As explained earlier, understanding and using the W-8BEN-E form and the Double Taxation Agreement between Bulgaria and the United States is crucial for reducing or eliminating the 30% withholding tax when receiving income from American clients. However, there are additional steps and aspects that can ease the process and ensure full compliance for Bulgarian companies. … Read more
In addition to the basic dropshipping flow and VAT rules already covered, there are a few additional details to keep in mind when managing a dropshipping business in Bulgaria, especially when dealing with non-EU suppliers and EU customers. Below are more considerations that will help ensure your operations remain compliant with local tax and customs … Read more
When a Bulgarian company makes payments to foreign individuals or organizations, it must comply with Bulgarian tax legislation. This is especially relevant for income tax, which is withheld on payments such as royalties, dividends, and service fees. These payments are made to non-residents who do not have a permanent establishment in Bulgaria. In this article, … Read more
How a Bulgarian Company Pays Influencers Abroad: Tax Rules (2025) Working with influencers and content creators from other countries 🌍 has become a standard part of modern digital marketing. Bulgarian companies increasingly collaborate with international creators on platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, blogs, and affiliate networks. While the marketing strategy is usually clear, the … Read more
Forming a Bulgarian holding company remains attractive to foreign investors due to its low 10% corporate tax, EU location, and treaty network. However, upcoming shifts—such as the proposed dividend tax increase from 5% to 10% and Bulgaria’s planned transition from BGN to EUR—raise critical questions around tax structuring and profit distribution. These factors directly affect … Read more
Business owners in Bulgaria face a strategic financial decision in 2025–2026: reinvest profits back into the company or distribute dividends while the tax environment remains favorable. The expected increase in dividend tax from 5% to 10% places a stronger emphasis on timing profit distribution, reinvestment efficiency, and long-term strategy. 💼 How does the tax framework … Read more
The anticipated increase in Bulgaria’s dividend tax from 5% to 10% is one of the most discussed fiscal changes for 2025–2026. Although the legislative process is not yet finalized, the strategic impact on foreign investors and business owners is already evident. Bulgaria is known for one of the lowest tax burdens in the EU. This … Read more
The transition from the Bulgarian lev (BGN) to the euro (EUR) represents one of the most significant economic transformations in the country in recent decades. Although the lev has been pegged to the euro under a currency board arrangement, the formal switch introduces new challenges related to operations, accounting, contracts, and tax planning.Understanding currency risk … Read more
In this article, we will review the most important changes expected in 2026 that foreign investors and business owners in Bulgaria need to start preparing for now. Timely planning in the areas of taxation, accounting, and financial processes can save significant costs and administrative effort. 💼 Expected increase in the dividend tax Currently, the dividend … Read more
In this article, we will look at how Bulgarian companies and their owners can prepare in advance for a potential increase in the dividend tax from 5% to 10%. In such a case, timely profit distribution can lead to significant savings and improved financial planning. 💼 Understand how dividend distribution works in Bulgaria today In … Read more