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Bulgarian


As one of the youngest member states of the European Union, Bulgaria enjoys a unique geographical advantage in Southeast Europe. It shares borders with Greece, Romania, and Turkey, and is known for its rich and diverse cultural heritage. According to the 2024 Global Passport Index, the Bulgarian passport ranks 18th globally, allowing visa-free access to 175 countries and regions.

 

Bulgarian Investment Immigration


Since 2009, Bulgaria has gradually introduced low-threshold immigration policies. In 2013, the Citizenship Act was amended to allow foreign investors to obtain EU citizenship through faster processes.


Application Requirements


  1. Be at least 18 years old with no criminal record.

  2. No requirements for age, education, work experience, or language proficiency.

  3. Must be a non-EU citizen.

 

Investment Programs


1. Fast-Track Citizenship in 2 Years


Through the Fast-Track Citizenship (FTC) program, eligible applicants can obtain Bulgarian citizenship within two years by investing €1.024 million in financial products.


• Year 1: Invest €512,000 in Bulgarian financial products to acquire permanent residency.

• Year 2: Make an additional €512,000 investment to apply for Bulgarian citizenship.


2. Permanent Residency in 6 Years


• Invest €515,000 in a government bond portfolio for at least 5 years to obtain permanent residency without additional payments.

• At the end of the 5-year term, the full investment amount will be refunded to the investor without accruing any interest.

• Citizenship can be applied for after 6 years of residency.

 

Advantages of Bulgarian Immigration


  1. Quick Processing

Applicants can acquire permanent residency within 3–6 months after completing the investment. The fastest timeline for obtaining EU citizenship for the entire family is 2 years. Dual citizenship is allowed.


  1. Lenient Requirements

There are no residency requirements, language proficiency tests, age restrictions, educational qualifications, or work experience requirements.


  1. Loan Investment Option

Investment amounts can be financed through bank loans. For detailed information, applicants can contact specialized advisory firms.


  1. Full Refund of Investment

Once the citizenship application is approved and the required investment period under immigration law is fulfilled, the assets can be freely managed or withdrawn.


  1. Low-Tax and Free-Market Policies

Bulgaria is one of the low-tax regions within the EU, with a uniform 10% tax rate on both corporate and individual income. There is no global taxation.

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