jasmith837
British Virgin Islander looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 02 January 2024
Campsite Belgium
Hi all. Can anyone recommend a campsite on route through Belgium?聽 Thinking an overnight stop may be in order.聽 ( I'm not in my 30's anymore. ) cheers. James. Read More
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 ...
That's very good value. So basically 1 IBC worth of water for under 拢2.00. Will help with calculations for pool filling. Many thanks. Read More
Pet's. Minoan lines
Hi all. Has anyone taken their dog on the ferry from Italy to Greece? It seems they don't have pet friendly cabins. I wouldn't want to leave my 2 crated for 25 hours. Any information appreciated. Cheers 馃嵒. Read More
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 ...
@janemulberryHi. Sorry I can't answer your question, but I eagerly await someone who can. Read More
Vehicle import by jasmith837
Morning all. After a fruitless search I've turned to the oracle. As I understand it, I can bring a vehicle when I move to Bulgaria. The question is can my wife also bring her own vehicle? We both have motorcycles and we'd like to try and bring ...
@gwynj thank you for the reply. We would probably ride the bikes over. I've done the trip to Greece via Italy before. We'll just treat it as a good road trip and then fly back to get the other stuff and the dogs. We're over next month, hopefully ... Read More
Vehicle import by jasmith837
Morning all. After a fruitless search I've turned to the oracle. As I understand it, I can bring a vehicle when I move to Bulgaria. The question is can my wife also bring her own vehicle? We both have motorcycles and we'd like to try and bring ...
@frazer2022 many thanks for the reply. I wasn't looking forward to telling the wife she can't take her bike because I'm taking mine. Read More
Vehicle import
Morning all. After a fruitless search I've turned to the oracle. As I understand it, I can bring a vehicle when I move to Bulgaria. The question is can my wife also bring her own vehicle? We both have motorcycles and we'd like to try and bring ... Read More
Yulson Homes by Grimsby girl
Hello,I'm looking at buying a property in Bulgaria and I have often been on this forum to look for advice!I was wondering if anyone had come across Yulson Homes, Bulgaria Property and Lettings. I am currently looking at purchasing a property with ...
@Grimsby girl morning. I know this is an old thread, but how did you get on with Osikovo? I'm heading over next month and looking at a property there. Cheers James 馃嵒. Read More
Eood formation
OK. In reference to my last post. Can anyone point me in the right direction for starting a eood for property purchase? I've been advised to start the process before I buy.As it looks like it will be a private sale/ no agent involved, but will be ... Read More
Transfer of Ltd company. by jasmith837
Hi all.I have tried to search but must not be doing it correctly. I'm sure that this has been asked before. Hopefully I will be buying a house soon. A question has arisen regarding Ltd company. If I buy from a brit who is going back to the UK, ...
@gwynjMany thanks for the reply. I'm beginning to think that it will be cheaper and more straightforward to just get my own. Regards James. Read More
Transfer of Ltd company.
Hi all.I have tried to search but must not be doing it correctly. I'm sure that this has been asked before. Hopefully I will be buying a house soon. A question has arisen regarding Ltd company. If I buy from a brit who is going back to the UK, ... Read More
Stambolovo village, Veliko Tarnovo by jasmith837
Hi all. jst wondering if anyone lives in or near Stambolovo village? I'm looking at a house for sale there, but it appears quite close to the rail tracks that pass from VT to Pleven.I was wondering f anybody knows how heavy the use is of the ...
@janemulberry, Many thanks for the heads up.the listing says Stambolovo. On the map it's quite close to Pavlikeni (a little south east).I will ask the agent for the village post code.james Read More
Stambolovo village, Veliko Tarnovo by jasmith837
Hi all. jst wondering if anyone lives in or near Stambolovo village? I'm looking at a house for sale there, but it appears quite close to the rail tracks that pass from VT to Pleven.I was wondering f anybody knows how heavy the use is of the ...
@Great escapist many thanks. I will look them up. Read More
Stambolovo village, Veliko Tarnovo
Hi all. jst wondering if anyone lives in or near Stambolovo village? I'm looking at a house for sale there, but it appears quite close to the rail tracks that pass from VT to Pleven.I was wondering f anybody knows how heavy the use is of the ... Read More
Criminal background check for VISA D by chchristov
Has anyone done the criminal background check for the visa D? We're looking to do this for a Canadian citizen. Do you need the fingerprints when doing the criminal background check from abroad or did you just do the basic criminal background ...
@WaynehdragonSorry I can't help, eagerly awaiting a knowledgeable response from someone who can. Read More
Ltd company formation
Hi all.I have tried the search function but wasn't able to find an answer. My wife and I will be travelling over to Bulgaria in May. Unfortunately we only have one week for this I was wondering if it would be better to establish a Ltd company ... Read More
Looking for recommendation estate agent in south eastern area by maureendevine
Hi all,Coming to Bulgaria next week house hunting.Was looking at Elhovo but estate agents steering me away towards Sliven. He says gypsies are making Elhovo a problematic area.Has anyone experienced this or is he just trying to get a bigger sale ...
@Erm1ntrude many thanks for posting the link. All information noted. Cheers 馃嵒 Read More
Bringing a caravan from the UK by Adriana Petrova
Hello, looking to buy a caravan, if anyone is coming with one to Bulgaria and looking to sell, please contact me, 4/5 berth one, thank you
@Adriana Petrova there are always plenty on Facebook market place. If you have a budget in mind then you can pick one closer to the ferry/ tunnel if you need a quick turn around. Happy hunting. Read More
Snow in your area ? by mckayphil
Its been snowing for about 16 hours now in samokov and still going at it .. Should be good ski in Monday
@mckayphil sounds like fun. I'll add that area to my research. We're hoping to find a place with snow and real winters. Unfortunately I don't think we can stretch to the ski resort areas. Have fun out there. Read More
Implications of selling a Bulgarian house by grumpyoldbird
Hi guys, I've had this text sent to me about the implications of selling a house in Bulgaria. This is exactly as it was sent to me and I have no idea where it originated;I AM NOT AN ACCOUNTANT OR LAWYER. This is just my understanding of the ...
@Hristo Marinov thank you. This backs up what I have been reading. Many thanks, James. Read More
Solar Panels in 2024 by GuestPoster1101101
I'm looking into installing some Solar Panels, but before I start talking to companies, I want to draw up a requirements spec.And that's where I begin to struggle, as I don't really know what I need or how to size it, just a vague idea of what I ...
@grahamstark1 Many thanks kind sir. Gives me a great head start. Regards James. Read More
Solar Panels in 2024 by GuestPoster1101101
I'm looking into installing some Solar Panels, but before I start talking to companies, I want to draw up a requirements spec.And that's where I begin to struggle, as I don't really know what I need or how to size it, just a vague idea of what I ...
@grahamstark1 please could you include me in the recipients list. Cheers James. Read More
Quick Visa question by MasonD
Im not sure if this has been asked before, apologies if it has.I have 2 small final salary pensions that start to pay out when i am 60, about 拢7k a year (拢600 a month).As i understand it the D visa requirements for retirees state 'A ...
@MasonD.Hi sorry I can't help with answer, but I'm following because now I have the same question. I have a pension in payment, but I'm still in my 50's. I thought that the documents from this pension would suffice. Really hoping that I am ... Read More
Starlink internet everywhere in Bulgaria by mickeyhart
Elon Musk just wired up the whole of Bulgaria. Just checking if anyone tried Starlink before I take the plunge?
@gwynj many thanks for that information. I have been poking around for prices and providers. As for Starlink, I'm happy to be wrong, but Elon Musk stated that Starlink will be the same price worldwide. $88 I think. Mainly because there's ... Read More
Where to consider moving for a more self sufficient lifestyle ? by ButterMyPaws19
Hi, we are English (hubby and I) early retirees, who had moved to France pre brexit but are now looking to move to Bulgaria for a new adventure. We moved to rural France for a quieter, more self sufficient, as off grid as possible, life but it is ...
@gwynjMany thanks for taking the time to post. Might need to put the wife's dreamOf goat's and alpacas on hold. Being honest, I have no idea as yet where abouts We will be looking. Definitely rural in/on mountains. I've lived in Canada for a ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don'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 your ...
Hi Philip. We will be retired. Still in our 50's but would like to make the move and have everything in place while it's easier for us. My wife was born and raised on a farm, so the little homestead we're planning won't be a problem. I will ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don'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 your ...
Hi all. James here. Currently in the UK. My wife and I are looking at relocation to Bulgaria, hopefully within 18 months or so. I've been researching for some 20 years on different locations and have only just realised Bulgaria is an option. ... Read More
Where to consider moving for a more self sufficient lifestyle ? by ButterMyPaws19
Hi, we are English (hubby and I) early retirees, who had moved to France pre brexit but are now looking to move to Bulgaria for a new adventure. We moved to rural France for a quieter, more self sufficient, as off grid as possible, life but it is ...
@ButterMyPaws19Hi. After reading your post, it pretty much exactly explains what my wife and I are hoping to find. Happy hunting, and please share any special places that you discover. We'll do the same. Good luck. Read More
Where to consider moving for a more self sufficient lifestyle ? by ButterMyPaws19
Hi, we are English (hubby and I) early retirees, who had moved to France pre brexit but are now looking to move to Bulgaria for a new adventure. We moved to rural France for a quieter, more self sufficient, as off grid as possible, life but it is ...
@janemulberry Many thanks for your reply. Our ideal place would probably be around 3 acres. It seems most of the property I've seen so far is 1/2 to around an acre. It would be great if I could get some woodland/ forest, pretty close by. We'll ... Read More
Property Bubble by Adriana Petrova
hi all, when /if at all/ do you think prices will crash?
Lol. No I will be moving from the UK. Read More
Where to consider moving for a more self sufficient lifestyle ? by ButterMyPaws19
Hi, we are English (hubby and I) early retirees, who had moved to France pre brexit but are now looking to move to Bulgaria for a new adventure. We moved to rural France for a quieter, more self sufficient, as off grid as possible, life but it is ...
Hello. My wife and I are hoping to do something similar. We're still in the UK for now. Looking at relocation in around 18 months or so. Do you have any tips on places to search for rural homestead type property. Kind regards James. Read More