The Bulgarian citizenship act finally in English
Non-Bulgarians have been struggling for years to find reliable English version of the Bulgarian citizenship act. Finally, the lawyers from “Citizenship and Investments” LTD have published an updated English translation of the Bulgarian citizenship act. The translated legal act will help many foreigners to navigate, at least initially, through the complicated legal system in Bulgaria.
Obtaining Bulgarian citizenship – more difficult, but also more desired than ever
In the past year, it has become obvious that obtaining Bulgarian citizenship is difficult. At the same time however, the Bulgarian passport is definitely one of the most desired in the world. Bulgarian citizenship for special merits has become the dream for many foreign athletes and businessmen. The Bulgarian Golden Visa program became the most desired among all other EU programs, after Bulgaria joined the Schengen area in 31.03.2024. All in all, those who have obtained Bulgarian passport already, can now open the champagne. The others may have to open their wallets instead.
Bulgarian citizenship for Russians
Russia is at war with the EU and the west. Whether it is a cold, hot or a hybrid war is another question. Many western countries have limited, one way or another, the possibility for Russians to obtain residence permits and citizenship. Probably the only exceptions are Hungary and Bulgaria. Hungary with their controversial work visa for Russians and Bulgaria with the possibility for Russians to obtain Bulgarian citizenship. How long will this last, we can’t say now. One thing is certain though – nothing will become easier nor cheaper in future for Russian citizens in the EU.
For any questions you might have about how to get Bulgarian citizenship, please don’t hesitate to contact us.