Bulgaria•EuropeGolden Visa - Real Estate Investment
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-72 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Fast-track permanent residency through real estate investment in Bulgaria. Minimum EUR 250,000-600,000 depending on property type. No residency requirement. Pathway to citizenship.
Bulgaria's real estate golden visa program allows investors to obtain permanent residency through property investment. Minimum investment of EUR 250,000-600,000 depending on property location and type.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
250,000 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid travel document
Property deed
Official title deed for Bulgarian real estate
Purchase documentation
Sale contract and proof of payment
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing investment amount
Criminal record
Clean background check
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Advantages
- Tangible asset investment
- Fast-track to permanent residency
- No residency requirement
- Pathway to citizenship after 5 years
- Family can be included
- Property appreciation potential
Considerations
- Higher investment than fund option (EUR 250,000-600,000)
- Real estate market risks
- Property maintenance required
- Processing takes 30-72 days
- Additional real estate taxes/fees
Application Process
Identify property
Select qualifying Bulgarian real estate property
Complete property purchase
Purchase real estate and obtain title deed
Prepare application
Gather property documents, investment proof, personal documents
Apply for D visa
Submit investor D visa application at Bulgarian embassy
Obtain D visa
Receive approval within 30 days
Enter Bulgaria
Travel to Bulgaria on approved D visa
Apply for permanent residence
Submit permanent residence application at Migration Office
Receive permanent card
Issued typically within 72 hours
Application Forms
Real Estate Investor Visa Application
Form ID: RealEstate
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