Tax and accounting in Bulgaria

Self-employed or running a company in Bulgaria: what to know

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How do I register a business in Bulgaria?

The ways to trade, as self-employed or through a company, the steps to register and who you register with. Read the Bulgaria Company Formation & Entity Choice Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

How does income tax work in Bulgaria?

Who pays, how the tax is worked out, what you can deduct and when to file, including for the self-employed. Read the Bulgaria Corporate Income Tax Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 2 more Bulgaria Guides on this below.

How do VAT and sales taxes work in Bulgaria?

When you have to register, how often you file and what you can claim back. Read the Bulgaria VAT (ДДС) Return Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team.

What do I need to do to pay staff in Bulgaria?

Withholding, social contributions and the employer registrations and filings. Read the Bulgaria Payroll Guide, written by Michael Cutajar and the OpenAccountants team. 1 more Bulgaria Guide on this below.

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