Purchase of a house with a plot of land
Konstantin Peryazev asks:
Hello! We are considering options for buying a house with a plot of land in Bulgaria for permanent residence. Please tell me if it is currently possible for Russian citizens to make such a transaction and register the purchased property for themselves. Thanks!
Expert answers (5)
(Invest Cafe)
An excellent and relevant question. Buying a house with land in Bulgaria is possible for Russian citizens, but with important restrictions that must be taken into account, especially if you plan a house with a plot in a village or rural area. Below is the full explanation.
Can Russian citizens buy a house in Bulgaria?
Yes, they can, but it is important to divide the purchase into two elements:
* Residential building (building) — you can buy and register in your own name;
* The land plot under the house is not always possible to register for an individual.
⚠️ What the law says
🇧🇬 Bulgarian legislation:
Since 2012, Bulgaria has allowed the purchase of land by EU citizens, but citizens of third countries (including Russia) cannot directly purchase agricultural or undeveloped land as individuals.
Also:
* Citizens of third countries cannot buy land located outside the regulatory plan of a locality (i.e. not within the city or village);
* Real estate without land (for example, an apartment) — can be bought without restrictions.
✅ How to buy a house with land for a Russian citizen
There are two legal ways:
1. Purchase through a legal entity (firm)
You are registering a Bulgarian company;
* The company buys land and a house;
* You own a company and, consequently, real estate.
Features:
* The cost of registration is from 300 to 500 euros;
* It is necessary to file tax reports (even if zero);
* Can be used for a residence permit;
* Allows you to own any type of land (within the law).
This is the most common way to buy houses with a plot in the countryside or outside cities.
2. Buying a house without registration of land
Sometimes it is possible to buy a house, but the land will be in:
* co-ownership with the state or community;
* leased (for 99 years or more);
* registered as a right of use.
🔴 Cons:
* There is no complete control;
* Selling later may be complicated.
🛂 Connection with residence permit
Buying a house through a company or an individual does not automatically grant the right to a residence permit, but:
* Can be used as a basis for applying for a residence permit for "financial security" or a pension residence permit;
* The object must be suitable for permanent residence (with address registration, within the city limits);
* Buying through a company can be part of an entrepreneur's plan to open a business and get a residence permit.
📋 What do you need for a deal
Passport + power of attorney, if you apply remotely;
Codice Fiscale Bulgarian (EGN or LNH);
Opening a bank account in Bulgaria;
Assistance from a lawyer or agent is mandatory: checking documents, land, and restrictions.
📌 I recommend
If you plan to live permanently, consider buying through a company and simultaneously obtaining a residence permit for pensioners or financially secure individuals;
Contact a lawyer who specializes in working with foreigners: he will help with the registration of the company, purchase of land and support.
Can Russian citizens buy a house in Bulgaria?
Yes, they can, but it is important to divide the purchase into two elements:
* Residential building (building) — you can buy and register in your own name;
* The land plot under the house is not always possible to register for an individual.
⚠️ What the law says
🇧🇬 Bulgarian legislation:
Since 2012, Bulgaria has allowed the purchase of land by EU citizens, but citizens of third countries (including Russia) cannot directly purchase agricultural or undeveloped land as individuals.
Also:
* Citizens of third countries cannot buy land located outside the regulatory plan of a locality (i.e. not within the city or village);
* Real estate without land (for example, an apartment) — can be bought without restrictions.
✅ How to buy a house with land for a Russian citizen
There are two legal ways:
1. Purchase through a legal entity (firm)
You are registering a Bulgarian company;
* The company buys land and a house;
* You own a company and, consequently, real estate.
Features:
* The cost of registration is from 300 to 500 euros;
* It is necessary to file tax reports (even if zero);
* Can be used for a residence permit;
* Allows you to own any type of land (within the law).
This is the most common way to buy houses with a plot in the countryside or outside cities.
2. Buying a house without registration of land
Sometimes it is possible to buy a house, but the land will be in:
* co-ownership with the state or community;
* leased (for 99 years or more);
* registered as a right of use.
🔴 Cons:
* There is no complete control;
* Selling later may be complicated.
🛂 Connection with residence permit
Buying a house through a company or an individual does not automatically grant the right to a residence permit, but:
* Can be used as a basis for applying for a residence permit for "financial security" or a pension residence permit;
* The object must be suitable for permanent residence (with address registration, within the city limits);
* Buying through a company can be part of an entrepreneur's plan to open a business and get a residence permit.
📋 What do you need for a deal
Passport + power of attorney, if you apply remotely;
Codice Fiscale Bulgarian (EGN or LNH);
Opening a bank account in Bulgaria;
Assistance from a lawyer or agent is mandatory: checking documents, land, and restrictions.
📌 I recommend
If you plan to live permanently, consider buying through a company and simultaneously obtaining a residence permit for pensioners or financially secure individuals;
Contact a lawyer who specializes in working with foreigners: he will help with the registration of the company, purchase of land and support.
13.05.2025
(Oazis Real Estate)
Hello, Konstantin!
Yes, Russian citizens can buy real estate in Bulgaria, including houses with plots of land, but there are several important points to consider.:
Purchase of real estate:
Russian citizens can buy real estate in Bulgaria, but according to Bulgarian law, they cannot purchase land (in particular, land plots) directly. However, it is possible to register land for a legal entity (company) that can be opened in Bulgaria. This allows the owner of the company to purchase land.
The real estate registration process:
To purchase a property in Bulgaria, you will need to go through the registration procedure of the transaction through a notary, who certifies the purchase agreement. In addition, the process includes registration of ownership rights in the land registry.
Residence permit (residence permit):
If you are buying a property in Bulgaria, then under certain conditions, including when buying a property worth over 300,000 euros, you can apply for a residence permit. A residence permit will allow you to live in Bulgaria for a long time.
Taxes and obligations:
After buying a property, you will need to pay property taxes and other mandatory payments related to property ownership.
If you need help finding a house with a plot of land or arranging a purchase, we can provide more detailed information about the available options and support at all stages of the transaction.
If you have any additional questions, do not hesitate to contact us!
Yes, Russian citizens can buy real estate in Bulgaria, including houses with plots of land, but there are several important points to consider.:
Purchase of real estate:
Russian citizens can buy real estate in Bulgaria, but according to Bulgarian law, they cannot purchase land (in particular, land plots) directly. However, it is possible to register land for a legal entity (company) that can be opened in Bulgaria. This allows the owner of the company to purchase land.
The real estate registration process:
To purchase a property in Bulgaria, you will need to go through the registration procedure of the transaction through a notary, who certifies the purchase agreement. In addition, the process includes registration of ownership rights in the land registry.
Residence permit (residence permit):
If you are buying a property in Bulgaria, then under certain conditions, including when buying a property worth over 300,000 euros, you can apply for a residence permit. A residence permit will allow you to live in Bulgaria for a long time.
Taxes and obligations:
After buying a property, you will need to pay property taxes and other mandatory payments related to property ownership.
If you need help finding a house with a plot of land or arranging a purchase, we can provide more detailed information about the available options and support at all stages of the transaction.
If you have any additional questions, do not hesitate to contact us!
2.12.2024
(Yavlena)
Hello Konstantin, as a citizen of the Russian Federation, you can only buy a regulated plot. It is necessary to register a company in Bulgaria. This quick procedure takes 3-4 days. Then there are 2 options: The company buys a plot with a house, or the company buys a plot, and you, as an individual, buy a house. But the most important issue is payment! How will you prove the money? The payment must be made by bank transfer.
2.12.2024
(Yavlena)
Hello, Konstantin! Yes, you can buy a house with a plot in Bulgaria, there are several features: 1. The plot cannot be registered to a physical person. a person who is not an EU citizen, therefore, a company in Bulgaria is registered for the purchase of a plot, for which it is issued. The procedure is not long and not very expensive, it is a common practice. At the same time, the house itself is registered to a physical person. face. 2. Money transfer to Bulgaria, all payments over 10,000 leva (about 5,000 euros) in Bulgaria must be carried out by bank. Settlement of the transaction is usually carried out from a Bulgarian account, that is, you need to open an account in a Bulgarian bank and transfer the required amount there. There is also an option to use a lawyer's account for the transaction. For a detailed consultation, please call me. Sincerely, Olga Shmeleva
2.12.2024
(Distant Property)
Good afternoon, yes, you can buy a house. But a house with a plot in Bulgaria can only be bought by a legal entity. If you want exactly a house and issue it to an individual, then you need to look at cottage settlements / townhouses, in some cases you can buy there for an individual. Well, or consider an apartment that can be bought without restrictions.
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