Bulgaria Residency 2024 for Foreigners & Retired

Schengen 2024 updates for Bulgaria are effective in March, and Social Security and Pensioner Retiree Residency is still an option in this affordable country. If you wish to live in Bulgaria we provide the current opportunities in today's video for residency.
We slow travel the world, often called roaming retirement or roving retirement. We retired early and use Montenegro as our non-Schengen home base. Montenegro is an attractive and affordable alternative to the high prices in the US. If you own a home in Montenegro life can be very comfortable for the average American. Do you want to live abroad as an Expat or Nomad? Are you looking for affordable and viable options? We are exploring the world to see what it's like to live in a country, and also discover if Residency is an option. We visited with our attorney in Veliko Tarnovo Bulgaria to discover if this Balkan country is an option for you, so if you're a digital nomad, a retiree or thinking of retiring abroad we did this video with you in mind.
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Do you want to live abroad as an Expat? Are you looking for affordable and viable options? We are exploring the world to see what it's like to live in a country, and also discover if Residency is an option.
We began our retirement in March of 2020 with the intent to travel the world, spending 1-3 months in a country or location. We want to see what it's like to live there and not simply visit, and we want to share these experiences and the costs with whoever wishes to follow along.
The average US Retiree on Social Security receives $1,800 a month, and a couple on Social Security averages over $2,800 a month. A US Expat living on Social Security can expect a great standard of living in many countries such as Turkey, Serbia, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Hungary, Poland, Spain, Italy, Philippines, Thailand, Ecuador, and many others when compared to the living costs in the US. If you dreamed of traveling as a nomad in retirement this video is for you.
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[@futurekron]

That is so true! Before I saw Dimitar on your last video, I talked to 2-3 different attorneys who basically told me to "take a hike". Dimitar is the best. Thanks for the introduction guys.

[@dougb.2627]

Did they think it is not possible? Not worth their trouble for what you would pay them? Or something else?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

You are very welcome 🤗

[@willmurphey593]

Thanks guys for a great informative video

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Our pleasure!

[@MOJOMINDMUSIC]

Great video! So with the new Schengen updates, will Social Security and Pensioner Retirees be able to stay in the country more than 90 days? Thanks

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes if you apply for and obtain residency.

[@jmfangio286]

Really useful - Dimiter looks like an extremely useful contact. 10% tax sounds very appealing.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

He has been stellar for us. Thanks for watching us 😊

[@ajdrums8075]

Nice vid as usual 👌

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thank you again

[@salemsheikh8864]

Great informative video as always, so the lawyer can provide the required two-year active company which will sponsor the representative, isn't it?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I do not believe this is the case. Email me and I can forward you to Dimitar [e-mail]

[@dougb.2627]

Unrelated, but how are your viewers / clients / friends in Ecuador doing? Everyone please stay safe.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Sorry for the delay, everyone there is safe and doing well as far as we are aware. Thanks for asking ❤️

[@exploringdimensions4all853]

Watching from Ecuador trying to figure out what to do.

[@nspr9721]

Good to see Dimitar because I also was told a lot of 'no you can't', quite unlike Serbia, until you meet the right people

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching:)

[@FindingFinley]

Are there income minimums for retired pensioners? Other countries like Italy and Spain have what I consider high income requirements for a couple. What if a retired person wants to own a car in Bulgaria? Or buy a house? Thanks

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It is very low, I think approximately $600 USD a month. The minimum wage equivalent.

[@goodbabushkafarm1481]

Your retirement payments need to be more that Bulgarian What is now around $300 a months But before visa D in Bulgarian bank account need to be 6 months *$300=$1800 minimum

[@goodbabushkafarm1481]

You buy a house or apartments, but land or car only for LLC owners Means you need open a company and your company buying Not difficult

[@janereid1440]

We are early retirees but have the means to pay monthly transactions into a Bulgarian bank. Would this qualify for a Dtype visa?

[@davidchilton4301]

Very interesting - an option I hadn't considered.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching.

[@ncalcamper]

Hi W&J love your videos! For pensioner visa how much has to be deposited into Bulgarian bank account monthly? Also can you provide additional information on physical presence requirements?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please send us an email [e-mail] so we can forward it to the expert who can answer properly. Thanks for watching:)

[@goodbabushkafarm1481]

Please make a video about USA rules that SSA will be agreed to pay when you live in other countries What payments are 100% safe and what you maybe lost (SSI) or state payments Very interesting for lots of expats

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Well, we believe this would be a great video, it would concern us to put out information like this, without a very credible expert.

[@DmitroZlodyugin]

​@@WarrenJulieTravelplease make a video about ssa payment . How can we get pension money in Bulgaria from USA. Very important for many Americans pensioners. Tanks. 😢

[@leonidlukashevsky6487]

​@@DmitroZlodyugin If you leave the U.S., we will stop your benefits the month after the sixth calendar month in a row that you are outside the country. You can make visits to the United States for specific periods of time, depending on how long you've been outside, to continue receiving your benefits.  www.ssa.gov

[@leonidlukashevsky6487]

If you leave the U.S., we will stop your benefits the month after the sixth calendar month in a row that you are outside the country. You can make visits to the United States for specific periods of time, depending on how long you've been outside, to continue receiving your benefits.  www.ssa.gov

[@DmitroZlodyugin]

@@leonidlukashevsky6487 я имею другую информацию. Болгария входит в число стран с прямым депозитам с США.

[@joelfaulk]

Still have Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia (Ohrid is wonderful), Ukraine (spent 2 months this year), Turkey, and Georgia.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

There is also Serbia and Bosnia as options.

[@Dessy640]

Welcome to Bulgaria!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

😃

[@irynastephens4892]

Maybe I missed it, but how about having a notarized long-term property lease as one of the retirements for a retiree visa for US citizens. Thank you!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I’m not sure about that. We can put you in touch with the attorney to get answers if you wish. Just email us at [e-mail]

[@alinabiochinskaya6193]

I believe that it is still a must. It is either a notaried yearly property lease or proof of purchased real estate.

[@soundslight7754]

Interesting video, thanks for sharing with us. I wonder why you don't take same option and be in the EU as you wish not having to spend 180 days a year outside?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We are traveling and have not decided to do residency at this time. We are leaning towards Montenegro for our residency at some point right now.

[@StevePotter-G6HOQ]

A quick question if I may, my wife and I are retired in the UK with a pension paid in UK bank. We have a bulgarian company already and have land/house in Bulgaria for 13 years, and a bulgarian bank account. We wish to come over as and when we can without the 90/180 days restriction, but we will not be residents all year may be no more than 6 months.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I think we are missing the question. Are you asking how many months it is obligatory to stay in Bulgaria to retain residency?

[@harryfey950]

Hello Warren and Julie love your show we would like to move to Bulgaria two within three years From Holland and enjoy our pension but please could you tell me what is a dissertation certificate kind regards Harry and Yvonne

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please send us an email at [e-mail] so we can forward your information to our residency attorney. I am not sure I understand, but I will try to get the proper answers. Thanks for watching:)

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

Very informative, So I think even though Bulgaria will be a part of those 29 countries in March , you'll still be able to maintain your business and keep driving around in Abby...🤔

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes, we should have no issues with this. 😃

[@marcelduits8867]

Nice country. I was served by The Kickstart Company.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I am not sure what the Kicksart Company is, but hopefully that is a good thing. Thanks for watching.

[@bobwa399]

How much amount is required to qualify for retiree visa? is it monthly?

[@drholidayinn5810]

I read you need proof of self sufficiency. If my income comes from real estate, how much do I need?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please send us an email at [e-mail] so we can send your questions to the residency expert.

[@DeepDank]

As a middle aged couple with a young child, we would love to move there, but it sounds like the only visa available would be freelance as she works remote for a company here in the uk, contract ongoing Very sad as I’m an organic farmer and would love to get over there.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please feel free to email us at warrenjulietravel@gmail We can connect you with the attorney so he can provide you with the options available.

[@dovygoodguy1296]

Do people work with Demeter directly even if they are going to Sofia or Plovdiv, or only in Veliko Tarnovo?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

You can be in any location.

[@dovygoodguy1296]

@@WarrenJulieTravel How would one meet him if he is in Veliko Tarnovo?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@dovygoodguy1296 email us [e-mail]

[@playbookpredictions]

What is the amount of monthly income you will need to survive in Bulgaria let's say in the Varna area? Does you lawyer work in all of Bulgaria? I am a VA disabled Vet that was looking to move to Bulgaria.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

This is a very subjective question depending on your lifestyle. Please feel free to email us at [e-mail] for further discussion.

[@ParisianThinker]

I see no reason to apply for a BULGARIAN resident permit that taxes American pensioners 10%, when France doesn't tax your Social Security or IRA or Pension at all. France offers low or no cost health insurance to retirees who are low income. France is also is a country with higher life expectancy.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

We really can’t speak to what France offers other than what we read online as we have not spoken with a residency expert on the country.

[@MrKosh72]

Dimitar said pensions are not taxed at all. 10% is the income tax for workers.

[@marinahampton1129]

France has low cost medical for French citizens, not for all people who decide to go there and use the French Social system

[@ErnstBorel]

You are totally correct.

[@ErnstBorel]

​@@WarrenJulieTravelyou should visit France. It's a lovely country.

[@atk1314]

00:04 Discussing residency and car registration in Bulgaria 02:39 Bulgaria Residency 2024 update 07:47 Foreign retirees can obtain residency in Bulgaria with proper documentation 10:15 Opportunity for residency in Bulgaria and impact of Shengen zone 15:20 Requirements for obtaining residency through company sponsorship 17:47 Requirement of having at least one foreign employee in a Bulgarian company for residency 22:39 Tax implications for foreigners working remotely from Bulgaria 24:54 Bulgaria offers a 10% flat tax, making it attractive for many 29:36 Bulgaria Residency 2024 update with positive feedback Crafted by Merlin AI.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks! We are now adding chapters to most of our videos.

[@VWApachey]

Hia, one of my friends wants to know if they can get their D Visa for residency by having a UK private pension ( not the state government pension)?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes if he has a retirement pension he should qualify, private should not matter.

[@MrSean03839]

So US 401k retirement income does not count for residency income visa requirements?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please work with our attorney, Dimitar. He may have additional options. Best of luck.

[@ericyuan9718]

Yeah, I really hate the Schengen rules as a nomad and how more and more of Europe is being added to the Schengen area.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

It is extremely frustrating, but we are very fortunate to have the countries we currently do . Losing Romania and Bulgaria was definitely a huge loss.

[@ParisianThinker]

So true! It's being done to Block Russia.

[@leolana6729]

Great video !.. with quality and trust information. ( the dogs in the way around ruined alot the credibiliy of the importance of what was told!... dont do that anymore!)

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Our dogs are part of the household. We don’t have other places for them to be. We have done previous videos with the same attorney as this one without the dogs Perhaps that will suit you better

[@rucoleman6677]

I would like to talk to your attorney / lawyer. Because I am seeking a resedecy permit leading to citerzenship

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please email us at [e-mail] and we will connect you with Dimitar.

[@harristroy1980]

Can Veterans Disability be considered as retirement income?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

I cannot answer this. Please send me an email at [e-mail] with a copy of your VA letter so I can provide it to the attorney and get the proper information.

[@millennialfalkon]

Yesss!!

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Glad you like it 😁

[@firasmazloum1583]

Can I have the attorney contacts. I am interested

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

The contact information is in the video description. If you prefer, you may send us an email and we will get you in touch directly. Our email is [e-mail]

[@bobwa399]

Dissertation is written by academicians/students for university degree...I don't understand why this guy says its needed for immigration.

[@srividhyasundar5883]

I'm having bulgarian eu blue card.. can i travel to schengen countries from April, 2024 by air or sea directly without the need to apply visa separately?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Potentially, but we suggest contacting Dimitar directly.

[@ParisianThinker]

Yes, for 90 days.

[@VWApachey]

Is it possible to get residency or a S visa before retirement?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

What country are you from? Send me an email and I’ll forward you to Dimitar. [e-mail]

[@JayandSarah]

These pension things are unfortunate. You can be not retired with a pension, but retired and able to support yourself through provable sources that would far exceed a "pension", but that does not count. Very unfortunate.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Yes, unfortunately you are spot on. It’s definitely easy if you’re on a pension though.

[@JayandSarah]

@@WarrenJulieTravel yes. There are obviously other ways but it's a glaring problem in so many countries visa programs for "retired" folks. We are "retired" in all sense of the term... but no pension. There are always other options sometimes that can work.

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

@@JayandSarah yes, this is our world as well.

[@stevenjb.9275]

A bit confused. A US Citizen on Social Security. If Bulgaria enters the EU, will this stop non-EU citizens from getting long term (over 90-days) Residency Visa stay in the country?

[@JayandSarah]

@@stevenjb.9275 they are still independent countries, no different than say Portugal being in the EU. You could only stay in other EU countries 60 of any 180 days in that case I would say. A bit hard for them to track if you were violating that but I believe this is correct.

[@IdongesitDaniel-ou9kl]

Sir, With due respect, stereotyping and making unproven generalisation about Nigerians for fraudulent stuff is unacceptable. I take exception to that comment. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly exist in every society even in your own country of origin, so stop singling out Nigerians. Thank you

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Our apologies. Pease understand it is not all Nigerians, but a huge amount of scams coming from a few people. This link speaks to this topic from a Nigerian viewpoint. www.quora.com/What-is-the-reason-for-the-high-number-of-email-scams-originating-from-Nigeria-and-Ghana

[@natalias1212]

America will tax person working for American company. If Bulgaria will tax as well, person will get a double taxation. I know as I worked like this in USA. They will even tax in the state of work location and if you live in another state, they will tax you there too.

[@VWApachey]

What Is the criteria to get a Bulgarian passport?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Contact us at [e-mail] and I’ll connect you to Dimitar.

[@syedhaider7302]

I am a retired doctor from Pakistan My pension is euro 500 only and I can perform light jobs easily preferably as a medical assistant How to start I am 65 years old Also my cousin 43years a cook also wanted to move to Bulgaria.We are from Pakistan

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please contact the attorney in the video description.

[@MagicMiro]

These visas between Bulgaria and the U.S. are total nonsense. Hopefully, the visas will be soon in the past. The American embassy in Sofia is working towards it.

[@antoniodelrey164]

Get ready for a long wait and endless bureaucracy and of course an expensive lawyer and money for the bakshish. But the lawyer and bakshish is what works…

[@goodbabushkafarm1481]

Have my visa D in January 2024 And waiting to restore my new for me house in Black Sea

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

How exciting for you. If you are interested in speaking about the process, let us know. It would be an informative video for other people. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you wish to share the story.

[@Salmankhalidhameed]

Hello. Great video. Is there a contact email for Dimitar Dimitrov you could kindly share please. I would like to apply for my parents who are retired. Thanks

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please email us at [e-mail] and I will connect you to him. Thanks for watching 😁❤️

[@adelatta4402]

❤❤❤

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Thanks for watching.

[@Fegga1955]

Wow

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

😊

[@oscargalindo7920]

I don't want to work in bulgaria just buy a house and go back and forth so i can work in USA😂 will it be easy to get a residency in my case

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] and we will connect you with Dimitar. He will be able to answer questions accurately. Thanks for watching.

[@surfreadjumpsleep]

Language test for a Bulgarian freelancer visa? Did they vote in a nationalist government?

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

A lot of countries are now requiring this.

[@naturesambiancetreehouses8730]

This lawyer cant answer simple questions

[@ErnstBorel]

Bulgaria? Seriously?

[@darren2484]

Its not cheap bgaria sorry its expensive and tbh its a dirty horrible place I've been there seen ju ie needle on rhe beach dirty men do rude things in the warm springs on the side of the road animals deprived of food and trash everywhere oh yeah the weather is shit

[@WarrenJulieTravel]

Im sorry you have had a bad experience, what areas are you speaking about? I know that many cities are not pristine, but we’ve found the people to be kind and polite to us.

[@DeepDank]

As a middle aged couple with a young child, we would love to move there, but it sounds like the only visa available would be freelance as she works remote for a company here in the uk, contract ongoing Very sad as I’m an organic farmer and would love to get over there.

[@DeepDank]

H