Why Not Immigration Services is pleased to introduce 3 Bulgaria programs, each with two attractive investment options: a Financing Option, and a Real Estate Purchase Option.  These programs allow a family to quickly obtain both permanent residency (PR) and citizenship in the European Union.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS:

Bulgaria Fast-Track Citizenship Program (PR and citizenship in 1 step):

– Financing Option of EUR 260,000, or Real Estate Purchase Option of EUR 430,000
– Supplemental Offering (EUR 80,000) allows a spouse or non-dependent child to apply for citizenship at the same time as the rest of the family
– Prices are locked-in at the time of investment (so not effected by market fluctuations)
– Simpler and more stream-lined application process than the 2-step program
– Cheaper than the 2-step program

Bulgaria Permanent Residence Program (2-step citizenship; citizenship application after 1 year of PR):

– Applicant chooses either the Financing Option (EUR 155,000) or Real Estate Option (EUR 215,000) for the PR process
– After 1 year of PR, applicant chooses either the Financing Option (EUR 125,000) or Real Estate Option (EUR 215,000) for the Fast-Track citizenship process, so can ‘mix & match’ investment options
– More costly in total, but smaller cash outlay initially
– Citizenship pricing subject to change in future, based on market conditions

Bulgaria Permanent Residence Program (PR; citizenship application after 5 years of PR):

– Applicant chooses either the Financing Option (EUR 155,000) or Real Estate Option (EUR 215,000) for the PR process
– Applicant wait 5 years and applies for standard citizenship (no additional investment required)

Bulgaria Permanent Residence Program (2-step citizenship; citizenship application after 1 year of PR):

– Applicant chooses either the Financing Option or Real Estate Option for the PR process
– After 1 year of PR, applicant chooses either the Financing Option or Real Estate Option for the Fast-Track citizenship process, so can ‘mix & match’ investment options
– More costly in total, but smaller cash outlay initially
– Citizenship pricing subject to change in future, based on market conditions

Bulgaria Permanent Residence Program (PR; citizenship application after 5 years of PR):

– Applicant chooses either the Financing Option or Real Estate Option for the PR process
– Applicant wait 5 years and applies for standard citizenship (no additional investment required)

BENEFITS:

– All nationalities may apply
– Bulgaria PR will allow the applicant and his/her family to work , live and study in Bulgaria
– Once Bulgaria becomes a member of Schengen (expected to occur in 2019), PR-holders will have visa-free access to all Schengen countries
– Bulgaria citizens have the right to reside, work, and study anywhere in Europe
– Bulgaria citizens have visa-free access to approx. 142 countries (including Canada and Europe)
– Applicant receives PR in 6-8 months, and citizenship in less than 2 years in total (Fast-Track program)
– Citizenship is transferable by descent (to all children and grandchildren)
– Applicants may chose either a Financing Option or Real Estate Purchase Option

QUALIFICATIONS:

– Be 18 years of age or older
– Possess a valid passport and reside legally in a country
– Visit Bulgaria twice, for 2-4 days (but no further in-country residence requirement)
– Pass a due diligence and medical check
– Make only a declaration on source of funds

APPLICATION PROCESS:

– Agent or clients submits Questionnaire and all application documents to us
– Applicant signs Professional Services Agreement and remits the professional, due diligence, and government fee to us
– We open a Bulgarian bank account on the applicant’s behalf, and applicant transfers investment funds there
– We facilitate non-recourse loan financing or real estate purchase, and purchases Government bonds (or Bulgaria-listed stocks) on the applicant’s behalf
– Applicant applies for Visa D and comes to Bulgaria to submit the PR application
– Upon PR approval, the applicant visits Bulgaria a second time to complete the bio-metrics process and apply for the PR card
– After 1 year of PR, We will assist the applicant to apply for Fast-Track citizenship (or the applicant can apply for standard citizenship after 5 years)

Why Not Immigration Services looks forward to providing fast, personalized service to you and your Bulgaria clients.  Please let us know if we can provide any additional information or assistance.