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Permanent Residency by Investment - Bulgaria

EU Gateway

Bulgaria
Permanent Residence

The ideal gateway into the European economy. Strategically placed and culturally rich, Bulgaria offers a fast-track to PR status through regulated investment in just 6 to 9 months.

6-9 Mo.

Processing Time

€512,000

Min. Investment

Sofia, Bulgaria

Why Bulgaria?

  • Newest Schengen Member (2024)
  • Lowest EU Tax Rates (10% Flat)
  • No Physical Residence Required
  • Generational PR Transfer
62

Zama Index

170

Visa-Free

10%

Flat Tax

€20k

GDP Per Cap

Strategic
Investment

Investment is directed into units of an investment fund licensed by the Bulgarian Financial Supervision Commission. Zama International partners with ELANA Fund Management—a leader with 32 years of financial innovation.

Requirement: Deposit €512,000 for a minimum period of five years. Funds are focused on regulated Bulgarian exchange assets.

The Application Pathway
01

Pre-Approval: Verification by Invest Bulgaria Agency.

02

Investment: Capital deposit into licensed ELANA funds.

03

Visa D: Application at an accredited Bulgarian mission.

04

PR Status: Issuance of Permanent Residence ID cards.

Mandatory Qualifications

  • Non-EU Citizenship status
  • Net Worth > €512,000
  • Clean Criminal Record (Global)
  • Legal Source of Funds validation
  • Valid Passport/Foreign Travel document

Program Intelligence

Yes. As a Bulgarian PR holder, you have access to EU exchange programs, though international fees may apply depending on the specific institution.

Bulgaria offers a specific legislative exemption for investors, meaning you do not need to physically reside in the country to maintain PR status.
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