The questions below address the points most serious clients raise before making a property investment and starting the residency process.
No. The investment is a required condition, but approval is not automatic. Each application is assessed individually by the Bulgarian authorities based on documentation, legal compliance, and eligibility.
No minimum stay is currently required for maintaining the residence permit. You may reside elsewhere and still hold your Bulgarian residence, subject to renewal conditions and any future legal changes.
The amount is invested in Bulgarian real estate registered in your name. This is not a government donation or programme fee — it is a tangible asset that you own and may manage or sell in the future.
Yes. Once your residence is granted, your spouse and children may apply for their own permits under family reunification rules. Their applications are submitted separately and assessed individually.
The indicative timeline is approximately 4 to 6 months, depending on document preparation, property acquisition timing, consular availability, and administrative processing.
You may travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without an additional visa. This is short-term travel access, not the right to relocate permanently to another EU state.
Maintaining your residence status requires that the investment condition continues to be met. Selling the property without replacing it with a qualifying investment may affect your ability to renew the permit.
In most cases, at least one short visit is required for identification formalities and residence card issuance. We structure the process to minimise your time on the ground.
No. This is a residence-based route. Permanent residence may become possible after a qualifying period of legal residence, subject to the law in force at that time.
The next step is a confidential consultation. We review your profile, explain eligibility, outline the process, and confirm the legal and investment structure before any commitment is made.
Speak to an advisor and get a straight answer about your situation before making any decision.
This website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or a guarantee of any outcome. Residency applications are subject to individual assessment, applicable Bulgarian and EU legislation, and the sole discretion of the competent authorities. No assurance of approval is provided or implied. All timelines referenced are indicative estimates based on current administrative practice and may vary. Each case is assessed on its own merits.