The euro in Bulgaria, inheritance and property while living abroad, local taxes.
Since 1 January 2026 Bulgaria’s currency has been the euro. The rate, where and until when leva can be exchanged free of charge, what happened to accounts, salaries and pensions, and what to do if you live abroad and still hold leva.
What to do when you inherit property in Bulgaria while living abroad: certificate of heirs, accepting or renouncing, the municipal declaration within 6 months, inheritance tax, division and sale, the European Certificate of Succession.
How to buy or sell property in Bulgaria while living abroad: notarial deed, power of attorney, checking the Property Register, transaction costs, paying from abroad and tax on the sale.
Who pays the property tax and the waste collection fee, deadlines and the 5% discount, how to pay from abroad, when to file a declaration and what happens if you do not pay.