VillageLife
American looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 20 July 2024
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OMG fires raging across Bulgaria by Mrs Homemaker
https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/wildfires-rage-across-bulgaria-destroying-forests-homes-2025-07-27/Villages have been evacuated,聽 So far no loss of life thank goodness Its just an awful state of affairs.聽 I do hope everyone ...
Where should people avoid when buying?. South Yambol region and others?? Read More
Pre Brexit Residency Card Renewal by cyberescue1
So, the time has come to renew my 5 year, EU, pre Brexit, residency card and obtain a 10 year permanent residency one.... Well, that's what I thought, but bureaucracy in Bulgaria reigns...I received my existing card in October 2020, but the expiry ...
@cyberescue1 I think it's, you have to be married for at least 3 years AND already hold permanent residence status to them apply for citizenship. Read More
Pre Brexit Residency Card Renewal by cyberescue1
So, the time has come to renew my 5 year, EU, pre Brexit, residency card and obtain a 10 year permanent residency one.... Well, that's what I thought, but bureaucracy in Bulgaria reigns...I received my existing card in October 2020, but the expiry ...
@SimCityAT Agree with this. I think he is referring to the D marriage visa which I think you can get Permanent Residence after 3 years. Once they have their permanent residence (10 years) for at least 3 years and married for at least 3 years (there ... Read More
Internet - Sorry if this is a well worn question by wrightkarl
As part of the process of working out how we're going to relocate, I need to consider being able to continue working on line.Outside of the major towns and cities, what's internet speed and reliability like ? I know it's a big question with many ...
Worth checking for a good bus service. Then you can have the best of both worlds...village living but easy to pop into town when you need. Read More
Internet - Sorry if this is a well worn question by wrightkarl
As part of the process of working out how we're going to relocate, I need to consider being able to continue working on line.Outside of the major towns and cities, what's internet speed and reliability like ? I know it's a big question with many ...
Villages that satellite large towns should be good for Internet. I have been very impressed with the connections in villages. Shouldn't have any trouble, but good to double check of course before you buy anywhere. Read More
Recommendations for Banks in Bulgaria (EU Citizen) by sfriggieri75
Hi everyone. Can anyone please share which bank is best for opening an account as an EU citizen in Bulgaria, and what documents are required? 馃檹
Any bank that is really good in English?. App can be changed to English etc? Read More
Coming by myself with just my dogs, plan a on selling everything by KennrLynn
Hi, I'm Kenner. Currently living in Missouri USA but dreaming of moving to Bulgaria as I am on Social security disability, and can barely afford to live in the US anymore. My plan is to pay the 8 years I have left on my property off early then ...
Welcome onboard Kenner. Good luck to you. Read More
Don't Miss The Boat! by JimJ
https://novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233456
@JimJ The one and the same. Our closest metropolis. In terms of property it's insane, but glad for the country and those who own property (especially in Sofia). Read More
Don't Miss The Boat! by JimJ
https://novinite.com/view_news.php?id=233456
I thought this was about the new (well to be new) direct boat service from Burgas to Istanbul. It feels like they promise that this is "just about to begin" every year.....I am still waiting....I can't wait to sail across for some of that tasty ... Read More
Changes for listening to BBC audio outside the UK by SimCityAT
Earlier this year, BBC Studios launched a new audio service outside the UK on BBC.com and the BBC app. This includes BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service English and access to thousands of hours of podcasts.As part of the announcement, we said we planned ...
All hail the VPN Read More
Giurgui Bridge or Ferry? by jeanmandredeix
I am currently planning our trip home to arrange residency but we had a nightmare at Giurgui Bridge and every time I pass it always looks terrible no matter early or late. So, question is, is there a good time to get across it and if not, what are ...
@jeanmandredeix Is it too much of a detour to go via Vidin?. I've never driven it, always fly. Read More
Pomorie or Sveti Vlas or Sozopol for 12 months / permanent stay by Raizori
Hello everyone 馃憢, Could I get recommendations for full year living in those towns. I am not interested in nightlife much only chill stay. Do not mind crowds in beach in season. Ideally some fresh food from market restaurant open whole year ...
Agree with the recommendations for Burgas or Varna. If your looking to buy and live all year round but also want quick access to the beaches and sea, they are both great. Can always try to get a "cheap" studio in one of the resorts for summer and ... Read More
Looking forward to the Euro?? by VillageLife
I can presume the general consensus from some of the regulars here :) but let's see...I am curious....what are your thoughts about the imminent euro adoption?. Will you be sad to see the leva go?. Will it be easier for you using euros?.Any ...
@SimCityAT Sorry didn't see the others. Read More
Looking forward to the Euro?? by VillageLife
I can presume the general consensus from some of the regulars here :) but let's see...I am curious....what are your thoughts about the imminent euro adoption?. Will you be sad to see the leva go?. Will it be easier for you using euros?.Any ...
@gwynj Great answer...you've covered everything! Read More
Looking forward to the Euro??
I can presume the general consensus from some of the regulars here :) but let's see...I am curious....what are your thoughts about the imminent euro adoption?. Will you be sad to see the leva go?. Will it be easier for you using euros?.Any ... Read More