Required documents and attestations for prospective students, third-country nationals – country-specific guidelines
The “Guidelines by country – document certification” section of the National Center for Information and Documentation (NACID) website is a key source of information for all prospective students and citizens who wish to have secondary education acquired abroad recognized in Bulgaria.
Labor Migration – Rules, Opportunities and Access to the Bulgarian Labor Market
The “Labor Migration” section of the website of the Ministry of Labor and Social Policy provides up-to-date information on the conditions and procedures related to access to the Bulgarian labor market for EU citizens and third-country nationals.
Changes to the Procedure for Submitting Documents for Short-Term Seasonal Employment of Third-Country Nationals
The Bulgarian National Employment Agency has introduced changes to the procedure for submitting documents for short-term seasonal employment (for a period of up to 90 days) of third-country nationals.
Information for University applicants from Moldova
On February 26, 2026 an online information session will be held regarding applications to Bulgarian higher education institutions in accordance with Decree No. 103 of the Council of Ministers from 1993 on educational activities among Bulgarians abroad.
Granting Residence Permits to “Digital Nomads”
The Council of Ministers (Bulgaria’s government) has approved a mechanism for granting a new type of residence permit – a “digital nomad” residence permit, allowing third-country nationals to reside in Bulgaria for an extended period without having an employment contract or any employment relationship with a local employer, the government press service has announced.
EU Report Highlights Migrants and other vulnerable groups as Key to tackling EU skills and labour shortages
Information Events Promoting Legal Migration Held in Tbilisi, Georgia
As part of a European-funded project, the European Institute hosted legal migration information sessions in Tbilisi, Georgia, from July 14 to 17, 2025. The events featured expert talks, a simulation tour, and personalized consultations on opportunities for legal employment and residence in Bulgaria and the EU.
