Bulgaria
Bulgaria Customs Information – Hercules Worldwide
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Copy of passport
- Original copy of work permit
- Issued certificate from the Ministry of the Interior including the identification number (Residence Permit)
- Letter from employer confirming work transfer; must declare how long employee has been working abroad
- Letter of attorney
- Inventory written in English, signed and dated by customer
- Include all electrical and electronic devices, as well as their names and serial numbers
- Paintings should be described and listed separately
- Letter of authorization allowing shipping service to deal with customs clearance, must be verified by a notary
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- Allowed to import household goods up to 3 months after customers arrival
RESTRICTED ITEMS/DUTIABLE
- Equipment and machinery
- Plants require a certificate of health from the Ministry of Agriculture
- Liquor: 2 bottles of wine or one bottle of hard liquor equaling 20% or more alcohol by volume allowed. If more alcohol is found than allowed by customs authorities, all alcohol will be confiscated.
- Antiques
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Drugs
- Firearms
- Tobacco products
- Bulgarian currency
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Only one motor vehicle can be imported duty-free
- Requires: proof of ownership, foreign registration card, visa, national drivers license, and international insurance policy (green card).
**NOTE- all customs regulations and procedures are subject to change at any time. The above customs information is provided as a brief summary of Bulgaria customs regulations and applies only to household goods shipments, and is for your general guidance. Hercules Worldwide is not liable for any damage, delays, duties, costs, taxes or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance, omissions or errors. Always check full requirements and restrictions with the local embassy or consulate. **
