Digital Nomad Visa (2025) – Bulgaria
Bulgaria launched Digital Nomad visa in 2025, joining growing list of EU countries welcoming remote workers. Allows non-EU citizens to live in Bulgaria while working remotely for foreign companies. Combined with 10% flat tax and low cost of living, very attractive option.
Digital Nomad Visa (2025)
Bulgaria launched Digital Nomad visa in 2025, joining growing list of EU countries welcoming remote workers. Allows non-EU citizens to live in Bulgaria while working remotely for foreign companies. Combined with 10% flat tax and low cost of living, very attractive option.
Visa Requirements
Must prove minimum €2,000 monthly income (or €24,000 annual). Higher than non-lucrative visa (€800/month). Ensures financial stability. Income from remote work or business.
Must work remotely for foreign employer or own foreign business. Cannot work for Bulgarian companies (different visa needed). Must maintain non-Bulgarian employment throughout stay.
Initial visa valid up to 12 months. Can potentially renew. Allows full year residence. Test Bulgaria before committing to permanent move.
Only non-EU/EEA citizens need Digital Nomad visa. EU citizens can move freely under EU law. Visa specifically designed to attract talent from outside Europe.
Tax Implications
Staying 183+ days in Bulgaria within 12 months triggers tax residency. Then taxed on worldwide income at 10%. Must consider home country tax treaty. Potentially still favorable due to low rate.
If stay less than 183 days and maintain tax residency elsewhere, don't pay Bulgarian tax on foreign employment income. Only Bulgarian-source income taxed. Strategic planning possible.
Digital nomads working for foreign companies typically not subject to Bulgarian social security. May need to contribute in home country. Check totalization agreements.
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