Useful internet resources

Types of Bulgarian visas and visa application processes
Visa application forms
General Terms and Conditions of Employment in Bulgaria (website of Executive Agency “General Labour Inspectorate”)
Living and working conditions in Bulgaria
Foreign citizens in Bulgaria
Information about the Agreement between Moldova and Bulgaria in Romanian language (website of the Moldovan National Employment Agency)
Information about life and work in Bulgaria in Romanian language
Individual Employment Contract in English, Bulgarian and Romanian
EU Blue Card in Bulgaria
Forecasts for the development of the labour market in Bulgaria (by 2032)
Intermediary companies and enterprises providing temporary employment
Information for finding a job in Bulgaria

All universities in Bulgaria
Information about higher education in Bulgaria
Recognition of foreign diplomas in Bulgaria: Bachelor and Master
Recognition of foreign diplomas in Bulgaria: Doctor’s Degree
Sofia University – Admission procedure for international students
University of National and World Economy – Information for international students
New Bulgarian University – Information for international students
University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy – Information for international students
American University in Bulgaria – Information for international students
Medical University Sofia – Information for international students
University of Veliko Turnovo St Cyril and St. Methodius – Information for international students
Technical University of Sofia – Information for international students
University of economics – Varna – Information for international students
Paisii Hilendarski University of Plovdiv – Information for international students

Act on entering, residing and leaving the Republic of Bulgaria by European Union citizens, who are not Bulgarian citizens and their family members
Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act
Rules on application of the Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act
Protection Against Discrimination Act
Form for submission of a signal on irregularity regarding the labour legislation and the State Employee Act

Ministry of Labour and Social Policy
Provides information on labour laws, employment policies, and international agreements.
Employment Agency
Assists with job searches, issues work permits, and supports labour market integration for foreign workers.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Offers information about Bulgarian embassies, consular services, and visa application procedures.
Ministry of Interior
Oversees public order, security, and administrative services, including issuance of personal documents, registration of residence, and migration management.
Ministry of Education and Science
Provides information on education in Bulgaria, recognition of foreign diplomas, scholarships, and educational programs.
Ministry of Health
Provides information on national healthcare policies, public health programs, and medical regulations.
General Labour Inspectorate Executive Agency
Monitors labour conditions, employment contracts, and workers’ rights.
Labour Offices in Bulgaria
Provides information on job positions, assists with application procedures, and offers career counseling.
National Revenue Agency
Provides details on tax obligations, social security contributions, and registration for foreign workers.
National Social Security Institute (NSSI)
Offers access to social insurance, pensions, and benefits.
Commission for Protection against Discrimination
Protects workers’ rights and ensures equal treatment regardless of nationality.
National Centre for Information and Documentation (NACID)
Recognizes foreign higher education degrees for academic/professional use in Bulgaria; issues certificates for regulated professions.

EU Immigration Portal
Official EU portal with information on immigration rules, procedures, and rights for non-EU nationals wishing to live, work, or study in the EU.
Migration and Home Affairs – European Commission
Provides information on EU policies on migration, asylum, border control, and integration of non-EU nationals.
European Website on Integration
Shares best practices, policies, and resources on migrant integration across EU member states.
EURES (European Employment Services)
Provides information on labor mobility in the EU/EEA, with advisory services for jobseekers and employers.
Work and Retirement – Your Europe
Provides guidance on EU rights related to employment, pensions, and cross-border work regulations.
Study in Europe – European Education Area
Provides information on higher education opportunities in the EU, including programs, visas, and scholarships for international students.
EURAXESS
Supports researchers’ mobility in Europe, offering job portals, funding info, and relocation assistance.
The EU Blue Card
Procedure for issuing the EU Blue Card, designed to attract and retain highly qualified non-EU nationals in the EU.

Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Moldova
Provides consular services and facilitates the visa process.
Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Sofia
Offers consular assistance and information for Moldovan citizens in Bulgaria.