Investing in Bulgaria
Discover the key advantages, opportunities, and business environment that make Bulgaria an attractive destination for investment and talent.
Why invest in Bulgaria
Human resources
Highly educated workforce with strong technical skills and excellent English proficiency. Continuous professional development ensures long-term talent growth.
Economic advantages
10% corporate tax, low cost of living, and growing economy focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
Strategic location
Gateway between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East with access to EU markets of 500M+ consumers.
Investment and business setup
Investment incentives
The Bulgarian government offers tax breaks, subsidies, and incentives to encourage foreign investment.
Growing sectors include renewable energy, technology, and agriculture.
Starting a business
Simple and efficient company registration process with transparent legal framework and stable business environment.
Steps include company registration, licensing (if required), and setting up a business bank account.
Education and talent development
Education system
Bulgaria offers structured primary, secondary, and higher education with strong academic and technical focus.
Universities provide programs in science, engineering, and business, many taught in English.
IT and skills growth
The IT sector is rapidly developing, producing highly skilled professionals through formal and informal education.
This makes Bulgaria a preferred destination for outsourcing and tech investment.
Hiring employees in Bulgaria
Legal framework
Employment is regulated with clear requirements for contracts, taxes, and social contributions.
Licensed recruitment
Recruitment agencies must be licensed, ensuring compliance, professionalism, and quality service delivery.
Why use agencies
Working with licensed agencies ensures compliance, reduces risk, and improves hiring outcomes.
Horizons Bulgaria covers the full spectrum of HR services and ensures compliant, efficient hiring processes for international clients.
Start your business in Bulgaria
We support investors with recruitment, Employer of Record, and full HR consulting services.
HR SERVICES
What we offer
EMPLOYER BRANDING
Horizons Bulgaria supports employer brand strategy and positioning.
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
Strategic recruitment for senior and C-level roles.
HEADHUNTING
Direct approach to top professionals and leaders.
RECRUITMENT AS A SERVICE
Outsourced recruitment processes for efficiency and scale.
TRAININGS
Soft skills and HR-focused training programs.
EMPLOYER OF RECORD
Full employment compliance without local entity.