Bulgarian Legal Forms for Foreigners: Companies, Foundations, Associations, Branches, and Trade Offices
Short answer
Bulgaria offers several legal forms, but the correct route depends less on cost and more on the real objective. OOD and EOOD remain the default for many operating businesses, while associations, foundations, DPKs, branches, trade representation offices, and joint-stock companies each solve different problems.
Quick comparison
| Structure | Primary use | Main caution |
|---|---|---|
| EOOD / OOD | Standard operating company | Often chosen by default without route review |
| AD / EAD | Investor or larger governance structure | Higher capital and formality |
| DPK | Startup-oriented variable-capital structure | Only works while legal size limits are met |
| Branch | Foreign-company operating presence | Tax and reporting logic should be reviewed |
| Trade representation office | Presence and liaison | Cannot trade in its own name |
| Association / Foundation | Non-profit route | Not a substitute for a profit-distributing company |
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Disclaimer
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal, tax, accounting, banking, immigration, or investment advice.
