Frank0144
English looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 20 September 2016
British tv in Bulgaria by selcroft
Hello,We have moved to Bulgaria, love the Country, way of life and people鈥�..BUT鈥︹�� we can not watch any British tv except BBC I player. We have a VPN installed and there have difficulties watching live tv on a the Amazon fire ...
Try this website. Ive used it since March 24 without problem.https://ukiptvmedia.co.uk/billing/cart.php?gid=5Nord VPN works for my Mrs on her IPAD for UK channel Apps but as PlovdivEd states change the IPAD to UK time.RegardsFrank Read More
Shipping Container from western US by Rose888
Hi Everyone,We are in the planning stages of moving to Bulgaria from Montana.Any reputable shipping companies you would recommend?We are still saving and planning....We should be looking for a house soon and actually moving in 2027.Thanks for your ...
Good Luck with your eventual move and no doubt your gonna enjoy Bulgaria. We did it in 2017 and haven't looked back so 袛袨袘袪袝 袛袨楔袥袠 袙 ... Read More
My Experience of Bulgaria Never go to Bulgaria by GuestPoster357
NEVER go to Bulgaria you have been warned 1. Most EXPENSIVE Country in Europe2. Bulgarian Drivers are Devils 3. Groceries are 40% more expensive than Asda UK4. Weather 45 from May to September5. Dogs The Villages are full of dogs and Bulgarians ...
Got to say my RURAL Bulgaria is not what the OP experienced. It's not expensive. Motorists are similar to the rest of Europe, some good, some bad and some shouldn't be allowed out, But if you drive defensively and courteously you'll be fine.Food is ... Read More
Wells and septic by Tony Wheeler
Hi. I was wondering if anyone has a well that they use? Are they reliable? We have one on the property we are purchasing and would like to use it if possible? Any experience or advice would be great. how would I find the regulations on septic ...
@Tony Wheeler Regarding Septics, speak to these guys. I bought my system of them for a cheap install http://www.sewage-solutions.com/Regarding the well, I use a borehole system which is similar as I get my water from a deep hole. It has to be ... Read More
Driving a private 7.5t to BG by denerobt
Well, this is exciting !! We've got our house, moving forward with our D visas and now planning the move. Because I'm old enough to have one of those old driving licence things that let me drive on a C1 category, I'm looking for advice ...
Cancelled comment as it was irelevant. Enjoy your trip Read More
Finding building materials in Bulgaria by greenergrass
Hello Thought it would be interesting to start a discussion around sourcing materials for renovation and allow people to share thier experieces and clever ways of saving money. I know there are the big DIY stores in towns but what about out in the ...
Same here. I come through Serbia without problems. You need a green card which Insurance companies give in UK by way of a letter. Read More
Driving in Bulgaria after Brexit by daxman
We have 10 year Lichna Kartas and understand that if we want to continue to drive in Bulgaria we will have to surrender our UK driving licence and get a Bulgarian one. My question is this... We hold UK issued International Driving Licenses...does ...
I opted for all my catagories in Yambol so I had to see 5 consultants in Yambol Polytechnic. I saw them in quick succesion and took about 30 mins. They each signed their part of the form and Kat gave me my licence as per above. Regarding notifying ... Read More
renewal of residency permit by eugiebear
Hello guys, According to the GOV.UK we must apply for a new residency permit before 1 January 2022. Still, some Bulgarian sources say it must be done within this year. Any comments? Tnanks.
Its actually by 31 December 2021 to be pedantic. Exchanged mine earlier this year for new residancy cards. Straightforward enough in Yambol. Advice for all Brexit transition ... Read More
Camping on own land? Any restrictions like the UK? by ShellOtta
Hi We are in Bulgaria looking at property to buy. Our budget is tight, and we are trying to get the most "regulated" land for our money. If we buy land with a completely run down property, how many weeks or months are we allowed to camp ...
PS Planning can be a nightmare. My architect made it so for us. Wish I had some good advice then. If you are not making alterations and just repairs it will be easy enough. I added an extension and my architect treated it like a new build for whole ... Read More
Camping on own land? Any restrictions like the UK? by ShellOtta
Hi We are in Bulgaria looking at property to buy. Our budget is tight, and we are trying to get the most "regulated" land for our money. If we buy land with a completely run down property, how many weeks or months are we allowed to camp ...
I would make contact with the mayor of the village you propose to live in. Most are very helpful. Try and befriend many locals and it suprising how things don't disappear when your absent. My Mayor helps above and beyond and even helps us apply ... Read More
Anything similar to eBay in English language? by Guest7983
1) Are there online websites or Apps (in English) to buy goods, pets, livestock, trees, greens... etc? 2) Any handyman services App (in English) for house repairs and gardening? Thank you in advance.
If you have google translate then www.OLX.bg is very similar to ebay. I use google to translate my message and never had a problem buying things. Most sellers use ekont to deliver. I am also learning Bulgarian online with a great teacher who I can ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria after Brexit by daxman
We have 10 year Lichna Kartas and understand that if we want to continue to drive in Bulgaria we will have to surrender our UK driving licence and get a Bulgarian one. My question is this... We hold UK issued International Driving Licenses...does ...
I think you have to have the licence of the country in which you reside. If you normarly reside in Bulgaria I think it better to do a straight swap as once the UK leaves entirely and the transition is over you'd need to take a test in Bulgaria ... Read More
Buying property in Bulgaria by Nataliexpat
Hello, Apologies in advance for the long post. Like many on this forum my husband and I are thinking of buying in Bulgaria and will be visiting for roughly 5 weeks in the next few months. We're from the UK. We've read quite a few forums ...
We were going to ~Black Sea but settled in ~Yambol region and coast only a hour away. Weather better in winter very mild this year I was working in T-shirt most of January but it gets very cold on some days and at night. Coast is deserted in winter ... Read More
Tankless water heater by Frank0144
Hi I am looking to get a tankless water heater. [url=http://www.praktiker.bg/en/Tankless-water-heaters/SIEMENS-DE-2124527M/p/724113]Water heater[/url] Any recommendations and will it be suitable for a normal 3 bed household ie will it cope with ...
Hello again, Only wish I had, that would have been my first choice. Thanks for your help. Regards Frank Read More
Tankless water heater by Frank0144
Hi I am looking to get a tankless water heater. [url=http://www.praktiker.bg/en/Tankless-water-heaters/SIEMENS-DE-2124527M/p/724113]Water heater[/url] Any recommendations and will it be suitable for a normal 3 bed household ie will it cope with ...
No I don鈥檛 think I鈥檒l be getting one of these. EVN confirms I鈥檓 single phase with 15kw supply 鈽癸笍 Tank boiler it is then 馃槀 Read More
Looking for electrician and plasterer in Meden Kladanetz
Could an admin redirect in that case 馃檪 Read More
Tankless water heater by Frank0144
Hi I am looking to get a tankless water heater. [url=http://www.praktiker.bg/en/Tankless-water-heaters/SIEMENS-DE-2124527M/p/724113]Water heater[/url] Any recommendations and will it be suitable for a normal 3 bed household ie will it cope with ...
Hi Romaniac Thanks for quick reply. How would I tell about 3 phase ? Frank Read More
Looking for electrician and plasterer in Meden Kladanetz
I need qualified electrician to give me a quote for a rewire please. Prefer someone local and who can sign work off 馃檪 Also a plasterer Regards Frank Read More
Tankless water heater
Hi I am looking to get a tankless water heater. Water heater Any recommendations and will it be suitable for a normal 3 bed household ie will it cope with washing machine and shower at same time. Any sparkies out there will local power supply ... Read More
new member by berro7
Hello I am Berr, came from the Uk, now living in Varna, with my Bulgarian wife and children.
PS we are from Gainsborough in Lincs Read More
new member by berro7
Hello I am Berr, came from the Uk, now living in Varna, with my Bulgarian wife and children.
Hi, Whereabouts are you in BG? There are quite a few places where expats meet up for a natter and chat. We have been here 6 months now and in rural area of Yambol. We鈥檝e been to 1 meet and can see how it would help. Luckily we find our ... Read More
Shipping containers by Riki Albuery
Hey Guys, Has anyone bought or rented a shipping container in BG? (or even better have one for sale) I'm looking for a lockable storage unit to put camping equipment in, Ive searched around for actual storage units or lockups with the ...
Hi Riki, I鈥檓 looking too. Nearest I鈥檝e found is this: https://www.dancovershop.com/bg/products/storage-containers.aspx Good look with your search if you find cheaper give me a shout 馃榾 Regards Frank Read More
Hi looking for info on VIDIN area please expats can you help ?
Hi John, I found a lot of info by putting the search into the web. There is even a Facebook page on the subject. facebook.com/Rusticlivingcountryside/ Happy Hunting Frank Read More
House scam by Completely Bulgared
I bought a house in Veliko T膬rnovo after a few months I received court papers saying the house still belonged to a previous owner. 4 years later they have taken the house off me. Very difficult to tell what exactly has happened but there is ...
What is your advice to avoid getting into the same situation. I'm looking to buy soon and assumed the notary was supposed to ensure the seller was owner Read More
Bank account by Petejones72
Hi everyone. I haven't yet bought a house in Bulgaria but wondered if anyone knows of any banks that will offer me a bank account while still resident in the UK. Thanks
You can open a bank account in person at the bank whilst a U.K. Resident with DBank as I did just require passport and NI number. I am still waiting to get residency Read More
Reliable Estate Agents? by xpatbg
What are the trusted or reliable Estate Agents of Bulgarian Property Market? How about the "Premium Properties BG" premiumpropertiesbg.com ? Any comments or experiences with them?
Hi John They are http://www.bulgarianrealestateonline.com/ we are using them as I mentioned on your other post Frank Read More
Buying a property in Yambol,Elhovo, or is there better HELP please by Potjoe
Hi All, as a newbie to this site we are looking to buy in Bulgaria and thinking Yambol Elhovo or in or around this AERA looks nice ??? Can someone tell me are we looking in the right AERA? We are Oap,s looking for a holiday property with 2-4 ...
Hi John, We are currently near Yambol also looking for a property. We are using http://www.bulgarianrealestateonline.com/ It is run by an English couple Nick and Penny who appear very nice and very helpful with other things like setting up a bank ... Read More
Death and bereavement in Bulgaria.
No idea about Bulgarian procedures but I would leave detail about what you would like to occur within sight of the attending Police/Ambulance crews. Give detail of your medical history, doctors name and surgery address, Next of Kin contact details ... Read More
Car Hire
Try https://www.thrifty.com/Car_Rental_Information/content/Car_Rental_with_Credit_Card.aspx Good Luck Read More
Varna and Burgas visit during January by massimo70
Hi everybody, I will be visiting Varna and Burgas during January 2017. I would appreciate to meet somebody living in the area in order to get some advice about local life, prices, housing.... Thanks Max
We were there too from 16th Jan for a week. Must admit Varna was better than I expected and I would happily reside near there. Hoping to move over soon to a friends house near Yambol and will be trying before buying'. Busy teaching ourselves ... Read More
Driving a 7.5tonne lorry to Bulgaria by Tonyjoel
I have purchased a 7.5 tonne lorry to drive my belongings to VT area in Bulgaria and need advice on the following:- 1. What is the best route from Calais 2. Cost of vignettes en route 3. Would it be better to sell the vehicle in Bulgaria or return ...
Yes, we're hoping to do the same. I'm taking a LWB Van with a large trailer so will be watching with interest. My wife has read so many horror stories about the trip that she's a little anxious. Be interested to know of any rest stops ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi, I'm looking to go the coast. What's the winters like compared to uk? Regards Frank Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi all, My wife Kim and I are thinking of moving permanently to Bulgaria and visit every year to a mates place in Meden Kladanetz. We're here enjoying a break at the moment. We will be looking for somewhere in South Black Sea Coast area when we ... Read More