What do people like (and dislike) about Bulgaria?
When we asked expats and global nomads what they like and dislike about living in Bulgaria, they replied...
"Qualty of life ,cost of living, very inexpensive. Locals are very friendly and helpfull. Climate much better than my home country," said another in Burgas, Bulgaria.

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"Expats and digital nomads often appreciate the low cost of living in Bulgaria, as well as the country's rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. They also enjoy the friendly locals and the fact that English is widely spoken. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the bureaucracy and paperwork involved in setting up a business or residence in Bulgaria to be a bit overwhelming. Additionally, the country's infrastructure can be lacking in some areas, making it difficult to access certain services," explained one expat who made the move to Bulgaria.
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What do people like (and dislike) about Bulgaria?
If you live in Bulgaria, newcomers to Bulgaria would love to hear your answer to this question:
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.