TonyFF
American expat in Bulgaria
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Registration: 04 October 2023
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Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...
Thank you all for your input. I will share my experience when the time comes. Read More
Prescription by alanjolly65
Hi.I got a prescription for painkillers from the doctor today. Does anybody have a clue what it says? There must be an international school for Dr prescription writing. ...
@alanjolly65 Melbek 7.5mg1 tab twice a day after meals Read More
Shipping a dog within EU by TonyFF
I am buying a dog from Germany and he will be send by plane to Bulgaria.He will have all the documents. Do you know what is the procedure to claim the dog when he " lands" in Bulgaria?
I did some research- I have to go to the cargo area. Some people say it is a breeze to pick up the pet ; after all the shipping is within the EU; apparently there are some forms to fill out. Well, I will find out.... Read More
Shipping a dog within EU
I am buying a dog from Germany and he will be send by plane to Bulgaria.He will have all the documents. Do you know what is the procedure to claim the dog when he " lands" in Bulgaria? Read More
Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria by TonyFF
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ...
I had an RX 450H Lexus in the US which I sold last year. I was very, very happy with the car.The best SUV that I have ever owned. Nothing ever failed. The RAV uses the same technology .and it will be good for any rough terrain in ... Read More
Maintenance Fees. Condominium Act etc by alanjolly65
I have owned an apartment in an aparthotel since 2010. It seems that over recent years, a number of Apartments have now been sold.I have paid my fees €12 /sqm since 2010.Since that time, I really can't see where much of the funds have been ...
Buying in Bulgaria( or anywhere in the world) an apartment in an aparthotel is a very risky business.( I personally prefer to have my own land/house and not to pay anyone any dues ) I recently looked at an apartment to buy ... Read More
Buying a new car paying cash( not financing) in Bulgaria
My wife and I plan to buy a new RAV4 Woodland Hybrid when it is available in Bulgaria. We will pay in full by bank transfer( cash ). I have no experience with any dealer in Bulgaria ( only in the US but I presume there is not much of a difference- ... Read More
Just applied for my CR as a pensioner by RexTechGuy
Howdy All, I just recently got my D-Visa without any problems. We returned to BG Feb 1, and I ran over to the immigration office in Burgas to apply for my Continued Residence. They would not accept my notary deed, and am requesting us to get an ...
that is great! congrats! I found the paperwork for D visa, apostilles etc. so darn annoying! Read More
Just applied for my CR as a pensioner by RexTechGuy
Howdy All, I just recently got my D-Visa without any problems. We returned to BG Feb 1, and I ran over to the immigration office in Burgas to apply for my Continued Residence. They would not accept my notary deed, and am requesting us to get an ...
Social security does not deal with any apostilles.You need to have it done by the Secretary of your State. Read More
Prefab Homes
Has anyone used any company in Bulgaria/or in the EU to buy a Prefab home?I have been looking to buy a small house in southwest Bulgaria with no luck.I am really appalled at the conditions the houses in the villages are. Not interested in doing ... Read More
Impossible to open a bank account? by Chrisjo1
Came to Sofia a couple months ago and got a residence permit and am employed here. Went to UBB and Fibank. Filled the form for the pre application and KYC. Weeks have passed since and when I ask there still "additional checks" pending. Anyone else ...
Happy new Year to all expats here! I have a question that I believe nobody has asked before.Can a Bulgarian wife add her foreign husband to her bank account without any ado? (provided the marriage was legalized in the country)And will this satisfy ... Read More
Full Schengen is Coming Soon? (fingers crossed) by VillageLife
Austria lifts long-held veto on the Schengen accession of Romania and Bulgaria!I am super excited for this, it will be great to travel to Greece without having to stop. Presume a lot of the village roads will be extended to connect up across the ...
There is very little wait on the border with Greece. I recently went to Thessaloniki.The border officers are fast and polite. It is a breeze.Borders are needed so not too many criminals roam free in the EU zone( Schengen or not). Read More
Some PRAISE for Bulgaria! by gwynj
I mentioned these in passing in other posts, but they're very positive articles worth highlighting separately.The 21 most underrated travel destinations in Europe for 2025This is a Time Out article (which gets mentioned in the Daily Mail) with ...
@gwynjI can verify that Bulgaria is a wonderful place to live. I have been visiting the country for 30 + years and I have been living here since June '24.I highly recommend it!It is quite possible that one day Bulgaria becomes another ... Read More
Money transfer by Pumarosa200
Hi I’m looking to transfer money from the uk to Bulgaria to reserve a property i have seen could anyone recommend reliable cheap money transfer place I could use thanks in advance
WISE! So far very happy and recommend it!The dollar rate is fantastic and keeps getting better!!!!Despite that they raised their fees they appear to be the most reliable company for big purchases as well. Read More
Extended residence by TonyFF
When I renew my extended residence card will I get a new one good for one or for 2 years?( my wife is Bulgarian)
This will be my first renewal- one year. Read More