All prices above in Euro. Prices may vary (e.g. non-EU citizen, changes in the legislation, etc.).
What is best for you? Send us a message and we help you in your decision process to find the right option for you. Additionally, we offer a 30 minute consultation call for €59 to provide you with fast and reliable information upfront. Please, see the contact page for details.
Residency application will be done in Bulgaria (the town of Blagoevgrad). The timeframe of the
residency process is three business days and includes following steps.
1. Check and assistance with prerequisites for application (see below)
2. Fill application forms and notarization of documents
3. Taking photo for ID card.
4. Collecting ID card
The prerequisites for Residency Service are:
a) Proof of address (rental agreement, or deeds of ownership)
b) Copy of debit/credit card or personal Bank account
c) Valid EU Health insurance card or local private insurance
d) Valid EU Passport or ID Card (at least one year or longer)
The application process for non-EU citizens is different and does require more paperwork and preparation. We offer residency service for non-EU citizens. In case you are non-EU citizen it is best to book a 30 minute consultation call that will allow to explain the process in depth and answer questions you might have, book a call right away or send an inquiry on the contact page.
In order to start a freelance business it is required to have a valid Bulgarian Residency card and a prove or diploma to work in this field.
Prerequisites for Freelance Business:
a) Valid Bulgarian Residency Card
b) School or apprenticeship diploma, alternative a course certificate to work in this field.
c) Valid Passport
d) Address in Bulgaria to open a bank account
Note: A freelance business is not a legal entity in itself, the physical person behind the freelance business is the legal entity and therefore has 100% liability.
For the company formation you do not need residency in Bulgaria. The timeframe of opening a company is around 5 business days and for VAT registration about 10 business days (VAT registration may be necessary). We offer remote business formation and can guide you though the process (remote formation requires additional paperwork and service, please ask specifically for remote formation).
Prerequisites for Company Formation:
a) Company Capital (min. 2 BGN)
b) Opening a Company Capital Bank Account (bank fees are not included in our pricing)
c) Valid Passport
d) You will need to provide an address if you reside outside of Bulgaria.
f) European bank account.
More questions? Please request further information or book a consulting call.
Uwe is one of the many consultants I spoke to about Bulgaria (I got the paid consult) and I’ve got the impression of him being the most diligent and pedantic of them all. He broke it down for me from every angle.
Ignaz
Business Owner
Was a great call. Very friendly and informative. Got provided a customised offer after the call. Really couldn’t ask for anything more : )
Tom
Freelancer
Efficient. Quick response. Free call that solved a lot of questions! Uwe was very helpful and the call worth worth the money.
Doro
Freelancer
Uwe has offered his time generously to inform me about all details while I am planning to start a small online business working from Bulgaria. An excellent service.
Bianca
Freelance
Uwe did a great job explaining how the whole process works and he was always available for questions. Even in my special case (I am Swiss), he was knowledgeable and made sure to get back to me in time.
Severin
Lead Product Engineer
Uwe is really committed to his work, he went the extra mile to learn more about my case and provide me the most accurate information.
Milica
Freelancer
MyStartBulgaria.com was recommended to me by a friend so I decided to give it a try. I booked a call with Uwe, who was very friendly and explained the whole process. From then on it all happened very fast and absolutely seamlessly.
Fabio
Architect & DevOps
Your smooth experience is our top priority!
We will help you to get residency and guide you through the entire application process. We will fill all the government forms, stay in close contact with you and handle all the necessary steps.
You can register your business hassle-free!
Let us take care of the details and help you to sort your business situation for you. Our experience allows you to have peace of mind. We work with reliable local partners and subject-matter experts.
Our service provides a smooth experience from beginning to end. We know the process and all its intricacies in depth. All fees and costs upfront – no hidden costs. Get started with ease!
Book a consulting call to get the information you need quickly.
We offer to refund the consulting call in case you open your business with us!
Do you need Additional Services? We offer tailor-made packages and individualized quotes.