Bulgaria

Bulgaria Travelling by Road

 
When entering  Bulgaria in a private vehicle, you required to  have your driving licence plus all original registration and ownership documents (including logbook) also evidence of insurance valid in Bulgaria. 

For anyone who has a hired car you a required to have the original contract document, this  should state that the vehicle may be brought into Bulgaria. 

Border officials can impound any vehicle if they are not satisfied that you own it or have permission to use it in Bulgaria.

In Bulgaria tolls are charged on motorways and main roads out of town.  The tolls are payable in Euros.  Vignettes can be purchased at ports, border points and are from post offices, large petrol stations and DZI bank offices.  Please Note: You will be fined if you do not carry the appropriate vignette.

Under Bulgarian law any vehicle that is registered outside the EU is  considered to be ‘temporarily imported’ when driven inside Bulgaria.  Should the vehicle be stolen on Bulgarian soil, the owners will be liable for import duty and related taxes.  Cars that have been registered in the Channel Islands and the Isles of Man are also subject to this legislation.
 
Take care when driving, particularly at night.  There are many roads that are in poor condition and road works will  often be unlit or unmarked.  You should observe speed limits and also ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy.  Spot fines are charged for minor violations.

there has been reports of some criminals impersonating  traffic policemen and then imposing “fines” or even steal vehicles and personal belongings on major routes .   Should you be crossing Bulgaria by car, you advised to try to travel in daylight hours.

This information is for guidance only as requirements may change from time to time and we would advise you to check with the authorities prior to travelling to Bulgaria