Bulgaria digital nomad visa (2026): who qualifies and how to apply
Non-EU remote workers earning 50× the Bulgarian minimum wage (about €31,000 a year) can get a D visa, then a 1-year residence permit, renewable once.
Work and study in Varna: visas, tax, universities
Remote work and study in Varna: the digital nomad visa, freelancer tax, setting up an EOOD, universities, student housing and international schools.
Sources: Medical University of Varna · University of Economics – Varna · National Revenue Agency · BTA
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Freelancer tax Bulgaria 2026 and what changes in 2027
Freelancers in Bulgaria pay 10% tax on 75% of income plus about 27.8% contributions on a €620.20–€2,300 base; a 2027 draft raises the cap to €2,400.
International school Varna: English and bilingual schools and kindergartens (2026)
No fully English-medium K-12 school confirmed in Varna (Oct 2026). Options: bilingual Veritas Montessori, two IB PYP candidates, private language schools.
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How to register an EOOD in Bulgaria (2026)
An EOOD needs €1 of capital, a bank deposit and a Registry Agency filing (about €28 online). Steps, costs, VAT and EOOD vs freelancer, as of 2026-10.
Student accommodation in Varna: university dorms, student residences and flats (2026)
University dorms in Varna cost about €33–€61 a month, Erasmus rooms €90–€150, private student residences €230–€520 and a room in a shared flat €200–€300.
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Student life in Varna: student councils, Erasmus and events
Student life in Varna runs through university student councils, Erasmus welcome days and a yearly calendar from the Rector's Cup to Student Day on 8 December.
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Remote work, coworking and job hunting in Varna
Working from Varna in 2026: internet costs, coworking spaces, where to look for jobs, and the official portals for job seekers in Bulgaria.
Studying in Varna: the four big universities at a glance
Varna Free University, Technical University, Medical University and University of Economics: what each is known for and where to start applying.
Varna for students and young people: study, budget, fun and friends
Varna for students: four universities, the sea, low living costs and free bus cards for full-time students, but quiet winters and few student jobs.
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