Long-term residence for pensioners (Продължително пребиваване — пенсионери)
Long-term residence for pensioners is a residence route in Bulgaria (Pensione). 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.
| Categoria | Pensione |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 600 |
| Reddito / anno | CHF 6'994 |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | — |
| Residenza perm. | 5 |
| Cittadinanza | 10 |
| Lavoro | no |
| Ammessi | non-EU pensioners |
| Imposte | 10% flat; foreign pensions often exempt/treaty |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
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