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Bulgaria · Investment route
Obtain Bulgarian residency through investment in a government-approved Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with EU benefits and family inclusion.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
Bulgaria’s residency program via the Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) allows eligible investors to obtain residency by subscribing to a government-approved fund. Investors can include their spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65. The program requires a minimum investment of EUR 512,000 and a five-year holding period. Applicants must demonstrate clean criminal records, valid identity documents, and legitimate sources of funds.
What you getالمزايا
Obtain Bulgarian residency with potential EU travel advantages
Include spouse, dependent children up to 18, and parents from 65
Access to healthcare and education in Bulgaria
Investment structured under a regulated Alternative Investment Fund
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Minimum AIF Investment
Upon fund subscription · Investment in government-approved AIF, minimum EUR 512,000.
Application Processing Fee
At application submission · Covers main applicant due diligence and administrative costs.
Residence Permit Fee
Upon permit issuance · Includes main applicant and dependents.
Government & due-diligence fees
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Applicant must be 18 years or older and of sound financial standing
No criminal record and medically fit
Investment of minimum EUR 512,000 in government-approved AIF
Valid passport and proof of source of funds
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Criminal conviction or pending legal proceedings
Fraudulent financial declarations or document falsification
Ineligibility due to sanctions or restricted nationalities
The processكيف نعمل
Choose AIF route and select government-approved fund
Submit application with financial, identity, and compliance documents
Pay application and government processing fees
Fund subscription to AIF for minimum EUR 512,000
Await residency permit approval from Bulgarian authorities
Receive residence permit and maintain investment for minimum 5 years
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity
Certified copies and translations may be required.
- ✦Valid passport
- ✦Birth certificate
- ✦Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Financial
Demonstrates legitimate source of funds.
- ✦Bank statements for last 12 months
- ✦Proof of income/assets
Compliance
Ensures health and character requirements are met.
- ✦Police clearance certificate
- ✦Medical report
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Approved projectsالمشاريع
Government-Approved Bulgarian AIF
Five-year holding period required to maintain residency eligibility.
Project availability and inventory change. Your advisor confirms current options and any exclusive allocations at onboarding.
Risk notes
Investment in AIF is subject to market and fund performance. Residency is dependent on program compliance and fund retention rules.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
EUR 512,000 in a government-approved Alternative Investment Fund.
Start the Bulgaria route.
A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.