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Bulgarian Citizenship: living and working in Bulgaria


Lately, Bulgaria has become the destination of many people. Life is cheaper, you can make good investments at low prices and, for us the Italians, it still means to live in Europe.

You can live in Bulgaria as mere residents or you can decide to take the citizenship. If you want to move permanently the last option is the one that suits you.

How to acquire the Bulgarian citizenship?


First, you must apply for the permanent residence, which lasts for a year and shall be renewed for 5 consecutive years. That's the basic standard time to acquire the Bulgarian citizenship and passport.

Bulgarian Citizenship


Bulgarian Citizenship: living and working in Bulgaria


The Country also requires to be able to speak a fluent Bulgarian language and, therefore, there will be a language skill test. As aspiring citizens, you must also demonstrate to have an income.

Keep a clean criminal record, or your Bulgarian citizenship application will be rejected. Finally, you will acquire the citizenship after some psychological and physical tests, as well as an HIV test.

At the time of the application, it is important to send the birth certificate, a picture and a statement which explains “why” you would like to become a Bulgarian citizen. You will then also need a document from the Ministry of Education, certifying your language skills.

The Bulgarian citizenship may be acquired for economic merits, with minimal investments on the territory of 250.000 euros.

Finally, there is the right of blood (ius sanguinis), which allows a child by Bulgarian mother or father to acquire the citizenship.  

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