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 now 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.
| Category | Investor / golden visa |
|---|---|
| Investment | CHF 480'622 |
| Fees (family) | CHF 1'500 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | 0 |
| PR | now |
| Citizenship | 5 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | non-EU nationals |
| Tax | 10% flat income tax; 5% dividends; worldwide if resident |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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