Bulgaria has joined the Schengen area as of 1 January 2025!

What does Schengen bring to Bulgaria and its visitors?

✅ Borderless travel
Bulgaria has joined the borderless area, which means there will be no more checks at internal borders with Schengen countries. Travel to Bulgaria will now be more convenient, faster and more affordable.

✅ Boosting tourism
Thanks to easier movement between Schengen countries, an increase in tourists is expected to discover the beauty of tourism in Bulgaria - from the beautiful beaches of the Black Sea to the picturesque mountains and cultural sites. The move is likely to lead to more visitors to properties in Bulgaria, especially in popular tourist locations.

✅ Boosting the economy and trade
The removal of border controls will speed up the transport of goods, which is beneficial for Bulgarian exporters and importers. In addition, new opportunities make investment in real estate in Bulgaria more attractive. Schengen will strengthen the economy and increase the country's attractiveness to foreign businesses.

✅ Rising real estate prices
The entry into the Schengen area has a great potential to affect the real estate market in Bulgaria. Due to higher demand for real estate in Bulgaria, prices can be expected to rise, especially in residential and tourist attractive areas such as the Black Sea beaches or cities like Sofia and Plovdiv. This brings great opportunities for investors.

✅ Convenience for Bulgarians
It is now easier for Bulgarian residents to travel and work in other Schengen member states. Travel from Bulgaria to other Schengen countries will be faster and will bring new opportunities for employment and study.

Bulgaria is becoming an important gateway to the Schengen area and improving its position in Europe. Tourism in Bulgaria, as well as the demand for real estate in Bulgaria, will experience a new boom.

With the expected growth in tourism, investment and real estate values in Bulgaria, the country is preparing for the next phase of its economic development.