The Book

Complete Guide to Living in Bulgaria

Moving to a new country is like entering a new world where different rules apply, and it takes a while before you can fully understand them. Not knowing the language and not having any close friends, it may be quite frustrating to handle even simple daily tasks, let alone sort out the basics – how to get a job, a place to live and a residence permit.

Everything You Need to Know about Living in Bulgaria is a handbook for expats in Bulgaria covering all important aspects of modern-day life in this country without hiding its various problems. It can give you a general overview of Bulgarian culture, history and economy, as well as lots of practical advice on learning the language, where to go, how to register a business, enroll in a Bulgarian university, etc.

Living in Bulgaria can be unimaginably crazy, challenging and rewarding. You are welcome to experience it for yourself! I just want to share with you my Bulgarian perspective, give you some detailed practical information, and, hopefully, inspire you to take the leap and discover the beauty off the beaten track of Europe.

The Author

My name is Liliana Chernin, and I am a writer, reader, teacher, learner, but most importantly – a life explorer.

I have a passion for languages and travel, and occasionally I share my excitement about these topics with the readers of Beyond the Language Barrier and Lily Can’t Stand Still.

Even though I enjoy traveling to distant places, I am always thrilled to go back home. Bulgaria is like that crazy lover you want to leave but something always draws you back there.

As a native Bulgarian, I wanted to show my perspective on life in this little-known country. This is how Everything You Need to Know About Living in Bulgaria was born.