Vesela Mc Callum
@mccallum
Bulgarian citizen
Forum posts
36
About me
Bulgarian
Lives in Sofia
Speaks English and Bulgarian
Registration: 01 August 2011
House for rent in Sofia, Dragalevzi
Sofia,Sofia
谢胁3100
House for rent in Sofia, Dragalevzi area, close to Kinocenter. Two bedrooms, Livingroom with, fireplace, bathroom with toilet, separate toilet, utility room with dryer, washing machine, storage room, beautiful patio, parking for two cars in the ...
To everyone registered with S1 to the National Health Insurance fund by mccallum
After you register with S1 in National Health Insurance fund, please register also with NAP (National Revenue Agency). Take your S1 form and the letter you received from National Health Insurance fund to NAP.Otherwise the tax authorities might still ...
Yes, everything was cleared once we showed S1 +letter from Health fund. Read More
To everyone registered with S1 to the National Health Insurance fund by mccallum
After you register with S1 in National Health Insurance fund, please register also with NAP (National Revenue Agency). Take your S1 form and the letter you received from National Health Insurance fund to NAP.Otherwise the tax authorities might still ...
We also never had problems until we went to get the a document from NAP stating we do not owe any tax to the government and suddenly BANG health payments for the past 5 years. Apparently in our case NAP was not notified about the S1 from the Health ... Read More
To everyone registered with S1 to the National Health Insurance fund
After you register with S1 in National Health Insurance fund, please register also with NAP (National Revenue Agency). Take your S1 form and the letter you received from National Health Insurance fund to NAP.Otherwise the tax authorities might still ... Read More
How do you sort out bills etc? by jeanmandredeix
I can鈥檛 find a thread on paying bills etc. I am guessing that the estate agent can initially help you get services such as electric/water switched back on and in your name? But how do you get bills and can you pay online or by EasyPay?Any ...
It is very easy. Each service has a client number which must be added in your online banking or easypay. If you cannot do it I can help you over the phone. Read More
Company devoted to flats renting by Boris-Gleb
My partner and I are looking for investment property and rent it to get additional income in Bulgaria. Therefore two options are to be considered, either to buy under name of the two owners, each holding 50% of the property, for instance, or first ...
Hello,Buy as private owners and buy in Sofia. Also seek advice from accountant before you do anything (if you do not have a good accountant I can connect you with such.) Read More
Housing prices by D H16
Hello, I just wanted to know if anyone else has noticed how rental prices have increased dramatically over the past few months in Sofia. There is an apartment that has been on the housing market for months, it went from 鈧�450 to 鈧�750 in ...
As a real estate agent I can tell you that the cause for the increase of rents in Sofia is the high demand and the also the war in Ukraine.For example: recently I published a 430 euro rent apartment in Studentski grad in Sofia. 50 people called to ... Read More
Real estate investment in Bulgaria
Hello, I offer such service in but Sofia only. I take care of rented properties for clients living abroad. Read More
Bulgarian online language teacher by Anniewenden
Hi I am looking for a regular ( once or twice a week for 45 minutes) online lessons to learn Bulgarian. Does anyone know of someone suitable who is not charging and arm and a leg lol. I advertised on linked in and people wanted 50-60 euro per hour . ...
@AnniewendenHello, I know a very good online teacher. If you want more info I will send you her contact details in a private message. Prices you can discuss with her. Read More
Medical care/service in Bulgaria
Can you share your opinion about the Bulgarian medical service/care compared to your own country? Please state your country and the region in Bulgaria you reside. What difficulties did you experience while trying to get an appointment with ... Read More
Property tax by horadada3
I have two pieces of non-regulated land, do I need to pay property tax鈥�
@garylongmuir yes, you can. Do you have a BG bank account? The property tax due appears in the bank account and you can pay with one click. Read More
Passport renewal by charlian99
Hi everyone,Can anyone tell me if I can renew my British passport from here in Bulgaria, or do I have to return to the UK to do it. I have a year long visa which expires in October this year, my passport in September 2025.Any help ...
@charlian99 You can email the issuing institution of the D visa with this question. In my opinion there is enough time left on your passport. Read More
House managment by Tessamy
What is a realistic amount to pay monthly for someone keeping an eye on your property when your in the UK?IE visit once every 2 weeks and report any problems if any. Traveling no more than 2 miles.
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Water cost per cubic metre? by janemulberry
Hi, could people give me an idea of what you pay for municipal water supply per cubic metre? I just had the first meter reading since buying the house and am wondering what size bill to expect. The cost on the local VIK website is not totally ...
Different municipalities have different prices. Ask your local VIK. Read More
Passport renewal by charlian99
Hi everyone,Can anyone tell me if I can renew my British passport from here in Bulgaria, or do I have to return to the UK to do it. I have a year long visa which expires in October this year, my passport in September 2025.Any help ...
It is an easy procedure, no need to go back to UK. Takes maximum one month, everything done online and send and received by DHL. Read More
POST OFFICE BOX by TonyFF
Hi again expats, I have a question. Does anyone of you have a PO Box in Bulgaria?And if so what is your experience with it? ( cost, reliability etc.)
Mine costs 46 leva per year. Read More
Accountant Recommendation by Harry_Brown
Could someone recommend an English speaking accountant to calculate tax obligations, and submit annual personal / company tax returns on my behalf ?Many thanks in advance.
Yes, I can recommend you such an accountant based in Sofia. Read More
Surveyor recommendations? by Jessica Duffin
Hi all, My partner and I are looking to either buy land to build on or to buy an affordable property and do it up a little.However, we are completely new to this process and I don't see any of the real estate companies talking about surveying ...
Long time ago when we bought our property we used an architect to do the surveyor work. Read More
Searching for House to Rent by onethorn1
Hi, I'm new to this community. we're looking for a house to rent in or very close around Sofia. I'm lookin' to rent a house for around 600 euros (1200 leva) with a garage and parking spot. (My wife and I have two cars.) We were contacted by a ...
Hi, I will send you a personal message. There are very nice houses for rent around Sofia. Read More
Cost of Building a house from scratch and plot permissions by Yuri1976
Hello,I am currently in Sofia and looking at the property market.I was wondering if any of you have experience and/or suggestion about regulated land, plot permission and builders.An alternative for me would be, if possible, to buy land and build my ...
You can build (physical work) your house by yourself only if the house is below 100 sq.m. If the house is bigger you need a certified building company. Read More
Silly question? by grumpyoldbird
Hi guys, there has been some really good input on this forum, but one repetitive theme, is new arrivals finding their purchase in a bit of a state. I've had my French house for 16 years, but only moved over last year. Because of Covid I hadn't ...
Hello, yes there are such services to get the house ready and look after it when you are away. I suppose it depends on the area you are in. Read More
Adress registration and more. by RalphNord
I am planning to go to Sofia, Bulgaria in two weeks. I hope to be able to rent an apartment, to open a banking account and also to get basic insurance for foreigners, as I have seen posted here.For the apartment, I am thinking about getting a ...
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Inheritance Laws by Snowball6
HiMy mother owned an apartment in Sunny Beach which has passed to my 2 sisters and I upon her recent demise. She didn鈥檛 make a will in Bulgaria. Can anyone advise on where we stand?
According to BG law the children and the husband (if there is one) inherit the property. Each gets a certain % of the inheritance. If you have a UK will you can translate it and legalize it in BG. Then visit a Notary public in Nessebar or Sunny ... Read More
Found some old microscope slides and doctor's notes in bulgarian by paasrdr
Hello everyone!I was born in Bulgaria and we moved to Canada when I was 7 and I haven't been back.While cleaning out my mom's old things, my sister found some old microscope slides and a few doctors notes on them.We're not native Bulgarian speakers ...
Hi, send it to me I will help you. Read More
Long term parking Sofia by SandraW
Hello, we have a place in Haskovo region and are looking for a cheap option of travelling from Sofia. Our flights dont seem to match up with buses and trains so we are looking for long term parking in or around Sofia for our car. Does anyone know of ...
@SandraW Hello, if you are looking to rent a garage in Sofia pls contact me. Read More
Looking for Advice - Apartment in Sofia by HeebieGeebie
Hi all! There seem to be some very knowledgeable and experienced people on here and I would appreciate your advice.My partner & I would love to buy an apartment in Sofia. She is Bulgarian & I am British, we are not married. Our idea is to ...
@HeebieGeebie Hello,It is always good to invest in a property so you are not insane.I do not think that the British national will get a mortgage in Bulgaria.Have you checked this?Otherwise you have done your homework quite well.Yes, you can buy the ... Read More
Looking for someone
@Bluebird37聽Sydney David Smith? Is that whom you are looking for? Read More
Looking for someone
@Bluebird37聽Sydney David Smith? Is that whom you are looking for? Read More
Banking in Bulgaria by ronhill98
I hope to move to bulgaria soon and to retire there. My pension etc will be paid to a Bulgarian bank account. Has anyone any advice about the banks and particularly charges for transferring money from UK to Bulgaria? I'll be coming to Bulgaria next ...
A lot of British people live in the Veliko Tarnovo area. For me it is a bit boring there. I think it is better Sofia area or Varna area. The airport is too far away in Veliko Tarnovo. My husband lives in Sofia for 12 years now and he does not speak ... Read More
Banking in Bulgaria by ronhill98
I hope to move to bulgaria soon and to retire there. My pension etc will be paid to a Bulgarian bank account. Has anyone any advice about the banks and particularly charges for transferring money from UK to Bulgaria? I'll be coming to Bulgaria next ...
No, I am Bulgarian from Sofia. My husband is from Scotland. Bulgaria is a very nice place to live. Which town are you moving to? Read More
Banking in Bulgaria by ronhill98
I hope to move to bulgaria soon and to retire there. My pension etc will be paid to a Bulgarian bank account. Has anyone any advice about the banks and particularly charges for transferring money from UK to Bulgaria? I'll be coming to Bulgaria next ...
Hi Ronhill, Welcome to Bulgaria. I do not know what the UK bank will charge you but here you will have to pay a charge too. As far as I know the minimum is 10 units from the currancy or 0,1%. Do I make any sense? V. Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Sofia
Hi Everyone, This is a very good topic where I think I can be very helpful to everybody who is going to move to Sofia. Like every city there is no thing as a standart price. Prices vary upon size and location. For instance you could spend 200 ... Read More
Bulgarian and English speaker
Hi Jay, If you still need the someone to help you with the business deal you can contact me. V. Mc Callum Read More
apartment maintenence by martygall
Hi it's costing me a fortune for a solicitor to hold keys to my apartment in Sofia and pay a couple of bills. Anyone know of a reputable English speaking person that would do this for a reasonable price?
Hi, I live in Boyana. We have a house there. It is not a problem for me to help you. Vesi Read More