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Corporate & Commercial

Company Registration & Maintenance

Planning to start or develop a business in Bulgaria? The country has become an attractive jurisdiction for entrepreneurs and investors - with a stable legal framework, low tax rates, and access to a qualified workforce. We advise on the most suitable legal form and handle the entire registration and ongoing legal service process.

Why Bulgaria?

  • 10% corporate tax (one of the lowest in the EU)
  • 5% dividend tax
  • EU membership and access to the single market
  • Relatively low labour costs
  • Favourable conditions for international and holding structures

The LLC (OOD) in Bulgaria

The OOD (limited liability company) is the most commonly used business structure in Bulgaria, both for local entrepreneurs and foreign investors. Key characteristics:

  • Limited liability - partners are liable only up to their capital contribution
  • Protection of personal assets from business creditors
  • Flexible management - one or more managers, can be a partner or external person
  • Relationships governed by the articles of association

How we can assist

  • Registration of commercial entities
  • Share and equity transfers
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Branch registration
  • Subsequent changes and restructuring
  • Liquidation
  • Ongoing legal and accounting services
  • Work visa assistance for foreign employees
  • Investment intermediation for corporate clients

Important note

In most cases, the OOD is the optimal structure - but not always. Before registration, we strongly recommend an individual legal and tax consultation to select the structure that matches your specific goals, risks, and future development plans.