How Much Will You Save?
Enter your annual income and see the real difference. No estimates — real numbers based on current tax rates.
The average client saves €25,000–€50,000/year by becoming a Bulgarian tax resident.
Get Your Personalized Tax Plan →* For informational purposes only. Results are simplified estimates based on top marginal tax rates and do not account for personal deductions, social security contributions, municipal taxes, or individual circumstances. Actual tax liability may vary. This calculator does not constitute tax or legal advice. Consult a qualified tax professional before making any decisions regarding tax residency.
See the Difference
Earning €100,000? In Germany, roughly €40,000+ to taxes.
In Bulgaria: €10,000. That's €30,000 back — every year.
* Tax rates shown reflect the top marginal rates for each country and are simplified for comparison purposes. Actual tax liability depends on income level, filing status, applicable deductions, social security contributions, and individual circumstances. This comparison is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute tax or legal advice.
Everything You Need. One Firm.
Company formation, tax residency, bank accounts — all under the EU's lowest tax rate. We handle every legal step so you can focus on growing your business.
Your EU Company — Registered in 3 Days
Register a Bulgarian EOOD remotely and unlock the EU's lowest corporate tax — just 10%. No flights, no bureaucracy. Sign a Power of Attorney and we take care of the Trade Registry, NRA tax registration, and social security enrollment. Your company, ready to invoice clients worldwide.
Incorporation in 3 Days
Submit your documents and we register your EOOD within 3 business days — Trade Registry entry, NRA tax ID, and Bulstat code included. Articles of association and shareholder resolutions — drafted and filed by our team.
Dividend Optimization
10% corporate tax + 5% dividend withholding = just 10% + 5% total effective rate. We structure your salary-to-dividend ratio to maximize take-home pay and keep social security contributions at their legal minimum.
No Resident Director Needed
Bulgaria requires no resident director or local shareholder. Manage your EOOD from anywhere in the world — London, Berlin, Dubai. Registered office address at our Sofia premises is included in the service.
Invoice Globally. Keep 92.5%.
Become a registered freelancer in Bulgaria and start invoicing clients worldwide — in just one day. Bulgarian tax law grants a flat 25% expense deduction with no receipts, bringing your effective income tax to 7.5%. No company formation required. The simplest legal structure with the highest net income in the EU.
Same-Day Registration
We register you with the National Revenue Agency and obtain your BULSTAT code within a single business day. No appointments, no waiting lists — you can start issuing invoices immediately.
Automatic Expense Deduction
Bulgarian tax law grants freelancers a flat 25% recognized expense deduction — no receipts, no bookkeeping. You're taxed on only 75% of your gross revenue, lowering the effective rate from 10% to 7.5%.
Social Contributions Capped
Social security is capped at a fixed monthly ceiling — once you hit it, every extra euro you earn is yours. Combined with the 7.5% tax, this makes Bulgaria the highest net-income jurisdiction for freelancers in the EU.
Bank Account Opened — Without the Rejections
Opening a bank account in Bulgaria as a foreigner is where most people get stuck — strict AML rules, inconsistent requirements between branches, and a language barrier. We prepare your full KYC package, select the right bank or EU-licensed fintech for your business model, and get your account active within one day of approval.
Bulgarian & International Banks
We work with the banks that actually accept foreign-owned businesses. Full support — document preparation, appointment scheduling, branch accompaniment — so your application is approved on the first attempt.
Fintech & Digital Solutions
Prefer Revolut Business, Wise, or Paysera? We ensure your EU-licensed fintech setup meets Bulgarian accounting and tax requirements — so your bookkeeper and the NRA are satisfied from day one.
KYC Package — Pre-Built
Bank compliance teams reject incomplete applications without a second look. We prepare your business description, source-of-funds letter, and UBO declaration in advance — the full package banks expect to see.
Your EU Residency Card — No Guesswork, No Rejections.
Get your Bulgarian residence card — valid for 5 years — with complete document preparation, certified translations, address registration, and Migration Directorate accompaniment. You attend one appointment. We handle everything before and after it.
Long-Term EU Residency
Your card is valid for 5 years and fully renewable. It confirms your legal right to live, work, open a company, and access healthcare in Bulgaria — your official EU base.
Full Document Preparation
Address registration certificate, application forms, photo specifications, proof of health insurance, financial proof — we compile and verify every document before your appointment. Incomplete files are the #1 reason for rejection; ours don't get rejected.
Non-EU? We Cover That Too.
For non-EU nationals, we handle Visa D applications, long-term residence permits, and the new Bulgarian Digital Nomad Visa — designed for remote workers who want an EU base with low taxes and no employer requirement.
The Document That Locks In Your 10% Tax Rate.
Bulgaria's Tax Residency Certificate — issued by the National Revenue Agency — is the legal proof that you pay 10% flat tax and nothing more. It activates double taxation treaty protection with 70+ countries. We assess your eligibility, build your case file, submit the application, and deliver the certificate to you.
Double Taxation Treaties
Bulgaria has active double taxation agreements with over 70 countries — from Germany and France to the US and UAE. Your certificate ensures you are taxed once, at 10%, and we analyze the specific treaty provisions that apply to your home country.
Days Test or Centre of Vital Interests
Two paths to qualify: spend 183+ days in Bulgaria per calendar year, or prove it is your centre of vital interests — registered company, property, family ties, primary bank account. We assess which route is stronger for your situation and prepare the supporting evidence.
Home Country De-Registration
Obtaining the Bulgarian certificate is only half the equation. To avoid dual tax residency claims, you must properly de-register from your current jurisdiction. We guide you through the exit process and help prevent overlapping tax obligations.
Relocate to Bulgaria. We Handle Every Step.
Residency card, company or freelancer registration, tax residency certificate, bank account, apartment, healthcare enrollment, 12 months of accounting — bundled into one package with one fee and one dedicated manager. No coordinating between agencies. No figuring out what comes next. We've done this hundreds of times.
Apartment & Lifestyle Setup
We search apartments in your preferred Sofia neighborhood, review the lease in Bulgarian, set up utilities, and get you a local SIM. Relocating with family? We handle healthcare enrollment and international school research too.
Accounting & Compliance Included
Your first 12 months of bookkeeping, monthly tax filings, VAT returns, and annual financial statements are included. A dedicated accountant handles your books and is available for advisory year-round — no surprise invoices.
One Dedicated Manager
One person coordinates everything — legal, tax, accounting, housing, logistics. No bouncing between departments or re-explaining your situation. Your manager knows your case inside out and responds within hours, not days.
Not sure which structure saves you the most? Book a free 15-minute consultation — we'll analyze your situation and recommend the optimal setup.
Book Free Consultation →Bulgaria Tax Residency in 5 Steps
From first call to official 10% flat tax status. Here is exactly how we make it happen.
Free Strategy Call — Your Personal Tax Plan
We analyze your income structure, current tax jurisdiction, and goals to determine if Bulgaria's 10% flat tax is the right fit. You leave the call with a personal savings estimate and a recommended structure — EOOD company or freelancer registration.
Bulgarian Company or Freelancer Registration
We register your EOOD with the Trade Registry at 10% corporate tax, or set you up as a freelancer at 7.5% effective rate with the automatic 25% expense deduction. NRA tax ID, social security, bank account opening — all handled. You are ready to invoice from Bulgaria.
EU Residency Card and Address Registration
We register your Bulgarian address, prepare the full document set, and accompany you to the Migration Directorate. Your EU residency card is valid for 5 years and confirms your legal right to live and work in Bulgaria. Fast-track processing available.
Tax Registration and Home Country De-Registration
We complete your full tax registration with Bulgaria's National Revenue Agency. In parallel, we guide you through de-registering from your current tax jurisdiction — whether that means Abmeldung in Germany, exit tax planning in France, or the Statutory Residence Test in the UK. We analyze the applicable double taxation treaty to eliminate any dual-residency risk.
Official Bulgarian Tax Residency Certificate
The NRA Tax Residency Certificate is your official proof of Bulgarian tax status — recognized in 70+ countries under bilateral double taxation treaties. We build your case, file the application, and deliver the certificate. This is the document that makes your 10% flat tax rate a legal reality worldwide.
Is Bulgaria Tax Residency Right for You?
Whether you're a freelancer, a business owner, or managing investments — Bulgaria's flat tax system offers a legal path to significantly lower your tax burden within the EU.
Freelancers & Digital Nomads
from 7.5% effective taxRegister as a Bulgarian freelancer and invoice clients worldwide. Bulgaria grants an automatic 25% expense deduction — bringing your effective income tax to just 7.5%. Social contributions are capped, so the more you earn, the more you save compared to Western Europe.
Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
10% corporate + 5% dividendSet up a Bulgarian EOOD with just €1 capital. Pay 10% corporate tax on profits and 5% on dividends. Structure your salary-dividend split to maximize take-home pay. No resident director required — run your company from anywhere in the EU.
Investors & Retirees
10% flat + exemptionsNo wealth tax. No inheritance tax for close relatives. Capital gains on EU-listed shares are exempt. Pension income can be optimized through Bulgaria's 70+ double taxation treaties. A stable EU jurisdiction with the euro from 2026.
Hear It From Our Clients
Real people, real results. Watch what EU citizens say about their Bulgarian tax residency journey with Innovires.
What Our Clients Say
See what clients across Europe say about working with us.
Before working with Innovires I was paying high taxes in Spain. They were very honest and professional, explaining every phase and guiding me through the process of opening my company and moving my residency. Now I can fully concentrate on my business.
I would thoroughly recommend Yordan and his team at Innovires. The service was informationally-rich, easy, clear and extremely professional. I would 100% recommend Innovires.
I consulted with several lawyers and tax experts, and didn't connect with any of them. Then I found Yordan. He focuses on providing solutions, not problems. Transparent, friendly and easy to work with. He's made my life easier in Bulgaria.
Yordan helped us open a Bulgarian company within a few days. Very professional and good service, full recommendation. Communication was quick and fees were reasonable.
Yordan is such a professional lawyer. I was impressed by the quality of our first exchanges via email and then on the phone. I have contacted dozens of companies in Sofia but Innovires absolutely stands out from the rest.
Their services are very efficient and professional. Having them to answer questions about how to structure my businesses has been a huge help. Definitely recommend to anyone who doesn't want to stress about having a legit tax setup.
The People Behind Innovires

Attorney-at-law and co-founder of Innovires. Leads the firm's tax residency, M&A, and corporate structuring practice. Member of the Bulgarian Bar Association and the Board of Directors of ILF (International Lawyer Firms).

Attorney-at-law and co-founder of Innovires. Specializes in commercial law, employment law, and regulatory compliance. Over a decade of experience advising international businesses operating in Bulgaria.

Trusted advisor to international clients on Bulgarian tax planning, company formation, and ongoing compliance. Manages day-to-day client relationships and ensures every engagement runs smoothly from start to finish.

Specializes in international tax advisory and corporate structuring for foreign entrepreneurs. Guides clients through every stage of Bulgarian business setup — from entity selection and registration to ongoing regulatory compliance and tax optimization.
Expert Insights
Ultimate Guide to Bulgaria Tax Residency in 2026
Everything from legal requirements to practical steps and real timelines. The 183-day rule, centre of vital interests, NRA application process — all in one place.
How to Close an EOOD: Liquidation, Sale or Dormancy
6-month minimum process, NRA audit risk, costs EUR 1,500–4,000, and why you should never abandon your company.
Bulgaria vs Romania: Taxes, Business & Residency
10% vs 16% corporate tax, 5% vs 8% dividends, Euro, Schengen, and worked examples at EUR 60K–120K.
NRA Tax Audits: What Foreign Owners Must Know
What triggers an audit, your rights, document checklist, penalties, and when you need a lawyer vs accountant.
D Visa for Business: Non-EU Residency Guide
Company route, digital nomad visa, trade representative — decision tree, documents, costs, and path to PR.
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