Long-term residence for pensioners (Продължително пребиваване — пенсионери)
Long-term residence for pensioners is a residence route in Bulgaria (Pensiun). Foreign pension ≥ Bulgarian minimum wage (~€620/month 2026), health insurance, address; Type D visa then 1-yr renewable permit. Amounts low confidence.
Retirement visas and pensioner residence →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 6'994. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
10% flat; foreign pensions often exempt/treaty
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.
| Kategori | Pensiun |
|---|---|
| Investasi | — |
| Biaya (keluarga) | CHF 600 |
| Penghasilan / thn | CHF 6'994 |
| Aset | — |
| Min. tinggal | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Kewarganegaraan | 10 |
| Bekerja | no |
| Syarat | non-EU pensioners |
| Pajak | 10% flat; foreign pensions often exempt/treaty |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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