Christiane V A
Belgian expat in Bulgaria
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About me
Belgian
Lives in Malko Tranovo
Registration: 23 July 2018
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Dogs - food
Yesterday a friend told us that Bulgarian people (Roma?) eat dog meat. Though we know this is done in a number of countries, we were quite shocked hearing this would also be the case here. Actually, we have difficulties believing it, but then ... Read More
Property in Bulgaria by Roka44
Hi We are interested in buying a property in Bulgaria and this is the description from the estate agent as to were it is : "It is disposed in a very quiet village, 20 km away from the town of Chirpan and 15 km away from the town of ...
I don´t know the village Markovo, but the Chirpan region yes. Actually, we are living in a small village (Malko Tranovo), 15 kms from Chirpan and 25 kms from Stara Zagora. As Kristiann describes, a good region. Many expats - esp. British - ... Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi wildboy, Bulgarian health insurance is OK, but we also know an expat who got the residence permit with the EHIC card. Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi Mark, yes you need to show that you have a health insurance. Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi Sue, Thanks for that info. Do you have a name of that website or will I find it if I type in Bulgarian for Foreigners? Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi Cockney, Sorry, I don´t exactly understand what you mean by the 90 days stay. I know that if you want to stay at least three months within a period of half a year you have to apply for the residence permit. Could you please clarify? Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi Notreve, I speak basic Bulgarian, which means that eg. I can get along on the market or in the shop, as long as it concerns daily purchases. Contrary to most other people, I have big difficulties understanding the language. Somehow I seem to ... Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi Nigel, OK, we will keep you informed. We may have a look next Friday. We were told the group meets after the weekly market in Chirpan has closed, which would mean around 1PM. Will come back to you with more details soon. Best ... Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
Hi notreve2, usually it is required that per month and per person you have the equivalent of the country´s minimum wage, which at this moment is approx. 520 leva (+/- 260 Euro). As for Malko Tranovo. Well... we bought our house from a ... Read More
Long stay residency permit of permanent resident by notreve2
When applying for either one of these does a person have to prove they are employed [by a company] or show proof of self-employment? In other words, can a EU citizen live in Bulgaria for a prolonged period of time ...
We have been living here for 1,5 years now and have to extend our residence permit in September. I am not sure if we will again get two years or five. We are EU citizens, permanently living here and not employed. You don´t necessarily need ... Read More
Bulgaria is a mine field for expats by harryoooh
When buying property in Bulgaria do not rely on estate agents, lawyers or Notaries to do their jobs because most don't! I know personally lots of people who have lost lots of money from a few thousand, to their life savings.The story are a ...
We bought our house about two years ago via Bulgarian Properties agency in Stara Zagora. The purchasing process and all legal paperwork/notary visits were handled in a professional and honest way. No complaints about this realtor from our side. Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi everyone. I am Christiane and new in this Forum. My husband and I have been living in Bulgaria for 1,5 years in Malko Tranovo, a small village between Stara Zagora and Chirpan. Apart from finding and sharing useful information with the ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Steven, I am new in the forum and saw your post only today. Maybe someone answered you already. In any case the village you are looking for near Elhovo is Srem. Best regards, Christiane Read More