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Minimum investment €300,000; Typical timeline 12 months; 3 highlights

Minimum investment
€300,000
Currency: EUR
Typical timeline
From application start
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  • bulgaria
  • real-estate
  • investment
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Program overview

Bulgaria’s Real Estate Residency program allows investors to acquire residency through property investment in government-approved projects. Eligible applicants include non-EU nationals, their spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65. The minimum investment is EUR 300,000, with a required holding period of 5 years. Applicants must provide valid passports, clean criminal records, and proof of legitimate funds.

Investment overview

Applicants must invest a minimum of EUR 300,000 in Bulgarian government-approved real estate, which may be residential or commercial. The investment must be maintained for 60 months. All funds must come from verified sources, and property compliance is required throughout the holding period.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Fees listed: 3 line items. Estimated totals: €305,150 (EUR). Proof of funds items: 1.

Estimated program totals
EUR: €305,150
Required proof of funds
EUR: €300,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
ItemPriceWhenNotes
Minimum Real Estate Investment€300,000Upon property acquisition

Investment in government-approved residential or commercial property.

Application Processing Fee€5,000At submission

Covers administrative and due diligence checks for the main applicant.

Residence Permit Fee€150Upon permit issuance

Applies to main applicant and included dependents.

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Proof of funds

  • Proof of Funds€300,000

    Bank statements or verified sources confirming legitimate investment funds.

Required (EUR): €300,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

  • Applicant must be 18 years or older and financially solvent
  • Clean criminal record and medically fit
  • Investment of minimum EUR 300,000 in approved Bulgarian property
  • Valid passport and proof of legitimate source of funds

Key benefits

  • Obtain Bulgarian residency with potential EU travel advantages
  • Include spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65
  • Ownership of real estate property with potential appreciation
  • Access to healthcare and education in Bulgaria

Comparison

FeatureReal Estate Route (Current)AIF InvestmentGovernment BondsBusiness Investment
Minimum InvestmentEUR 300,000EUR 512,000EUR 512,000EUR 512,000
Holding Period5 years60 months5 years5 years
Family InclusionSpouse + children + parentsSpouse + children + parentsSpouse + childrenSpouse + children
Residency RequirementMinimalMinimalMinimalMinimal
EU TravelYesYesYesYes

Who this program is NOT for

  • Criminal convictions or pending legal cases
  • False or incomplete documentation
  • Ineligibility due to sanctions or restricted nationalities

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Frequently asked questions

EUR 300,000 in a government-approved property.

Yes, spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65 can be included.

Processing typically takes 6–12 months.

Minimal physical presence is required; full compliance with property ownership rules is mandatory.

Property can be sold per Bulgarian law; residency must meet holding period requirements.
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