Positioned at the crossroads of Europe, Bulgaria offers a unique blend of culture, climate, and geography. As a member of the European Union since 2007 and NATO since 2004, and one of the more recent entrants to the Schengen area, Bulgaria provides an attractive destination for investors seeking residency in the EU. The Investor Program for citizenship enables qualified individuals to secure status more efficiently.
Key Program Advantages
- Obtain Passport within 14 – 18 months
- Investment is made in a regulated-approved fund
- Passport can be passed on to future generations
- Visa-free travel within the Schengen zone
- Quality healthcare across Bulgaria and other EU nations
- Educational opportunities available for residents and their families
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must meet the requirements laid out in the Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act, including:
- Hold a valid passport or travel document
- Provide evidence of the lawful origin of investment funds
- Maintain a clean criminal record
- Pay applicable program and processing fees
- Demonstrate Bulgarian ancestry (up to second-degree relatives) to qualify for citizenship by descent
- Visit Bulgaria as required during the application and during the citizenship handover ceremony
Program Terms & Conditions apply
Additional Processing & office fees will apply
Refunds are not applicable should the applicant decide to withdraw the application
Program application rates & conditions are always subject to change.
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