LIFE IN BULGARIA

CONTENTS

WHY BULGARIA

GEO & DEMOGRAPHICS

DOS AND DON’TS

COMMON PHRASES

ALPHABET

COST & CURRENCY

PLACES TO GO

TRADITIONS

EVENTS & HOLIDAYS

OFFICE LOCATIONS | CONTACTS

SUTHERLAND SITES

VISA | WORK PERMIT

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WHY BULGARIA

WHY BULGARIA

Located within the south-eastern tip of Europe, neighboring Romania to the north and Greece and Turkey to the south, you have a land steeped with history, swooping mountain ranges and costal paradises. In the past few decades, Bul-garia has developed into a leading tourist destination for both summer sun seekers and alpine winter sports enthusi-asts. The Bulgarian countryside is beautiful and unspoiled. The wines and food are excellent and if you want some cul-ture, there are plenty of monasteries hidden in the moun-tains where you can hide away from the dynamics of the city and reflect on life. Alongside its tourist attractions, Bul-garia is transforming into one of the digital and technologi-cal capitals of Europe, with no signs of slowing down. With a culture that has foundations built on strong social connec-tion, this makes relocating to Bulgaria easy for non-natives making it their home away from home. It is no surprise why so many people are relocating to Bulgaria.

Close to major European hubsPolitical stabilityIncome tax is 10%Excellent climateRich historyDiverse cultureEU member since 2007Very authentic Bulgarian cuisineFriendly peopleCost of livingFolklore, film and theater festivalsDynamic nightlifeSeaside and mountain tourist resorts

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GEO & DEMOGRAPHICS

Climate Moderate and agreeable with four dis-tinct seasons – a beautiful, mild spring when nature bursts into full bloom, a dry and hot summer, a typically long and pleasant autumn, and relatively mild winters with lots of opportunities for skiing.

111,000 km2

7.4 million

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DOS AND DON’TS

DOS AND DON’TS

Some basics: nodding means “no” and shaking one‘s head means “yes”.Holding your thumb between your ring and middle finger is considered an obscene gesture in Bulgaria.

Bulgaria is considered an overall safe country. Use your common sense and you’ll enjoy your stay.

Never use a taxi without stickers on it and check the tariffs before getting in. The maximum price per km should be no more than 0.79 BGN. Yellow Taxi is our recommendation.

The best public transport to use is the subway (metro). The price of a ticket is 1.60 BGN for all transports.

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The Bulgarian diet is mainly based on dairy and meat. However, even if you have food intolerances, or you’re veg-etarian/vegan you still have many op-tions. Bulgarian vegetables are very tasty and fresh.

You will see plenty of stray cats on the streets. If you’re inclined, buy some cat food and treat them to a nice meal.

Tattoo culture in Bulgaria is growing more and more, with Sofia becoming a hub for tiny shops with big talent. If you’re interested, there are also an-nual tattoo expos.

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ZdraveĭteDobro utroBlagodarya or merciKak si?Molya teIzvinyavay or SŭzhalyavamDobãr denDobãr večerNe razbiramCiaoIzvineteDobreDaNe

HelloGood morning

Thank youHow are you?

PleaseI’m sorry

Good afternoonGood evening

I don’t understandGoodbye

Excuse meOkay/Fine

YesNo

COMMON PHRASES

COMMON PHRASES

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Aa

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a (as in cat)

b (as in bus)

v (as in very)

g (as in good)

d (as in dog)

e (as in egg)

zh (as in ‘s’ in ‘leisure’)

z (as in zoo)

i (as in instant)

y (as in young)

k (as in kick)

l (as in love)

m (as in marry)

n (as in no)

o (as in hot)

p (as in pot)

r (as in red)

s (as in sit)

t (as in tree)

u (as in yule)

f (as in fool)

h (as in house)

ts (as in puts)

ch (as in check)

sh (as in shut)

sht (as in ‘shed’ in pushed)

â (as the ‘u’ in but)

softens the sound of the consonant before it

yu (as in you)

ya (as in yank)

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COST & CURRENCY

COST & CURRENCY

The currency of Bulgaria is called the lev or leva (plural). They come in the form of paper notes or coins, all of differ-ent value. Paper notes come in the form of: 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 leva. Coins come in the form of: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50 stotinki or 1 and 2 leva. The Cyrillic symbol for lev is лв and the currency code is BGN.Tipping in Bulgaria is not very strict, but is appreciated. A 10% tip is average for services such as restaurants, taxis, sa-lons, or bars. In some restaurants, however, a 10% service charge is already added so you aren’t expected to add a tip, though it might make the waiter happy. Taxi drivers typ-ically will keep the leftover change as their tip so it’s smart to keep smaller notes and coins on hand. It is not expected to tip hotel staff unless you are in a very high-end place.

1 Euro = 1.95 BGN1 USD = 1.69 BGN1 GBP = 2.22 BGN

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RILA MONASTERY

PLACES TO GO

Rila Monastery was founded in the 10th century in honor of the ascetic St. Ivan of Rila. St. Ivan was deeply respect-ed during his lifetime and viewed as a saint. He prayed in a cave in solitude for over 20 years and people would go there to receive his blessing. People visiting the mon-astery can hike to visit the cave. In the 14th century the Ottomans looted and destroyed the Rila Monastery and people of the church rebuilt it in the 15th century. The mon-astery was destroyed again in 1833 by a fire and only one structure remained. It was rebuilt again by Peter Ivanovich and restored to its full glory. Monks still live there so you ofen times will see them walking around. The monastery exhibits centuries of historical and religious work and is a spectacular sight to see.

RILA NATIONAL PARK

Rila National Park is the largest nation-al park in Bulgaria. The highest sum-mit in the Balkan Peninsula is at the Musala (2925 m). The park has 120 glacial lakes and the infamous Seven Rila Lakes. There are many places to hike in the park and many sights to see. You can also see the the longest river in Bulgaria which is called the Iskar, or the longest river in all the Balkans, the Maritsa. The highest and deepest lake is named Ledenoto ezero or Icy Lake. You are allowed to swim in the lakes, but most people admire their beauty from afar.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

SAINT ALEXANDAR NEVSKI CATHEDRAL

The church is located at the heart of Bulgaria in Sofia and is unique in the fact that you aren’t allowed to take pictures. Sometimes visitors can expect to hear the choir singing on their visit. The interior of the church is breathtaking, but something you can only see in person. Constructed with beautiful mosaics and high ceilings the church is definite-ly a spectacular sight in Bulgaria.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

DEVIL’S BRIDGE

Devil’s Bridge, also known as Dyavolski Most, was built in the early 16th century by a renowned artisan, called Dimitar. The bridge is located near Ardino and crosses the Arda River. There are many myths and folklore that the locals tell about the bridge. One of the legends is that every bridge that had been built on that place couldn’t withstand the rough waters of the Arda River. The artisan made a deal with the Devil to receive the secrets of build-ing a bridge. Dimitar had to sacrifice his wife and engrave the footprint of the Devil on the Bridge.

If you time your day right and go at around noon on a sunny day you can see the reflection of the Devil from the bridge.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

THE OLD TOWN OF PLOVDIV

The Old Town in Plovdiv is a place of architectural and histor-ical importance. It is situated on three of the hills of Plovdiv. It features museums, houses from the 19th century, archeo-logical sites, many cafes and restaurants, and romantic cob-blestone streets. Concerts and small venues take place here and it is a good place for sightseeing or a nice stroll through the quaint town. This World Heritage site also has many local shops and the Old Plovdiv Retro Photo shop where you can dress up in authentic, traditional Bulgarian Folk Costumes to dive into the Bulgarian spirit. If you are a fan of history, enjoy a good bite to eat, or enjoy exquisite architecture and a re-laxing ambiance then Old Town is a place for you.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

VITOSHA MOUNTAIN

Vitosha Mountain is the third-highest peak in Bulgaria and stands at a remarkable 2,290 m high. It is located on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria and is a main symbol of the city. It is known for its hiking, skiing, and climbing all year round. You can see the entire city of So-fia from the mountain or see the breathtaking waterfall. You can drive or take a bus and take a lift to see the sights that the mountain has to offer.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

ROSE FESTIVAL

The Rose Festival is celebrated at the beginning of the rose-harvesting period in the town of Kazanlak. The first festival took place in 1903 and became a Bulgarian tradi-tion and major event thereafter. Singing and dancing be-came a focal point of the festival with masked dancers called called koukeri. There are many other events that take place at the festival too, such as the harvesting ritu-al, parade, and the election of Queen Rose. The festival goes on for weeks and takes place during May and June.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

BELOGRADCHIK ROCKS

The Belogradchik Rocks were formed at the sea floor due to intense com-pression and erosion over 230 million years ago. The rocks reach around 200 m in height and form a long strip of 30 km. There are many caves with-in the rocks, some with paintings dat-ing back to over 10,000 BC. There are many legends surrounding the rocks about a beautiful girl falling in love with a man and being turned to stone. The views and rock formation are said to be spectacular.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

BUZLUDZHA MONUMENT

The Buzludzha Monument is a peak that is located on in the Central Balkan Mountains near Kazanlak. The sum-mit is made of limestone and granite and is surrounded by lush vegetation. A historical monument from 1868, the Buzludzha is a sight of importance as it was where a battle between the Bulgarians and Turks took place. The monument was a meeting place to discuss Bulgaria’s socialist future. It was abandoned after the fall of com-munism in 1989 and has been sealed off since then. Many still marvel at the historical site, however, and remem-ber the past that it represents.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

SEA GARDEN

The Sea Garden is known as the largest and oldest park in Varna and is located along the coast of the Black Sea, giv-ing it spectacular views. Many people jog through the park or rest on the benches for some fresh air. The site is a main tourist attraction due to its welcoming environment and sea-side views. The park also has a small bridge that is said to make all your wishes come true if you walk over it backwards with your eyes closed. From the park you can access other interesting sites such as the Naval Museum, Aquarium, or the beach. There are also many restaurants, cafes, and ice cream carts that make it a good place to cool off and relax.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

AQUAPOLIS WATER PARK

Aquapolis is a large water park located in Golden Sands near Varna. It is one of the top rated water parks in Bulgaria. With Spanish influence, it is said to be one of the most beautiful water parks in the country. The park has rides for all ages and includes a wild river; the Niagara slide, where people ride in rubber rafts; the Kamikaze slide, which goes 60 km/h for all the adrenaline seekers; and many more. Aquapolis is split into three sections: the adult zone, children zone, and extreme zone. On a hot day, Aquapolis becomes a favorite destination to relax and cool off and is fun for the whole family.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

SUNNY BEACH

Sunny Beach is one of the most pop-ular tourist locations in Bulgaria. It is known as the summer party destina-tion along the coast of the Black Sea. It offers many night clubs, resorts, and different water sports and bars. Though there are many party places in Sunny Beach, you can also find relaxation in the surrounding quiet areas and vil-lages. If you enjoy a sandy beach and thriving nightlife then Sunny Beach is a must-visit place in Bulgaria.

PLACES TO GO

PLACES TO GO

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TRADITIONS

Families and friends give each other red and white tassels, known as mar-tenitsas, which are often times worn on your wrist. The tassels are taken off whenever you see a stork or a blos-soming tree which are symbols for the upcoming warmer season. Peo-ple exchange the tassels in hopes of luck, health, and happiness.

BABA MARTA

TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

Fire dancing, commonly referred to as nestinarstvo in Bulgaria, takes place in villages near the southeast of Bul-garia. It mainly occurs on the holiday of St. Konstantin and Elena. The holi-day is a symbol of the seasons chang-ing from spring to summer. The danc-ers walk and dance barefoot on hot embers as if in a trance. According to tradition, the dancer is guided by the saint of the holiday and is said to have special gifts such as interpret-ing omens and communicating with the dead because of their connection with the saint.

FIRE DANCING

TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

Name days are respected similarly to birthdays. Anyone who is named after a saint gets to celebrate their name on name day. Saints are very respect-ed and have a great deal of religious value to Bulgarians. The celebration can include a big family meal and an exchange of gifts to the person whose name is being celebrated. Similarly, Palm Sunday, also known as Tsvetni-ca in Bulgaria, is the holiday of flow-ers and trees. People who are named after a flower or a tree celebrate their name on the last Sunday before Eas-ter. The celebration is the same as name day with a family meal and the exchange of gifts.

NAME DAYS AND PALM SUNDAY

TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

The Bulgarian Orthodox Easter tradi-tions involve different activities such as egg coloring, Easter beads, and egg breaking. It is tradition to color the eggs on the Holy Thursday before Easter. It is also tradition to dye the first egg red because it symbolizes the blood of Jesus and his rise from the dead. During the egg breaking, family members tap their eggs against each others with the intent to break them. The goal is to have the last unbroken egg because tradition says that they will have a year of good luck.

EASTER TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

A large meal of many dishes is served and follows the forty-day Advent fast. The meal includes grains, fruits, nuts, and vegetables. One of the most im-portant parts of the meal is walnuts. It is tradition that each family mem-ber cracks a walnut in hopes of get-ting a good one. If the walnut is good then they are said to have a year of luck and success. If someone cracks a bad walnut then they will have bad luck. Additionally, it is tradition to hide a coin in a loaf of bread on Christmas Eve. Whoever finds the coin first will have good luck in the upcoming year. After the big Christmas Eve dinner, the table remains untouched until the next morning so the ghosts of ances-tors can come visit before Christmas morning. The table is then cleared the morning after Christmas Eve.

CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

TRADITIONS

On New Year’s Eve it is tradition to chase away the evil spirits of the past year. Many children take part in this tradition in Bulgaria. Children prepare a special tree branch called a survach-ka and decorate it with many things like colorful string or dry food. The cel-ebration includes reciting verses with their families and lightly tapping their families on the back as symbolism of chasing the bad spirits away. Children are typically rewarded with sweets and gifts in exchange.

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SPRING CHANGES EVERY YEAR

New Year’s Day

St. Trifon Zarezan Day & Valentine’s Day

Day of the Cyrillic Alphabet and Bulgarian Culture

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JUN 1 - 3Sofia Music Weeks

Varna International Music Festival

International Folklore Festival, Varna

International Jazz Festival, Bansko

International Folklore Festival, Burgas

Apollonia Festival of Arts, Sozopol

Varna Day

Kapana Fest

Rose Festival

Day of Reunification

Bulgarian Independence Day

One Dance Week, Plovdiv

Kapana Fest

Halloween

Revival Leaders’ Day

New Year’s Eve

Christmas Eve and Christmas

Baba Marta

Labour Day

St. George’s Day Bulgaria’s Valour Day

Liberation of Bulgaria Day (National Holiday)

Orthodox Easter (Good Friday through Eas-ter Monday)

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OFFICE LOCATIONS | CONTACTS

OFFICE LOCATIONS | CONTACTS

Office contacts Emergency contacts

BSR 1&2, Sofia3&5 Nikola Tesla Str. BSR 1&2

Black Sea Capital, Varna20 Sofronii Vrachanski Str.

Serdika Center, Sofia48 Sitnyakovo Blvd.

Mall Galeria, Burgas6 Yanko Komitov Str.

Offices Administration adminsofiadl@sutherlandglobal.com

HR Department bulgariahr@sutherlandglobal.com

Recruitment Department recruitingbulgaria@sutherlandglobal.com

Payroll Department bulgaria.payroll@sutherlandglobal.com

IТ Team gtibulgaria@sutherlandglobal.com

Emergency(includes all the rest)

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Police 166

Fire Department 160

Ambulance 150

Generali Insurance (Health insurance provider for Sutherland employees)

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SUTHERLAND SITES

SUTHERLAND SITES

SOFIASofia is Bulgaria’s capital and larg-est city. Founded thousands of years ago, today the city continues to de-velop as the country’s cultural and economic center. The city has a pop-ulation of 1,250,000. Sofia has turned into the preferred destination for the world’s leading companies in the BPO industry. There is a large percentage of multilingual speakers from far and wide working in the BPO sector. In

2015 Sutherland announced a 10 mil-lion Euro investment in its Bulgaria operation to create 3,000 jobs in the country over the coming years show-ing the importance and opportunity that Bulgaria has to offer.Sofia is located in the western part of the country, on the lower slopes of Mountain Vitosha. The city’s altitude is 550 meters above sea level, the climate is moderate and continental.

The proximity to Vitosha gives peo-ple of Sofia great access to the moun-tains ski slopes in the winter. Bansko and Borovets ski resorts are just a short drive away.

The city of Sofia is at the crossroads of south-eastern Europe giving its residents great accessibility within a short drive to some of Europe’s most historic cities.

SUTHERLAND SITES

SUTHERLAND SITES

BURGASBurgas is the fourth largest city in Bulgaria, situated in the south-east-ern part of the country, right on the Black sea coast. The climate is pri-marily continental with a distinct im-pact from the Black Sea. The Port of Burgas is the biggest sea port in the country and the Burgas Airport is the second largest airport where most of the international flights caring tour-ists are landing. Despite its location

on the seaside, the city is not famous as a beach resort, but more as a turn-ing point to the southern resorts like Sunny Beach, Pomorie, Sozopol, etc. which are all closely located. If you enjoy local seafood set on a beauti-ful coastline Burgas will be the per-fect place for you.Burgas is an important industrial center in Bulgaria, and the city also invests considerable resources in

tourism. In the past couple of years it has been voted several times as the best city in Bulgaria to live in. What attracts people here is mostly the sea. But the municipality supports multiple art and culture venues. After opening our office in 2014 we have seen Sutherland grow in the city and become one of the largest employ-ers in the area. Our presence and reputation in the city is paramount.

SUTHERLAND SITES

SUTHERLAND SITES

VARNAThe city of Varna is situated in the North-Eastern part of Bulgaria on the Black Sea shore providing a mild cli-mate throughout the year. Varna is the third largest city in Bulgaria with population of about 330 000 people. Because of its historical, economic and cultural significance it is often called the Sea Capital of Bulgaria. Along with that it is on the crossroad between the Middle East and West-

ern Europe. Nowadays Varna is the main port for both naval and com-mercial shipping and it has a cosmo-politan atmosphere.The city’s peculiar sea charm is sub-lime and moving. Ancient, medieval, renaissance and modern cultures mingle and coexist in the city. In Var-na you can see original artefacts of the oldest gold treasure in the world, dated between 4400 – 4200 BC. Of

the rich natural resources two are a must-see: The Marine Gardens, which are the largest in the Balkans and Euxinograd, the former Royal Palace. Varna is a city of old culture, living traditions and ambitious under-takings. Some 20% of its population are students. Varna has an impres-sive nightlife, especially during the summer season and many say that “the city never sleeps”.

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VISA | WORK PERMIT

Citizens of the following countries do not need visa to enter Bulgaria: European Union member states, member states of European Economic Area (Nor-way, Iceland, Liechtenstein), Switzerland, UK, Can-ada, USA, Mexico, and Australia.

Only a valid passport is required to enter the country for 90 days. All visitors are required to register with the regional passport office for foreigners or the po-lice within 48 hours after their arrival. Your hotel will be able to take care of this but you’ll be asked to leave your passport with them for some minutes.

After the first 90 days in the country you will need a document for prolonged stay which can be obtained at the main passport office located on 48 Maria Luiza Blvd. HR Department can assist you with this.

Please bring with you the following documents:☑ Work contract and rental agreementOr☑ Health Insurance card and debit/credit card☑ Application form☑ ID card/passport*You must have both originals and copies of the above with you.*You will be charged a small amount for the application. Please take cash.*Please ensure to have your name clearly visible on the rental agreement, if you are sharing the accommodation.

Please note, that it is your responsibility to ensure you have all the rights to live and work in Bulgaria.

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REAL ESTATE AGENCIES

Real Estate Agent Mr. Dimitar Grahovski dimitar.grahovski89@gmail.commobile: 0897614791

Yavlena Real Estate Agency https://www.yavlena.com/enmobile: 0889 262 606office: 02 810 50

Mirela Real Estate Agency https://m.mirela.bg/en/mobile: 0895 525 909office: 02 981 23 45

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