Bulgaria Residency by Investment – Real Estate Route

Q: What is the minimum investment for Bulgaria Real Estate residency?

EUR 300,000 in a government-approved property.

Q: Can I include my family?

Yes, spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65 can be included.

Q: How long does it take?

Processing typically takes 6–12 months.

Q: Do I need to live in Bulgaria to maintain residency?

Minimal physical presence is required; full compliance with property ownership rules is mandatory.

Q: Is property ownership transferable or refundable?

Property can be sold per Bulgarian law; residency must meet holding period requirements.

Secure Bulgarian residency by investing in government-approved real estate with family inclusion and EU mobility.

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At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment: €300,000; Currency: EUR

Typical timeline: 12 months; From application start

Highlights

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Program

Program specifics

Route type: Real Estate Investment; Eligible residency pathway

Last updated: Oct 8, 2025; Subject to regulatory change

Information is indicative and may change; confirm current terms with an advisor.

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Program overview

Bulgaria’s Real Estate Residency program allows investors to acquire residency through property investment in government-approved projects. Eligible applicants include non-EU nationals, their spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65. The minimum investment is EUR 300,000, with a required holding period of 5 years. Applicants must provide valid passports, clean criminal records, and proof of legitimate funds.

Investment overview

Applicants must invest a minimum of EUR 300,000 in Bulgarian government-approved real estate, which may be residential or commercial. The investment must be maintained for 60 months. All funds must come from verified sources, and property compliance is required throughout the holding period.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Estimated program totals

EUR: €305,150

Required proof of funds

EUR: €300,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
Item	Price	When	Notes
Minimum Real Estate Investment	€300,000	Upon property acquisition	Investment in government-approved residential or commercial property.
Application Processing Fee	€5,000	At submission	Covers administrative and due diligence checks for the main applicant.
Residence Permit Fee	€150	Upon permit issuance	Applies to main applicant and included dependents.

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Estimates only — final costs may vary by case & government updates.

Proof of funds

Proof of Funds€300,000
Bank statements or verified sources confirming legitimate investment funds.

Required (EUR): €300,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Official

Government fees

Total (EUR): €3,000

Government Processing Fee
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€3,000

Official fees (payable to the government)

Item	Amount	Notes
Government Processing Fee	€3,000	—

Government fees are set by the issuing authority and may change without notice. We’ll confirm current rates during onboarding.

Eligibility

Applicant must be 18 years or older and financially solvent
Clean criminal record and medically fit
Investment of minimum EUR 300,000 in approved Bulgarian property
Valid passport and proof of legitimate source of funds

Key benefits

Obtain Bulgarian residency with potential EU travel advantages
Include spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65
Ownership of real estate property with potential appreciation
Access to healthcare and education in Bulgaria

Checklist

Document checklist

7 total items

Documents vary by profile and family composition; we'll tailor your final list.

Identity

3 items

Valid passport
Birth certificate
Marriage certificate (if applicable)

Certified copies and translations may be required.

Financial

2 items

Bank statements for last 12 months
Proof of income/assets

Demonstrates legitimate source of funds.

Compliance

2 items

Police clearance certificate
Medical report

Ensures health and character requirements are met.

Snapshot

Eligible dependents

3 of 4 categories included

IncludedNot included

Spouse: Included
Yes
Children: Up to 18 years18
Yes
Parents: From 65+ years65+
Yes
Siblings: Not included
No

Application process

Process

How it works

6 steps

Step 1: Select approved real estate property for investment.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 2: Submit residency application with identity, financial, and compliance documents.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 3: Pay application and government fees.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 4: Complete property acquisition for minimum EUR 300,000.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 5: Await approval from Bulgarian authorities.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 6: Receive residence permit and maintain property ownership for at least 5 years.
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

Feature	Real Estate Route (Current)	AIF Investment	Government Bonds	Business Investment
Minimum Investment	EUR 300,000	EUR 512,000	EUR 512,000	EUR 512,000
Holding Period	5 years	60 months	5 years	5 years
Family Inclusion	Spouse + children + parents	Spouse + children + parents	Spouse + children	Spouse + children
Residency Requirement	Minimal	Minimal	Minimal	Minimal
EU Travel	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes