificate from the applicant's country of residence is required, apostilled and translated into Bulgarian.
Prepare your passport, proof of income (tax returns, bank statements, or contracts), health insurance policy, criminal record certificate, and proof of accommodation in Bulgaria. All foreign documents must be apostilled and translated into Bulgarian.
Submit your Type D long-stay visa application at the Bulgarian embassy or consulate in your country of residence. Pay the consular fee and attend your appointment with all original documents.
The consulate processes your application in 1–2 months. During this time, they may request additional documents or clarifications.
Once your Type D visa is issued, travel to Bulgaria and enter the country. You have 14 days from arrival to apply for your residence permit at the local Migration Directorate.
The Migration Directorate processes your residence permit application in 2–4 weeks. Once issued, you can legally reside and work remotely from Bulgaria for one year.
Company formation in just 3-5 business days. We handle all documentation and submissions.
Guaranteed compliance with Bulgarian commercial law and EU regulations.
Complete the entire process remotely with a Power of Attorney. No travel required.
End-to-end support for your Digital Nomad Visa application. One-time fee, no hidden charges.
Complete document review, consulate preparation, and application support.
Visa assistance bundled with a visa-compliant residential address.
Government visa fees (approx. €100) are separate. Free 15-minute initial consultation included.
A watertight 12-month residential contract ready for embassy submission.
The mandatory notarized validation from the property owner approving your residency.
Express DHL delivery of the physical, wet-ink signed documents straight to your door globally.
Review of your application dossier (income proof, background checks) to ensure embassy success.
Purchase the Nomad Resident package. We execute the notarisation locally and mail you the physical rental contracts.
Submit your complete dossier to the Bulgarian consulate in your home country. Visa issuance takes 30-45 days.
Enter on your new Type D visa, visit the local Migration Directorate, file for the final ID card, and enjoy your residency.
It is initially issued for up to 1 year, and can be easily renewed annually as long as you maintain the income requirements.
You must show stable remote income equivalent to at least 3x the Bulgarian minimum wage (roughly €1,500/month).
Yes, once your Type D visa and residency permit are approved, you can apply for family reunification for spouses and dependents.
If you reside in Bulgaria for more than 183 days a year, you generally become a tax resident and benefit from the flat 10% personal income tax rate.
To maintain the residency permit, standard rules apply, but the Nomad Visa offers high flexibility for remote workers traveling globally.
Yes, if you wish to operate as an individual freelancer rather than forming an EOOD/OOD, the Nomad Visa is the streamlined path for non-EU citizens.
You will need a valid passport, proof of remote employment or freelance income (contract + 3 months bank statements), health insurance covering Bulgaria, and an accommodation proof. We prepare and review your full dossier before submission.
Yes. After your Type D visa is approved and you enter Bulgaria, you can apply for a long-term residence certificate at the Bulgarian Migration Directorate. This allows stays of up to 1 year, renewably, without leaving the Schengen zone.
Bulgaria joined the Schengen Area in January 2025. Holders of a valid Bulgarian national visa (Type D) or residence permit can travel freely within the Schengen zone without border checks.
Yes. The Digital Nomad Visa requires that your income derives from clients or employers based outside Bulgaria. Income from Bulgarian clients or a Bulgarian company does not qualify for this visa category.
The minimum gross income must be at least three times the Bulgarian minimum wage per month. As of 2025, this equates to approximately €1,860/month gross. We verify your documents against the latest requirements before submission.
Yes. Many EMIs and some traditional Bulgarian banks accept Type D visa holders as clients. We coordinate your banking setup in parallel with your visa application to save time.
Applications are submitted through the Bulgarian consulate or embassy in your country of residence. There is no centralised online portal; we guide you through the exact requirements for your jurisdiction.
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