Moving to Sofia

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traveling_toulousain Member

Member since 07 November 2011

traveling_toulousainMember08 January 2012 09:32:30

Hello everyone !
I am gathering information about expatriation to Sofia, I discovered that country one month ago and I really liked it ! I am learning Bulgarian at the moment and love it too. I have also spent 2 years in Bucharest, I am now living in Istanbul for 6 months because I love South-East Europe, its cultures, its peoples, its languages so it is highly probable that I am going to settle down in Sofia shortly...
I am trying to get general information. I have seen Sofia myself and got a general idea of life there. But I can not find information about how to find a flat to rent for example. Are there some areas of Sofia I must avoid ? I had also a look on internet to find a job, does anyone know how easy (or hard) it is ? Or I am looking for any kind of information about lifestyle in Sofia in general or useful things to know...

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sincho New member

Member since 12 February 2012

sinchoNew member12 February 2012 10:36:48

Hey,
Would love to learn more about your Sofia "adventure".
I'm considering the move to Sofia too.
Sinan.

Moving.BG Member

Member since 03 January 2011

Moving.BGMember21 March 2012 12:16:57

Hi there.

Sofia can be good or bad place for living, depending of the area.
I recommend the following areas: Center, Lozenetz, Iztok, Ivan Vazov, Strelbishte, Hipodruma (where i live) , Belite brezi.
Avoid the following areas: Obelya, Lulin, Nadezhda, Tolstoy, Druzhba.
If you need more info, can call me on +359 888 441 666.

kristiann Bulgaria Expert

Member since 28 March 2012

kristiannBulgaria Expert28 March 2012 14:48:25

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Spring is the time to move to Bulgaria - wonderful weather, moderate temperatures, green everywhere. If you plan to move to Sofia take an umbrella - in May it often rains. Finding a good flat is easy - list your requirements an hand these to an agent / a good one/. Then check what he/she has prepared. I would recommend any placement within the central part of the city, Dianabad, Iztok, Lozenetz, but better if it is close to a metro. Job is not so easy - it depends on your qualifications ofcourse and the salary you expect. Search for job online, there are several sites. If you have any other questions - ask.

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