RESIDENCE CARDS
Residence Cards
Obtaining a residence card in Bulgaria grants foreign citizens the right to live, work, or study legally in the country for a specified period. Our team of specialists in migration law will help you choose the most suitable category for your case and assist you throughout the entire process.
Types of Residence Cards
Depending on your needs and grounds for residence, there are several main types of cards:
- Short-term Residence Card – Suitable for foreign citizens wishing to stay in Bulgaria for up to 1 year, with the possibility of renewal.
- Extended Residence – For individuals who need to stay in the country for 1 to 5 years, depending on the purpose of their stay, such as work, study, or family circumstances.
- Specialized Cards – For specific categories of applicants such as students, researchers, representatives of international companies, and others.
How Does the Process Work?
The procedure includes a series of administrative and legal steps, which cover:
- Assessment of your status and determination of the appropriate card;
- Preparation of documents and submission of the application;
- Assistance in communicating with Bulgarian migration authorities;
- Preparation for the interview, if required.
Contact us to learn more about the different types of residence cards and how we can assist you with your application.
Price: €1,000 / one thousand euros /
Validity Period: 5 years.
Processing Time: 4 months from the date of application submission.
Issued Bulgarian ID Number (EGN)
This card is issued by the Migration Agency after the issuance of a D visa or upon reaching the necessary residence duration. It serves as identification in Bulgaria. It grants all rights to the holder that Bulgarian citizens have, except for the right to vote.
In many European countries, holders of this card have the right to work and be insured abroad.
Permanent Residence Card
The permanent residence card in Bulgaria allows foreign citizens to reside indefinitely and move freely within the country. This category is suitable for candidates who have already established permanent ties with Bulgaria and meet certain legal requirements.
Conditions for Obtaining
The right to permanent residence may be granted to:
- Individuals with long-term residence in Bulgaria – Candidates must have legally resided in the country for several years (depending on the category of their previous cards).
- Individuals of Bulgarian descent – Foreign citizens with Bulgarian roots or relatives can apply for permanent residence.
- Special categories – Includes candidates with economic investments in the country, business interests, and other grounds.
How We Will Help You
Our team will assist you with every step of the process for obtaining a permanent residence card, including:
- Assessment of your rights and preparation of an individual strategy;
- Preparation and submission of the necessary documents and applications;
- Ongoing communication and representation before Bulgarian institutions.
Contact us for more information regarding the procedure and requirements for a permanent residence card.
In addition to the main types of residence permits, Bulgaria also offers specific cards that meet the individual needs of certain categories of applicants:
- EU Blue Card – For highly qualified workers who wish to work and reside in the country.
- Family Residence – For spouses, children, and other relatives of individuals who already have the right to reside in Bulgaria.
- Residence Card on Humanitarian Grounds – In certain cases, this is granted to individuals seeking asylum due to conflict, persecution, or other severe circumstances in their home country.