🏡 What Documents Are Required for a Notary Deal in Bulgaria?
(For UK Citizens After Brexit)
Since Brexit, British citizens are now considered third-country nationals in Bulgaria. However, purchasing property in Bulgaria is still possible and relatively straightforward — especially when it comes to apartments. There are some legal and procedural differences compared to EU citizens, so it’s important to be well-informed in advance.
📄 Required Documents From the Seller:
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Title Deed (Notary Deed) – proof of ownership (purchase, inheritance, donation, etc.)
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Cadastral Map / Plan – depending on whether the property is land or apartment
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Tax Valuation Certificate – issued by the local municipality
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Certificate of No Tax Liabilities – proving no debts to the local tax office (Art. 87 of the Tax Code)
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Marital Status Declaration – if property is jointly owned
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ID Document – passport or national ID
📑 Required Documents From the Buyer (UK Citizen):
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Valid Passport – UK citizens must provide a valid international passport
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Marital Status Declaration – signed at the notary
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Proof of Funds – e.g., bank statement, SWIFT transfer copy
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If buying land – UK citizens must establish a Bulgarian company (foreigners outside EU cannot own land directly)
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Bulgarian Tax Number (BULSTAT) – if required for the transaction
✍️ Buying/Selling via Power of Attorney (POA)
If you cannot be present in Bulgaria, you can authorize another person to represent you.
Required for Power of Attorney:
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Notarized POA – issued in the UK or in Bulgaria
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Apostille + Certified Translation – if the POA is issued in the UK
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Notarized Declarations:
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Marital status
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Not affiliated with political parties
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No family relationship with the other party
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📌 We prepare all POAs and declarations in Bulgarian and English, and assist with apostille/legalization.
💶 Payments and Bank Transfers
UK citizens are required to demonstrate the legal origin of funds and follow international money transfer procedures.
🔸 It is not mandatory to use a Bulgarian bank, but some notaries or sellers may insist.
🔸 Transactions over €10,000 must be traceable – via bank transfer or lawyer’s escrow account.
🔸 If the buyer is using a mortgage or financing, it must go through a Bulgarian lawyer’s escrow account.
🔸 We provide full assistance with transfers, accounts, and compliance with money laundering regulations.
✅ Our Services Include:
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Full legal due diligence and preparation of all documents
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Power of attorney and declaration drafting (in EN & BG)
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Certified translations and apostille handling
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Bank account opening & fund transfer support
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Representation at the notary on your behalf
📞 Contact Us
New Home Bulgaria Ltd.
📍 Address: Vasil Levski 16, Office 116, Burgas, Bulgaria
📞 Phone (Viber, WhatsApp): +359 876 116 671
✉️ Email: bulgarianewhome@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.newhomebulgaria.com
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