Citizenship by Bulgarian origin (Гражданство по произход)
Citizenship by Bulgarian origin is a residence route in Bulgaria (Syntyperä). Certificate of Bulgarian origin (ancestor documentation) from State Agency for Bulgarians Abroad; no residence or renunciation required; tightened scrutiny since 2022.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after heti years. Citizenship can be possible after about 0 years.
How holders are taxed
No tax effect
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.
| Luokka | Syntyperä |
|---|---|
| Sijoitus | — |
| Maksut (perhe) | — |
| Tulot / v | — |
| Varat | — |
| Väh. oleskelu | — |
| PR | heti |
| Kansalaisuus | heti |
| Työ | yes |
| Kelpoisuus | persons of Bulgarian descent |
| Verot | No tax effect |
| Tilanne | 2026-10 |
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