JosieCrew
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D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
@gwynjThanks the reason for applying is so we can buy, move and live there, register a company to work through (remotely, UK company, contracted rather than PAYE). Basically live our life there the same as we would in the uK.Do we have any hope if ... Read More
D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
Also, how long and complicated is the yearly renewal, does anyone know? Read More
D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
@SimCityAT Thanks, thats not too bad, do they keep the passport? Read More
D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
@janemulberry Its December next year. Read More
D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
wtf, so what if you need it for ID or an emergency trip or something. Thats insane if true. Read More
D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
Thanks. Our perm residence will apply from Dec 25, so it looks like we will have to apply via the normal D Visa route. I don't really want to stay here in Spain and pay for a house in BG. If it comes to it we will possibly go back to the UK and wait ... Read More
D visa times by Suzi Masterson
How long is the waiting period to get an appointment at the embassy at the moment does anyone know please?I'm trying to make sure we don't over stay and make a plan if it's longer than. I need it to be
@Suzi Masterson Did you find out?So did you apply from within BG? I have read that you have to apply at the embassy in your country of residence. I'm a bit confused about what we need to do actually. We thought we could transfer our EU residency but ... Read More
Dangers to dogs, pets, other animals by JosieCrew
Hi,Where we currently live there are several dangers to pets, leishmania from mosquitos, snakes, toads that shouldn't be licked, processional caterpillars.Is there anything like that in Bulgaria that we need to be aware of please? We are looking at ...
@JosieCrew Are you a worrier? Stress/anxiety could have a bigger impact on your life than many/most of Bulgaria's critter population. :-) -@gwynj No I'm not, I just like to be fully prepared and know if there is anything I need to be ... Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
@gwynj OK thanks Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
How does making an offer work, there is no makng an offer, if I've read right, is that correct? The price just is what it is?Is there anything in particular we need to check for in the contract? Read More
Dangers to dogs, pets, other animals
Hi,Where we currently live there are several dangers to pets, leishmania from mosquitos, snakes, toads that shouldn't be licked, processional caterpillars.Is there anything like that in Bulgaria that we need to be aware of please? We are looking at ... Read More
Question about WISE by TonyFF
I just started applying to get WISE.The verification process requires to get a photo via my phone and to upload my passport.Is this one time deal or I have to constantly be verified when I move money?
You can leave currency pots empty, my GBP one is empty at the moment.I don't know how the currency works if you spend in one currency (say leva) but your money is in another currency pot (GBP for instance). I assume they would use the GBP and ... Read More
Trustable lawyer by Alex1959
Dear friends,We are a middle aged couple looking for Bulgarian property to buy and live. It may be in Varna ,Sofia or Stara Zagora.We need good and trustable lawyer who will help us (check all utilities bills and ownership documents, prepare all ...
Ooh nice! Read More
Trustable lawyer by Alex1959
Dear friends,We are a middle aged couple looking for Bulgarian property to buy and live. It may be in Varna ,Sofia or Stara Zagora.We need good and trustable lawyer who will help us (check all utilities bills and ownership documents, prepare all ...
@janemulberry Thanks, thats how it works in Spain too, if they've left a huge bill, you become responsible for it, and they wont reconnect your water/elec etc until you've paid it, not without a lot of hassle, and rules they make up as they go ... Read More
Trustable lawyer by Alex1959
Dear friends,We are a middle aged couple looking for Bulgarian property to buy and live. It may be in Varna ,Sofia or Stara Zagora.We need good and trustable lawyer who will help us (check all utilities bills and ownership documents, prepare all ...
@JimJ Ok, I understand now, I read it like you have to take your bills to be looked at for something each month If its just part of conveyancing checks, that makes sense. That will teach me not to read posts while in meetings Read More
Trustable lawyer by Alex1959
Dear friends,We are a middle aged couple looking for Bulgarian property to buy and live. It may be in Varna ,Sofia or Stara Zagora.We need good and trustable lawyer who will help us (check all utilities bills and ownership documents, prepare all ...
What would you need a lawyer to check your utility bills for please? Read More
Smoking in Bulgaria by TonyFF
I am very surprised nobody raises this topic. Are you guys all smokers on this forum? This is one thing I hate in Bulgaria ( and anywhere in the world that smoking is prevalent)- so many people smoke.How do you deal with it if you are non-smoker? ...
In my village you can still smoke with your beer. I do love Bulgaria! -@mickeyhartIndoors?I don't like smelling smoke when I'm eating, but don't mind it if I'm sitting on a terrace with a drink, although I don't like it too close to me/in ... Read More
Van rental by JosieCrew
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company?The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ...
Oof 3k is expensive. I had a look at box vans on fb, there was one for 鈧�3k, there were long wheel base transits for around 1500-1700e but obviously spanish registered, and you need to pay the name transfer fee, so no real resale value in BG or ... Read More
Bulgaria Starlink service by TonyFF
Will be ordering above service soon. If anyone has it - please give input. Do you like it?Can it be used for WIFI calling as well ? ( my wife likes her US phone service, despite me getting sat phone)
What vpn do you use? I've got surfshark and only recently signed up to a 2 year package so hopefully that works out there. Read More
Bulgaria Starlink service by TonyFF
Will be ordering above service soon. If anyone has it - please give input. Do you like it?Can it be used for WIFI calling as well ? ( my wife likes her US phone service, despite me getting sat phone)
Someone I work with has it in South Africa and is very impressed with it. Hopefully the service is consistent everywhere? Read More
Van rental by JosieCrew
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company?The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ...
How much was the small fortune for a hire van compared to the small fortune of buying from ebay? If we buy a van, we have to tax and insure it as well as make sure it has a long enough MOT to make it feasible to be sold in BG, as that can take time. ... Read More
Van rental
Hi, Another question from me, are there van hire companies available. to move your stuff yourself, rather than use a moving company?The plan would be to drive over with our dogs and things we need immediately then hire a van, drive back to the ... Read More
Butane gas bottles/fires/appliances by JosieCrew
Are butane gas bottles available, and if so, how much are they roughly? Where we live now we use these at the moment in an estufa/calor gas fire - and you can also run heating, boilers and cookers off them. I'm wondering whether its worth bringing ...
Thats good to know, thanks. No one has ever mentioned that to me, but once you exchange the bottle, you get a recently filled one that must have been checked by the gas company.I bought empties from facebook. Where we are, if you don't do it that ... Read More
Butane gas bottles/fires/appliances by JosieCrew
Are butane gas bottles available, and if so, how much are they roughly? Where we live now we use these at the moment in an estufa/calor gas fire - and you can also run heating, boilers and cookers off them. I'm wondering whether its worth bringing ...
Ok great, I'll maybe bring one or two full ones with me and sell the rest of the empties. That way I can still use my estufa if necessary while we get set up over there. Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
I've noticed that, that some seem to be collating and listing properties from the other sites. Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
I don't mind travelling, 20-30 mins to my local shopping area and up to an hour into the city for more special trips. Where we live now, we are up a mountain but its very populated and residential. in the summer it can take a good half hour to get ... Read More
Butane gas bottles/fires/appliances
Are butane gas bottles available, and if so, how much are they roughly? Where we live now we use these at the moment in an estufa/calor gas fire - and you can also run heating, boilers and cookers off them. I'm wondering whether its worth bringing ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
I also love kayaking too. Just done a search of things to do in the Dobrich region on trip advisor and there are loads of things; Beaches, bars, bowling, pottery, spas, 2 aquaparks, zip line, climbing/air park thing, national parks, zoo, winery, ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
I am slightly torn over area again. We've found one we want but husband doesn't want to put the money down til we've been and looked, but I'm concerned it will be bought before we can get there.BUT someone I work with, who is Bulgarian, has advised ... Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
Thanks, we''ve found a house now and its with a different agent. But, this is all very helpful in case that one falls through for whatever reason. Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
@JaneMulberry Thank you, That's reassuring to hear. We are now looking at a Dobrich definitely, have seen a house but my husband can't visit til next week and I'm worried it will be snapped up before we can buy it I love it, would hand my money ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
What would be considered rich, that would cause you problems? I'm a bit concerned about this after seeing someone on here worried that having a washing machine machine delivered might make her a target.If I turn up with appliances and chest freezer ... Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
Thank you Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
I live by myself at the moment in the Pomorie municipality of Burgas because my husband an only child is in the UK looking after his frail elderly Mum it's not easy but having a good neighbour is a help as I'm the onky Brit in the village.聽 I ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
@JosieCrew I've lived in VT and now live in Varna.聽 Whilst both cities are good places to live, Varna is bigger and, therefore, has more services, shops and transportation, including, of course, the airport. To be frank, my wife (she's ... Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region by JosieCrew
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ...
Thank you. Does Varna airport stop flying to the UK over winter? I just read that sometimes you still have to travel to Sofia to get a flight, but when I googled Fraport website says they intended to fly to the UK every day through winter 23/24. Read More
Pay monthly companies by JosieCrew
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ...
Ok thank you Read More
Varna/Dobrich vs Veliko Tarnovo region
Hi All,We seem to have whittled our locations down to Varna or Dobrich and around VT, what are pros/cons of each or where would you choose and why?So far the main con of around VT is the distance to the airport. We might be flitting back and forth ... Read More
Pay monthly companies
Hi Everyone, I see bulgaria Direct and Mowlem recommended, but what are peoples' thoughts about bulgaria property finder .co.uk and bulgarian property finder .com? The names are very similar so there something we should be aware of there?Also, which ... Read More
Burglary rate in Bulgaria by GuestPoster3658
Reading this forum you'd think Bulgaria is plagued with domestic property burglaries.But according to these statistics Bulgaria has a burglary rate over 6x less than the UK and over 3x less than Ireland.I have never been burgled living in the UK or ...
Thats good to know. Read More
Burglary rate in Bulgaria by GuestPoster3658
Reading this forum you'd think Bulgaria is plagued with domestic property burglaries.But according to these statistics Bulgaria has a burglary rate over 6x less than the UK and over 3x less than Ireland.I have never been burgled living in the UK or ...
@janemulberry Ok thank you Read More
Burglary rate in Bulgaria by GuestPoster3658
Reading this forum you'd think Bulgaria is plagued with domestic property burglaries.But according to these statistics Bulgaria has a burglary rate over 6x less than the UK and over 3x less than Ireland.I have never been burgled living in the UK or ...
Sorry, I meant washing machine, from the post above mine.Does this all stand if you are living in the property full time or just more of a concern if you are away a lot?We also have dogs so I'd hope they would be a deterrent too. Read More
Burglary rate in Bulgaria by GuestPoster3658
Reading this forum you'd think Bulgaria is plagued with domestic property burglaries.But according to these statistics Bulgaria has a burglary rate over 6x less than the UK and over 3x less than Ireland.I have never been burgled living in the UK or ...
Would a new machine machine be considered worthy of being burgled?What if you turn up with your moving van and your houseful of stuff? Would you be an immediate burglar target? Read More
Studena, Haskovo by JosieCrew
Hi All,Can anyone tell me what life around Studena would be like please?Does it feel safe? Are the people welcoming? What is the demographic like? Is it an old area or does it have a young and vibrant feel?What would it be like to leave your house ...
Thank you. Read More
Studena, Haskovo by JosieCrew
Hi All,Can anyone tell me what life around Studena would be like please?Does it feel safe? Are the people welcoming? What is the demographic like? Is it an old area or does it have a young and vibrant feel?What would it be like to leave your house ...
Thank you. Country living with a town 20-30 mins away is perfect.Do not a lot of people have cars? I've seen a few people on here saying they get public transport. I'd assume being rural, you'd need a car.The gyms etc is because I currently go to a ... Read More
Studena, Haskovo by JosieCrew
Hi All,Can anyone tell me what life around Studena would be like please?Does it feel safe? Are the people welcoming? What is the demographic like? Is it an old area or does it have a young and vibrant feel?What would it be like to leave your house ...
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Studena, Haskovo by JosieCrew
Hi All,Can anyone tell me what life around Studena would be like please?Does it feel safe? Are the people welcoming? What is the demographic like? Is it an old area or does it have a young and vibrant feel?What would it be like to leave your house ...
Another couple of questions, is the Internet good enough to work from home full time, 5 days a week?Is it easy to cross into Turkey or Greece for a visit?Are there any rules around keeping big dogs? In some places you have to have insurance and take ... Read More
Studena, Haskovo by JosieCrew
Hi All,Can anyone tell me what life around Studena would be like please?Does it feel safe? Are the people welcoming? What is the demographic like? Is it an old area or does it have a young and vibrant feel?What would it be like to leave your house ...
Thanks, thats all really helpful. I'm sure I'll have more questions shortly Read More
Studena, Haskovo
Hi All,Can anyone tell me what life around Studena would be like please?Does it feel safe? Are the people welcoming? What is the demographic like? Is it an old area or does it have a young and vibrant feel?What would it be like to leave your house ... 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, New here, just created an account, only recently (a few days ago) decided to look into Bulgaria as a relocation destination so am here factfinding Read More
Studena area by leamnffc
Hello all, I鈥檓 just wondering if there鈥檚 anyone that lives in or around Studena and could recommend a good builder please. many thanks in advance
Hi @leamnffcHow are you finding the area? We are looking around there and I've just just looked at google street view, although some of that is from 2012, has it had any improvements etc since then? Do you like it there? Read More