Frank0144
English looking for information about Bulgaria
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British tv in Bulgaria by selcroft
Hello,We have moved to Bulgaria, love the Country, way of life and people…..BUT…… we can not watch any British tv except BBC I player. We have a VPN installed and there have difficulties watching live tv on a the Amazon fire ...
Try this website. Ive used it since March 24 without problem.https://ukiptvmedia.co.uk/billing/cart.php?gid=5Nord VPN works for my Mrs on her IPAD for UK channel Apps but as PlovdivEd states change the IPAD to UK time.RegardsFrank Read More
Shipping Container from western US by Rose888
Hi Everyone,We are in the planning stages of moving to Bulgaria from Montana.Any reputable shipping companies you would recommend?We are still saving and planning....We should be looking for a house soon and actually moving in 2027.Thanks for your ...
Good Luck with your eventual move and no doubt your gonna enjoy Bulgaria. We did it in 2017 and haven't looked back so ДОБРЕ ДОШЛИ В ... Read More
My Experience of Bulgaria Never go to Bulgaria by GuestPoster357
NEVER go to Bulgaria you have been warned 1. Most EXPENSIVE Country in Europe2. Bulgarian Drivers are Devils 3. Groceries are 40% more expensive than Asda UK4. Weather 45 from May to September5. Dogs The Villages are full of dogs and Bulgarians ...
Got to say my RURAL Bulgaria is not what the OP experienced. It's not expensive. Motorists are similar to the rest of Europe, some good, some bad and some shouldn't be allowed out, But if you drive defensively and courteously you'll be fine.Food is ... Read More
Wells and septic by Tony Wheeler
Hi. I was wondering if anyone has a well that they use? Are they reliable? We have one on the property we are purchasing and would like to use it if possible? Any experience or advice would be great. how would I find the regulations on septic ...
@Tony Wheeler Regarding Septics, speak to these guys. I bought my system of them for a cheap install http://www.sewage-solutions.com/Regarding the well, I use a borehole system which is similar as I get my water from a deep hole. It has to be ... Read More
Driving a private 7.5t to BG by denerobt
Well, this is exciting !! We've got our house, moving forward with our D visas and now planning the move. Because I'm old enough to have one of those old driving licence things that let me drive on a C1 category, I'm looking for advice ...
Cancelled comment as it was irelevant. Enjoy your trip Read More
Finding building materials in Bulgaria by greenergrass
Hello Thought it would be interesting to start a discussion around sourcing materials for renovation and allow people to share thier experieces and clever ways of saving money. I know there are the big DIY stores in towns but what about out in the ...
Same here. I come through Serbia without problems. You need a green card which Insurance companies give in UK by way of a letter. Read More
Driving in Bulgaria after Brexit by daxman
We have 10 year Lichna Kartas and understand that if we want to continue to drive in Bulgaria we will have to surrender our UK driving licence and get a Bulgarian one. My question is this... We hold UK issued International Driving Licenses...does ...
I opted for all my catagories in Yambol so I had to see 5 consultants in Yambol Polytechnic. I saw them in quick succesion and took about 30 mins. They each signed their part of the form and Kat gave me my licence as per above. Regarding notifying ... Read More
renewal of residency permit by eugiebear
Hello guys, According to the GOV.UK we must apply for a new residency permit before 1 January 2022. Still, some Bulgarian sources say it must be done within this year. Any comments? Tnanks.
Its actually by 31 December 2021 to be pedantic. Exchanged mine earlier this year for new residancy cards. Straightforward enough in Yambol. Advice for all Brexit transition ... Read More
Camping on own land? Any restrictions like the UK? by ShellOtta
Hi We are in Bulgaria looking at property to buy. Our budget is tight, and we are trying to get the most "regulated" land for our money. If we buy land with a completely run down property, how many weeks or months are we allowed to camp ...
PS Planning can be a nightmare. My architect made it so for us. Wish I had some good advice then. If you are not making alterations and just repairs it will be easy enough. I added an extension and my architect treated it like a new build for whole ... Read More
Camping on own land? Any restrictions like the UK? by ShellOtta
Hi We are in Bulgaria looking at property to buy. Our budget is tight, and we are trying to get the most "regulated" land for our money. If we buy land with a completely run down property, how many weeks or months are we allowed to camp ...
I would make contact with the mayor of the village you propose to live in. Most are very helpful. Try and befriend many locals and it suprising how things don't disappear when your absent. My Mayor helps above and beyond and even helps us apply ... Read More
Anything similar to eBay in English language? by Guest7983
1) Are there online websites or Apps (in English) to buy goods, pets, livestock, trees, greens... etc? 2) Any handyman services App (in English) for house repairs and gardening? Thank you in advance.
If you have google translate then www.OLX.bg is very similar to ebay. I use google to translate my message and never had a problem buying things. Most sellers use ekont to deliver. I am also learning Bulgarian online with a great teacher who I can ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria after Brexit by daxman
We have 10 year Lichna Kartas and understand that if we want to continue to drive in Bulgaria we will have to surrender our UK driving licence and get a Bulgarian one. My question is this... We hold UK issued International Driving Licenses...does ...
I think you have to have the licence of the country in which you reside. If you normarly reside in Bulgaria I think it better to do a straight swap as once the UK leaves entirely and the transition is over you'd need to take a test in Bulgaria ... Read More
Buying property in Bulgaria by Nataliexpat
Hello, Apologies in advance for the long post. Like many on this forum my husband and I are thinking of buying in Bulgaria and will be visiting for roughly 5 weeks in the next few months. We're from the UK. We've read quite a few forums ...
We were going to ~Black Sea but settled in ~Yambol region and coast only a hour away. Weather better in winter very mild this year I was working in T-shirt most of January but it gets very cold on some days and at night. Coast is deserted in winter ... Read More
Tankless water heater by Frank0144
Hi I am looking to get a tankless water heater. Water heater Any recommendations and will it be suitable for a normal 3 bed household ie will it cope with washing machine and shower at same time. Any sparkies out there will local power supply ...
Hello again, Only wish I had, that would have been my first choice. Thanks for your help. Regards Frank Read More
Tankless water heater by Frank0144
Hi I am looking to get a tankless water heater. Water heater Any recommendations and will it be suitable for a normal 3 bed household ie will it cope with washing machine and shower at same time. Any sparkies out there will local power supply ...
No I don’t think I’ll be getting one of these. EVN confirms I’m single phase with 15kw supply ☹️ Tank boiler it is then 😂 Read More