Company formation
€280
one-off
- EOOD or OOD
- Incorporation documents
- State fee (~€28) and notary in Bulgaria
- Registered within 1–2 business days
For founders who live outside Bulgaria
Set up a Bulgarian company without travelling.
We register your EOOD (single-member LLC) or OOD in 1–2 business days and handle your accounting in English. Registration is €280 with state fees included, and accounting starts at €150 a month. Prices exclude VAT.
A request doesn't commit you to anything. We reply within 2 hours during business hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00–18:00 Sofia time).
Dedicated accountantOne person for your companyreplies within 2 business hours
Who is behind Bulsmetka
Every company we work with has one responsible accountant: Hristo Ivanov, with a master's degree in Accounting and Control and over 15 years of practice in accounting and tax. He signs the returns, answers your questions and is accountable for meeting the deadlines.
- Master's degree in Accounting and Control
- Over 15 years of practice in accounting and tax
Deadline guarantee
If your company is not registered within 3 business days through our fault, we refund our fee.
The 3 business days run from filing the application with the Commercial Register. We refund our fee, excluding the state fee and the notary fee. In the new company bundle, where registration is not paid separately, we instead don't charge the first month of the bundle (€200). The guarantee does not cover delays caused by the Registry Agency, incomplete information from the client, a refusal because the company name is already taken or a suspension of the register's electronic services, but in those cases we notify you in writing straight away. The conditions are part of our Terms.
Prices
All amounts in euro, excluding VAT, state fees included. Current as of 23 September 2026.
The monthly fee depends on the number of documents and employees; the amounts shown are the base for a company with up to 30 documents a month and up to 2 insured people. VAT registration is €80, free with an accounting subscription. If you sign abroad, the local notary or consulate, the apostille and any translation are paid by you. Prices are fixed in writing for 12 months. Full price list: Pricing →
Why Bulgaria
Bulgaria has a 10% flat corporate tax, a 5% dividend tax, EU and eurozone membership and low running costs.
| Item | Bulgaria 2026 |
|---|---|
| Corporate income tax | 10% flat |
| Dividend withholding tax | 5% (0% to EU parent companies) |
| VAT | 20% standard, 9% reduced; registration mandatory above €51,130 turnover in a calendar year |
| Minimum share capital | €1 |
| Currency | Euro (since 1 January 2026) |
| Incorporation time | 1–2 business days after filing |
| Physical presence | not required. The manager's specimen signature is notarised once, in Bulgaria or abroad with an apostille; everything else is signed remotely. |
How remote incorporation works
- 1
Consultation and quote
You send us the intended company name, activity, address and shareholder details. We confirm the structure and send a fixed written quote.
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Documents
We draft the articles, resolutions and declarations in Bulgarian with an English courtesy translation. The manager's specimen signature and the power of attorney are signed before a notary in your country (with an apostille) or at a Bulgarian consulate. The other documents can also be signed with a qualified e-signature.
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Capital and filing
You deposit the share capital into the capital account; we prepare the documents and file the application with the Commercial Register.
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Registration
The company receives its UIC (EIK) within 1–2 business days. We then register for VAT if needed and start monthly accounting.
Bank account: what to expect
This is the hardest part of a non-resident setup, and no provider can guarantee it. Bulgarian banks run enhanced due diligence on foreign directors: expect a request for proof of address, source of funds, a business plan and, in most cases, one in-person visit by the director or a notarised power of attorney. Timelines range from one week to two months.
| Option | Remote | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgarian bank (EUR IBAN) | usually one visit, or a notarised power of attorney | needed for the capital account; we prepare the file and book the meeting |
| Wise Business / Revolut Business | yes | EU IBAN accepted for operations; not for the initial capital deposit |
| Paysera / other EMI | yes | fast onboarding; check limits for your volume |
Guidance on the apostille and the consulate is included in the incorporation fee. A registered address in Bulgaria is not part of our price list and is arranged separately.
What you need
- ✓Passport copy of each shareholder and director
- ✓Three name options for the company
- ✓Registered address in Bulgaria (not included in our prices, arranged separately)
- ✓Description of the business activity
- ✓Preferred share capital (minimum €1; €50–€500 is common)
Ongoing accounting in English
Monthly bookkeeping from €150 (€180 if VAT-registered), including VAT returns, payroll for up to two people, annual financial statements and their publication. Your dedicated accountant replies within two business hours by email or WhatsApp. Bank account opening for non-resident directors is arranged separately and depends on the bank's compliance review.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit Bulgaria?
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Not for the registration. One notary visit is needed, for the manager's specimen signature, and it can be done in your own country with an apostille or at a Bulgarian consulate. Everything else is signed remotely, with a power of attorney or a qualified e-signature. Opening the company's operating bank account usually needs one visit or a notarised power of attorney.
Can a non-resident be the sole director?
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Yes. There is no residency requirement for directors or shareholders of an EOOD/OOD.
How is dividend income taxed if I live abroad?
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Bulgaria withholds 5%, reduced or credited under the double tax treaty with your country of residence. We provide the withholding certificate.
Is a bank account guaranteed?
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No bank guarantees an account; compliance review depends on your residency and business. We prepare the file and accompany the application; fintech alternatives are available for many cases.
Sources
Corporate Income Tax Act; Personal Income Tax Act; VAT Act (SG 115/30.12.2025); Commerce Act; Commercial Register Act. Verified on 3 September 2026.
Important
Bulsmetka is a private accounting firm, not a government body. Information is general and does not replace individual advice. For company registration, state fees are included in the price.