Legal and regulatory requirements in Bulgaria, including compliance obligations, governance topics, and related legal frameworks for companies and individuals.
Quick Answer Bulgaria’s SAF-T (Standard Audit File for Tax) reporting obligation is now live. Large enterprises above certain turnover or tax contribution thresholds have been required to submit structured accounting data to the NRA since January 2026, with the obligation expanding in phased waves to broader categories of businesses through to 2030. For companies involved […]
Quick Answer The EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689) is the EU’s first comprehensive AI regulation. It entered into force on 1 August 2024 and applies directly in Bulgaria, with obligations phased in over time. It establishes a risk-based framework — most businesses will find their everyday AI tools carry limited or minimal obligations. The […]
Quick Answer KYC (Know Your Customer) refers to the mandatory identity and ownership verification procedures that banks, accountants, lawyers, and other regulated professionals in Bulgaria must carry out under anti-money laundering law. The process is structured, risk-based, and ongoing. Companies that approach it with accurate documentation and a clear ownership structure will find it straightforward. […]