Bulgaria investor route
1 current source-backed investor pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investor route | Non-EU investors may qualify for Bulgarian permanent residence. A current company-investment branch requires at least BGN 500,000 in a Bulgarian company, at least 50% ownership, new tangible or intangible assets of at least BGN 500,000, and 10 jobs for Bulgarian citizens; the investment must be maintained above the legal minimum for 5 years. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Investor route | The Bulgarian Labour Migration and Labour Mobility Act states that a third-country national with a long-term or permanent residence permit in Bulgaria does not need a permit for access to the labour market. | Official source |
Official sources
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