Bulgaria Guide: Housing & Rentals

Finding accommodation can be a time-consuming task, especially in a foreign country. Our housing guide explains where to look for appartments and accommodation, how to deal with local estate agents and what to bear in mind before signing a rental contract.

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  Heating & Air-conditioning

  Heathing systems and costs

  As a mountainous country Bulgaria has extremes of weather and even on the coast winters can be cold. Unless you plan to visit a property only in the summer, you need to consider central heating, although air-conditioning is really a luxury.

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  Electricity in Bulgaria

  Supply, costs & wiring standards

  In the past, electricity in Bulgaria was provided by the state with heavy subsidies. However, to keep up with EU competition requirements it became privatised. Due to state subsidisation, instead of reducing costs privatisation actually increased them.  

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  Utilities

  Gas & Water

  Here you find information about connection to gas and water in Bulgaria, as well as a rough outline on costs and supply.

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  Taking your pets to Bulgaria

  Requirements, vaccinations etc.

  If you plan to take a pet to Bulgaria, it’s important that you check the latest regulations. Make sure you have the correct papers, not just for Bulgaria but for all the countries you will pass through to get to Bulgaria.

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