@happyneet
English expat in Bulgaria
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24 posts
About me
English
Lives in Bourgas
Registration: 17 July 2015
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Tax implications and legal stuff. by TerryMMM
Right then, things are moving fast for me now. I've got my dream house near Veliko Tarnovo and I should be living there permanently by the end of June. But I'm wondering about what to do in respect of keeping a bank account and other such ...
Morning, i too am in receipt of a company pension and a state pension with no intention of working either here or the UK. I have kept UK bank account without any problems, but i know not all UK banks allow this. I pay UK tax as normal. I also ... Read More
Moving to Bulgaria Jan 2016- Formalities to buy car, open bank account by Armitaget
Hi Thought I better get some info from you guys who are already living in Bulgaria. My husband and I have made the decision to move to Bulgaria in January and need some info on what documents we need etc for our first 5 years. We already own a ...
i,m with Lloyds and i tranfer money across without any problems, Good Luck with the move. Read More
The best is yet to come! by Julien
Hi everyone, Hope you are all doing well. For more than 10 years, https://www.expat.com has been helping expatriates and those who wish to live abroad by offering a user-friendly participative exchange platform. During these 10 years, the ...
Thank you for the personal address,made me feel special and a true member. Can't wait for the change to take place. Read More
Making phone calls in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, When settling in Bulgaria, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Bulgaria? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in advance ...
I use Skype 90 per cent of the time and for the remainder, pay as you go mobile. I find these systems work well for me with very little outlay. Read More
'Ullo John, got a new motor? by TerryMMM
Right then expatties. I've got me a house in Veliko Tarnovo and I'm going to be living there full time and permanent from next summer. So now I'm starting to think about other stuff, such as cars. I'm happy with the car I've ...
As someone who did bring the car over, because we had a much loved dog and I had heard of terrible things going wrong if he flew, we decided to drive. We took our time and infact thought of the drive cross of an adventure and holiday at the same ... Read More
Fancy a pint? by TerryMMM
I'll be staying in Veliko Tarnovo next week so that I can go looking round houses for sale in nearby villages. If anybody fancies meeting up for a drink on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday night it would be great to meet you. Terry.
If you ever venture closer to Burgas in your house hunting I would love to meet you and any other expats for a social gathering. Good Luck , hope you find the property you are looking for .Happyneet. Read More
Obtaining a Bulgarian bank account? by stepool1970
Hello forum members, what are the basic requirements to obtain a Bulgarian bank account please? ID: required etc.....(how long does it take to process?) Also is it possible to then set up direct debits for various bills outgoings, example utilities ...
I opened a account with the United Bulgarian Bank (Burgas) and only had to provide my passport. This was May this year, Read More
Looking for expats in Bulgaria by debulamochie
Looking to buy in Bulgaria so looking for great expats to chat with see where best to buy and great places to be where there are x pats looking for friends etc... bet there has been lots of people posting this ..... are there any good auction places
I am one of 3 in our village and we live at opposite ends of the village, so cant be accused of banding together unless you call us a band of 3.haha. My village is very small and the residents are really old, whilst most are friendly with the ... Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
Hi Fingers, I live in a very small village 30mins from Sredets and 45/50minutes from Burgas. We have only about 100 people living here in the summer and even less during the winter. Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
Afternoon Fingers, Thank you for this information regarding medical care. I am registered with a doctor in Burgas who speaks English. She has never suggested that I have my medical records transferred over from the UK, but with hindsight this ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Bulgaria? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Fingers, you have summed up how the majority of Bulgarians drive in general. Read More
Robbie Williams
Went and saw RW last night in Burgas, enjoyed it very much. Pleased to report the majority of the audience were Bulgarian. Just had to mention this fact as I had read somewhere that this would not be the case. Good evening had by all. Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
No probs, glad I could be of help in a small way and yes I will keep you updated as and when. Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
Morning,I have just checked the paperwork sent to me from The Pension Service, It was a S1 form which will entitle me to the same medical cover in Bulgaria as a Bulgarian national. I think I might have to look into finding additional medical ... Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
I was recently granted my OAP pension from the UK, and enclosed with the notifications of my details was aform to take and register over here so I would be entitled to medical treatment .. As yet I haven,t had to use it so I am a little unsure if ... Read More