How many years do I need in Bulgaria to qualify for long-term EU resident status?

Long-term EU resident status is built on a track record of settled residence. The core requirement is five years of legal and uninterrupted residence in the country before you apply.

Under the EU framework, periods of legal residence accumulated in different Member States can in some cases be combined toward this five-year requirement, which helps people who have moved within the EU. Confirm how your particular residence history is counted with the Migration Directorate before applying.