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Sofia
Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Welcome to Sofia

Sofia & Around

The National Palace of Culture

Today, the National Palace of Culture (NDK) is Sofia's largest convention center in Southeast Europe. The building, which has 13 halls, was constructed in 1981

Southwestern Bulgaria

Get Ready for the Summer

With Kids

Cognitive Space: A Teen Guide to Spotting and Stopping Manipulation

A practical guide for teenagers explaining how the online information space works, how manipulation and misinformation spread through social media and algorithms, and how young people can recognize warning signs, fact-check content, and make smarter decisions online.

Gourmet

Rhodopes Food Guide: Patatnik, Mountain Dairy & Fireside Feasts

Travel the Rhodope Mountains through food: patatnik, Rodopski klin, Smilyan beans and rustic kachamak, plus rituals and tips on where to taste them.
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Aerial Photography

Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Can EU/EEA and Swiss citizens live in Bulgaria without a visa?

Yes – citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland can live in Bulgaria without a visa. They enjoy freedom of movement rights, requiring only a valid passport or ID card to enter.

Do UK nationals need a visa to live in Bulgaria after Brexit?

Short visits: No visa is required for UK citizens to visit Bulgaria for up to 90 days in any 180 days. Long-term residence: Yes – to move to Bulgaria long-term (for over 90 days).

Water & Sewerage (ViK) Outages & Leaks

Water off, low pressure, or a street leak in Bulgaria? Learn when to call 112, how to report to your regional ViK, what’s your responsibility, and city contacts for Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas.

How do I get from Sofia airport to my hotel?

You can use a taxi, transfer, metro, or a public bus to reach from Sofia airport to Sofia city. Riding time varies from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the transportation method

Do third-country nationals (non-EU citizens) need a visa to live in Bulgaria long-term?

Short stays: Many non-EU nationals (e.g., from the USA, Canada, Australia, etc.) do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for up to 90 days. Entry/Exit System (EES)

Off-Plan in Bulgaria: Act 14 / Act 15 / Act 16 (New-Build Stages)

What Act 14, Act 15 and Act 16 mean in Bulgaria, who issues them, commissioning (Use Permit/UVE), risks of moving in early, and safe milestone payments.
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Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Pomorie from Above: A Jewel Between Sea and Salt

Discover Pomorie, Bulgaria—a picturesque coastal town seen here from above, framed by turquoise waters and historic streets stretching into the Black Sea.

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