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Renewal of Bulgarian residency card

Last activity 21 March 2024 by wtruckyboy

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Kath948381

My card is due to be renewed next February, if I'm not in Bulgaria at the time can I renew it after theis month ?

JimJ

Do you mean can you renew it after it's expired?  If so, the answer is "Yes" but legally you're liable for a fine of 500 leva for late renewal.  You must submit your application for renewal at least 2 weeks prior to the old permit's expiration, or you'll cop a 20 leva fine.  You may be able to talk your way out of it, but there's no guarantee...

Kath948381

Thank you Jimj

tutisservis

I would renew it before you leave the country (before the card expires)… not just because of a fine… I think in most circumstances, you will be required to reapply D visa (if needed) and residence.

Sticky59

Is it actually a residency permit or just a long stay ID card that must be renewed. Best to call an immigration office for the answer.

Kath948381

It's a residency card

SimCityAT


    It's a residency card
   

    -@Kath948381


Which is a residency permit.

wtruckyboy

@Kath948381

Yes you can..but may face a fine for being late..

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