Corporate income tax
10%
Headline rate; other business taxes and charges apply
Do business inBulgaria.
Explore outsourcing, supplier relationships and selected manufacturing opportunities in a euro-area market.
Start your journey
Standard VAT
20%
Reduced rates and exemptions depend on the supply
Currency
EUR
Euro adopted on 1 January 2026
Investment checks
Sector-specific
Certain foreign investments require screening
Assess the operating opportunity in detail.
The Commission forecasts 2.5% GDP growth in 2026 alongside inflation and labour-cost pressures. A cost-conscious operation still needs a clear customer base, dependable local execution and a realistic staffing plan.
European Commission · May 2026 forecast (opens in a new tab)Explore the opportunities.
Start with a defined opportunity, then assess the route to market.
ICT and business services
Explore delivery and outsourcing relationships, comparing skills, service quality and staffing availability.
Invest Bulgaria (opens in a new tab)Manufacturing and sourcing
Validate supplier capacity, quality systems, lead times and logistics before committing to purchasing or production.
Euro-area operations
Euro adoption on 1 January 2026 simplifies euro-denominated transactions. Evaluate the wider operating model alongside currency considerations.
European Central Bank · Bulgaria (opens in a new tab)Understand the essentials.
Taxes, establishment and the detail behind a commercial decision.
Corporate tax
The headline corporate income tax rate is 10%. Payroll, distributions and transaction-specific obligations need separate assessment.
Invest Bulgaria (opens in a new tab)VAT and operating budget
Standard VAT is 20%. Compare premises, payroll, accounting, translations and transport for the specific location and activity.
EU VAT rates (opens in a new tab)Before you establish
Foreign investment screening
Certain investments are subject to screening based on sector, ownership and investment conditions. Check applicability before an acquisition or investment commitment.
Invest Bulgaria · FDI screening (opens in a new tab)Local establishment
Confirm the legal form, registrations, banking and accounting arrangements with local advisers. Founder residence and work eligibility must be assessed separately from company ownership.
Product and trade requirements
Check your product’s HS code, origin, customs duties and applicable standards. Include freight, import VAT and distributor margins in the landed cost before choosing a route to market.
EU Access2Markets (opens in a new tab)Headline tax rates are not the total cost of operating. Reduced rates, sector rules, payroll obligations and large-group regimes may apply. Incorporation and permission to live or work are separate processes.
Build confidence through a focused first project.
Start with a defined sourcing, service-delivery or production need. Validate counterparties and trial the commercial process before expanding your operation.
How we help you move forward.
Guidance that starts with your goals.
Consult
Define your market, customers and commercial objectives.
Apply
Prepare the relevant registrations and visa applications for your chosen route.
Start
Move forward with your business and trade connections.
A few things to know.
Does company registration give me residence rights?
No. Company registration, ownership, residence and permission to work are distinct matters. The appropriate immigration route depends on your nationality, intended activity and eligibility.
Which entry route is right for my business?
That depends on your product or service, customers, budget and staffing needs. A distributor, commercial partnership, branch or locally established company may serve different objectives.
Let’s talk about Bulgaria.
Tell us about your business. We’ll help you explore the next step.
Photography credits
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