Sweden is one of the most popular European destinations for Bulgarian citizens seeking better professional opportunities, high social standards, and a stable living environment. Its strong economy, well-developed sectors such as healthcare, education, IT, engineering, and social services, combined with a balanced lifestyle, make the country attractive both to qualified specialists and to young people at the start of their careers.

However, simply having the necessary education and experience is not enough to start working in your field in Sweden. Your diplomas, qualifications, and certificates issued in Bulgaria must first be officially recognised and legalised in order to have legal validity before Swedish authorities and employers. This step is particularly crucial for regulated professions – such as doctors, teachers, engineers, and lawyers – where requirements are stricter.

In the following sections, we will look at which documents require legalisation, how the procedure works, which institutions are involved, and what the most common mistakes are. You will also find practical advice to help you successfully navigate the process and begin working in Sweden without unnecessary administrative hurdles. (more…)

Poland is among the fastest-growing economies in the European Union and is increasingly becoming a strategic partner for Bulgarian companies. Trade relations between the two countries cover a wide range of sectors – from engineering and transport, through food and beverages, to IT services and construction. For Bulgarian firms to conclude successful and legally secure agreements with Polish partners, their documents must be properly prepared and officially recognised.

Here, the legalisation of documents plays a key role. This is the process through which official documents issued in Bulgaria gain legal validity in Poland. Although both countries are members of the EU and the Hague Apostille Convention, which significantly simplifies procedures, there are still specific requirements that must be followed. (more…)

Malta has become one of the preferred destinations for Bulgarian citizens seeking professional opportunities abroad. Its attractive climate, high quality of life, proximity to Bulgaria and wide range of opportunities in sectors such as tourism, education, healthcare, IT and engineering make the country appealing to both young specialists and experienced professionals.

In order for a Bulgarian citizen to practise their profession in Malta, diplomas and qualifications obtained in Bulgaria must be officially recognised. This step is mandatory, especially for regulated professions – doctors, teachers, lawyers, engineers, pharmacists and others. Without the recognition of the diploma, it is impossible to start work in the chosen field, regardless of experience or skills. (more…)

Luxembourg has long established itself as a preferred jurisdiction for international investments, thanks to its stable financial system, favourable tax environment and well-developed corporate governance framework. Bulgarian companies and investors are increasingly turning to this country in order to implement strategic projects, acquire shares in local companies or expand their business within the European Union. For these investments to be successfully carried out, it is essential that the accompanying documents are duly legalised and recognised by the competent authorities in Luxembourg. (more…)

Trade relations between Bulgaria and Lithuania are gaining momentum, with companies from both countries seeking new partnerships, investments and supply opportunities. The membership of both countries in the European Union greatly facilitates the movement of goods and services, but does not completely eliminate the need to comply with legal rules related to document circulation.

In this context, the legalisation of corporate contracts and accompanying documents is essential for them to be recognised and enforced both in Bulgaria and in Lithuania.

Many businesses mistakenly believe that since both countries are EU members, additional legalisation is unnecessary. In practice, however, every institution – whether a court, a bank or a state agency – requires official proof of the authenticity of the documents submitted. This is achieved through the apostille procedure and official translation. (more…)

The recognition of diplomas and qualifications is an important step for every Bulgarian citizen who plans to study, work, or settle in Latvia. Whether it concerns a student wishing to continue their higher education at a reputable Latvian university, or a professional – such as a doctor, engineer, teacher, or lawyer – seeking to practise their profession, educational and qualification documents must be officially recognised.

Latvia is a member of the European Union and, as such, applies the common rules for the mutual recognition of diplomas and professional qualifications. This considerably facilitates the process for Bulgarian citizens, but it does not entirely eliminate the administrative requirements. Depending on the purpose – academic continuation of studies or practising a regulated profession – the procedure may involve different institutions, deadlines, and additional requirements. (more…)

Italy is one of Bulgaria’s key trading partners and offers significant opportunities – from the export of food and wine, through textiles and furniture, to construction and engineering services. For Bulgarian companies to remain competitive and conclude deals smoothly, their documents must be officially recognised by Italian institutions and business partners.

This recognition does not happen automatically. It requires a process called document legalisation. Through it, corporate acts, contracts, certificates and permits issued in Bulgaria acquire legal validity in Italy. Without this step, there is a risk that documents will not be accepted, which may delay or even block a deal. (more…)

An increasing number of Bulgarians are choosing Ireland as a destination for work and professional development. The country offers a stable labour market, competitive salaries and good opportunities for integration.

However, in order to start work and be recognised by local institutions, Bulgarians often need to present documents issued in Bulgaria – diplomas, certificates, birth certificates, employment references.

These documents cannot be used directly. They must go through a legalisation process, which confirms their authenticity and ensures they are accepted by Irish employers, universities, social services and state bodies.

In practice, legalisation involves obtaining an apostille, translation by a sworn translator and, in some cases, additional certification. While the procedure is straightforward, it can be confusing if you are dealing with it for the first time. It is therefore important to know which documents require legalisation and what the correct steps are to avoid delays or rejection.

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An increasing number of Bulgarian agricultural producers are developing their activities in neighbouring Greece – whether through leasing or purchasing land, participating in local and EU subsidy programmes, or exporting and trading agricultural products. However, in order for these activities to be recognised by Greek institutions, documents issued in Bulgaria must be duly legalised.

Legalisation is a key step that ensures your certificates, contracts, permits and accounting documents carry full legal weight before the Greek authorities. Without proper legalisation, there is a risk that your paperwork will not be accepted, which may result in delays, refusal of subsidies or even the loss of business opportunities. (more…)

The legalisation of customs documents is one of the most important steps in international trade between Bulgaria and France. When a Bulgarian company decides to export goods to the French market, it must ensure not only the quality of its products and the logistics of delivery, but also that the accompanying documents will be recognised by the French authorities. Customs documents are not a mere formality; they are an essential instrument through which states guarantee the origin, legality and safety of goods. They carry legal weight because they certify facts such as the type of goods, their value, their provenance and the conditions of transport. Their legalisation is therefore a key process, without which international trade would not be possible. (more…)