Expat Guide to Living in Bulgaria
Whether you're already living in Bulgaria or preparing to move to Bulgaria, our Expat Guide to Living in Bulgaria offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Bulgaria. For answers to specific questions, visit our Bulgaria Forum to talk with expats in Bulgaria.
Christmas Eve in a Bulgarian Village
Martin Miller-Yianni provides an amazing glimpse into the village life in Bulgaria. Take a holiday tour in exquisite detail via this article that is one of our all time favorites on Expat Exchange.
Culture Shock in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
An expat in Veliko Tarnovo, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, describes the challenges he faced adjusting to life in Bulgaria. He explains that the Bulgarians may not seem to smile and be happy at first, but once you get to know them they're very hospitable.
Culture Shock in Varna, Bulgaria
Vinitsa, a "modern" village 12km above Varna is the most delightful place I've lived. It is the beautiful simplicity of life.
Dream vs Reality of Living in Burgas, Bulgaria
One expat in Burgas, Bulgaria talks about his disappointing experiences in Bulgaria - from being taken advantage of by realtors to problems with gypsies.
More Culture Shock Reports for Bulgaria
Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Bulgaria handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Bulgaria:Living Overseas Report
What are people's priorities in Bulgaria - work? family? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Help other expats and people moving to Bulgaria by filling out our Living Overseas Report.
Submit a Living Overseas ReportMore Moving to Bulgaria Reports
What should you take with you when you move to Bulgaria? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Bulgaria? Below are some of the responses from expats in Bulgaria:
Reviews of Schools in Bulgaria
Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Bulgaria. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Bulgaria:
Dream vs. Reality of Living in Bulgaria Reports
Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Bulgaria. If you are already living in Bulgaria, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not. Below are some of the reports from expats in Bulgaria:
Overseas Retirement Report
Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Bulgaria by taking our Overseas Retirement report.
Submit a Retire Abroad ReportHaving a Baby Abroad Report
How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Bulgaria? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Bulgaria by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.
Submit a Having a Baby Abroad ReportWorking Abroad Report
What's it like to find a job in Bulgaria? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Bulgaria? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.
Submit a Working Abroad Report
