Permanent residence by investment (Постоянно пребиваване чрез инвестиция)
Permanent residence by investment is a residence route in Bulgaria (Investor / Golden Visa). ≥ €511,292 (former BGN 1m) in a Bulgarian company, licensed fund/AIF, or priority investment project; Type D visa first, then direct permanent residence; keep investment ~5 yrs. Euro since 1 Jan 2026.
Residence by investment: compare routes and obligations →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 480'622. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after sofort years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
10% flat income tax; 5% dividends; worldwide if resident
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategorie | Investor / Golden Visa |
|---|---|
| Investition | CHF 480'622 |
| Gebühren (Familie) | CHF 1'500 |
| Einkommen / Jahr | — |
| Vermögen | — |
| Mindestaufenthalt | 0 |
| Niederlassung | sofort |
| Einbürgerung | 5 |
| Arbeit | yes |
| Berechtigt | non-EU nationals |
| Steuern | 10% flat income tax; 5% dividends; worldwide if resident |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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