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Advocate Markov on IMC – Bulgaria Golden Visa

Advocate Markov Featured on IMC: The Bulgaria Golden Visa Program and the Bulgaria AIF – Fund

The 7th edition of the IM Yearbook 2025 has recently been published, offering a comprehensive and unbiased overview of global Golden Visa programs. Among the highlights is a dedicated section on the Bulgaria Golden Visa Program, featuring insights from Advocate Vasil Markov and the Bulgaria AIF – Fund.

Advocate Markov: A Leader in Investment Migration

Advocate Markov has been a leading figure in investment migration in Bulgaria, playing a key role in shaping and promoting the Bulgaria Golden Visa Program since its inception through the first Bulgarian citizenship platform, Bulgarian-Citizenship.com. With years of experience in immigration law, investment strategies, and residency-by-investment solutions, he has helped numerous investors navigate the path to Bulgarian residency and citizenship.

His expertise extends beyond legal advisory—he has been actively involved in policy discussions, strategic investment planning, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that the Bulgaria Golden Visa Program remains transparent, efficient, and investor-friendly. His work has been featured in Investment Migration Council (IMC) publications, demonstrating his thought leadership in the field.

Key Benefits of the Bulgaria Golden Visa Program

Bulgaria offers one of the most competitive Golden Visa programs in Europe, providing investors with fast-track residency, tax advantages, and access to the EU market. Some of the standout benefits include:

✔ Immediate Permanent Residency – Investors receive permanent residency from day one, bypassing the lengthy temporary residency processes required in other countries.
✔ No Minimum Stay Requirement – Unlike other programs, Bulgaria does not require investors to relocate or visit annually.
✔ Eligibility for Citizenship After Five Years – Without the need to renounce existing citizenship.
✔ Visa-Free Travel – Permanent residents gain access to the EU and Schengen Area.
✔ Attractive Tax Benefits – Bulgaria offers the lowest corporate and personal income tax rate in the EU at just 10%.
✔ Diverse Investment Options – Investors can choose from real estate, business ventures, government-supported projects, and the regulated Bulgaria AIF – Fund.
✔ Family Inclusion – Spouses, children, parents, and parents-in-law are eligible for residency.

Read all Benefits of the Bulgaria Golden Visa program.

Bulgaria AIF – Fund: A Secure Investment Option

The Bulgaria AIF – Fund is the first investment fund tailored for the Bulgaria Golden Visa Program, offering a government-regulated, secure, and transparent investment vehicle for international investors.

Why Invest in the Bulgaria AIF – Fund?

✅ €512,000 Investment – The fund allows investors to participate in structured, risk-managed investments that qualify for the Golden Visa.
✅ Regulated by Bulgarian Authorities – Ensuring full legal compliance and financial oversight.
✅ Investment Growth & Security – The fund strategically allocates capital into stable sectors, such as real estate, private equity, and government-backed projects.
✅ No Hidden Costs – Direct investment in the fund eliminates the need for intermediaries, reducing fees and simplifying the process.
✅ Seamless Application Process – No requirement for a Bulgarian bank account, with direct investment options from the investor’s home country.

IMC Recognition & Industry Insights

The Investment Migration Council (IMC) has been instrumental in promoting transparent and ethical investment migration policies. Unlike some immigration platforms that prioritize monetization over content quality, the IMC stands out by providing valuable insights into all available programs, ensuring investors make well-informed decisions based on merit, not financial incentives.