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INTERNATIONAL WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS

Recruitment and Import of Foreign Workers

End-to-end recruitment, documentation and relocation support for employers hiring skilled and semi-skilled professionals from third countries.

Warehouse team coordinating building-material orders

International Sourcing

Candidates from Uzbekistan, Nepal, India, Bangladesh, the Philippines and other non-EU countries.

Complete Documentation

Support with contracts, document legalization, visa applications, permits and residence procedures.

Legal & Administrative Support

Coordination with the Employment Agency, Migration Directorate and relevant institutions.

End-to-End Support

From candidate selection and documentation to arrival, registration and onboarding.

Three Employment Options

The appropriate procedure depends on the duration of employment, the sector and the type of permit required.

Up to 90 Days

Short-term and seasonal needs

Suitable mainly for tourism and agriculture within the permitted short-stay framework. Depending on nationality, a Type C visa may be required.

  • Invitation and supporting documents
  • Employment registration
  • Coordination with the Employment Agency

90 Days to 9 Months

Seasonal employment

Commonly used in tourism, agriculture and hospitality. Workers generally enter with a Type D visa and receive a seasonal work permit.

  • Employer documentation
  • Consular procedure support
  • Seasonal permit coordination

Up to 3 Years

Single Residence and Work Permit

Suitable for ongoing workforce needs across a broad range of professions, including qualified specialists and EU Blue Card candidates.

  • SRWP application support
  • Visa D and legalization
  • Post-arrival coordination

Our Process

A structured process from candidate sourcing to legal employment and onboarding in Bulgaria.

1. Recruitment

Candidate sourcing, screening and pre-selection.

2. Documentation

Contracts, legalization and preparation of applications.

3. Visa Procedure

Consular coordination and support with the applicable visa.

4. Work Permit

Work and residence authorization with the relevant institutions.

5. Arrival

Relocation support and local registration after entry.

6. Employment

Onboarding, registration and ongoing compliance support.

Industries We Support

We recruit foreign workforce for sectors with ongoing or seasonal labour shortages.

  • Manufacturing and production
  • Hospitality and tourism
  • Agriculture
  • Logistics and warehousing
  • Construction
  • Technical and specialist roles
International manufacturing workforce in a production facility

Employer Requirements

Employers hiring citizens of third countries must comply with the procedures of the Bulgarian Employment Agency, Migration Directorate and the Labour Code.

Company and labour market requirements

The employer must be legally registered and in good standing. Depending on the permit category, a labour market test or another statutory procedure may apply.

Employment contract and conditions

A written employment contract must define salary, working time, rest periods and social insurance. Employers must also ensure safe working conditions and meet the applicable accommodation and insurance obligations.

Authorization and Arrival

Work authorization

  • Seasonal work permit
  • Single Residence and Work Permit
  • EU Blue Card for highly qualified specialists

After approval, the employee may proceed with the applicable visa process. Following arrival, residence registration, tax and social security registrations must be completed.

Ongoing obligations

Employers must maintain accurate records, monitor permit validity and notify the authorities of relevant changes in the employment relationship. The rights and obligations of the workers are according to Bulgarian law.

Need International Workforce?

Tell us about your hiring needs and we will recommend the most suitable recruitment and permit pathway.