For international buyers in Bulgaria
Real estate agencies serving foreign clients need to be available in multiple languages, around the clock. We build AI assistants that handle buyer inquiries, document questions, and viewing scheduling — so your agents focus on closing deals, not answering the same questions twice.
For real estate agencies
Foreign buyers ask the same questions hundreds of times. We build AI assistants that answer them instantly — in their language — so your agents spend time on viewings and negotiations, not inbox management.
01 / MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT
Trained on your property listings, agency policies, and Bulgarian real estate law. Answers questions in English, German, Russian, and other languages. Handles first contact, viewing scheduling, and document questions — and escalates to your team when a deal is within reach.
EN / DE / RU + others on request02 / DOCUMENT GUIDANCE
Foreign buyers are unfamiliar with notarial deeds, Bulgarian tax numbers, and title registration. The assistant explains each step, lists required documents, and sets expectations for timelines — reducing the number of calls your team needs to handle before a viewing is booked.
Notary, EGN, title deed, DDS03 / INQUIRY & SCHEDULING
The assistant asks the right questions (budget range, preferred area, property type, timeline), qualifies the lead, and offers available viewing slots directly in the chat. Confirmed appointments land in your calendar. Your agents show up to viewings, not to answer emails.
Calendar integration availableThe buying process
A brief guide for international buyers. Your real estate agent and notary will walk you through the specifics — this gives you a map before the first call.
Find a property, agree on price, and sign a preliminary contract with a deposit of 10%.
Your lawyer checks the title at the Property Registry for encumbrances, liens, and correct ownership history.
Foreign nationals need a Bulgarian personal tax number (PN) from the local municipality before the notary deed can be signed.
Both parties sign the notarial deed before a notary. The transfer is registered at the Registry Agency. You are now the legal owner.
Languages we support
Our AI assistants handle buyer inquiries in the following languages. Additional languages available on request.
UK, US, Irish, and other English-speaking buyers — the largest foreign buyer group in Bulgaria's coastal and ski markets.
German, Austrian, and Swiss buyers — growing segment particularly active in mountain and rural property.
Russian-speaking buyers historically active in the Black Sea coast and Sofia markets.
Buyer questions
EU and EEA citizens can buy land and buildings in Bulgaria freely. Non-EU nationals can purchase apartments and buildings but generally cannot buy land directly — a Bulgarian company is typically used. Your agency will guide you through the specific structure that applies to you.
You will need a valid passport, a Bulgarian tax number (EGN/PN), and a Bulgarian bank account for the transfer. Your agency handles the notary appointment and title deed. The full document list is confirmed during your first call with the agency.
A typical property purchase in Bulgaria takes 4–8 weeks from offer to title deed, depending on the property type, financing, and local authority processing times. Cash purchases can close faster.
Buyers typically pay a property transfer tax (2–3% of declared value), a notary fee (scaled by property value), and registration fees. VAT (20%) applies to new builds from developers. Total transaction costs usually fall between 4–6% of the purchase price.
It is strongly recommended. A local Bulgarian lawyer performs due diligence on the title, reviews the preliminary contract, and can represent you at the notary if you cannot attend in person.
Yes. Property management companies in Bulgaria handle rentals, maintenance, utilities, and local tax payments on behalf of non-resident owners. Your agency can provide introductions.
We build a multilingual AI assistant trained on your listings, policies, and Bulgarian real estate law. It handles first contact, FAQ responses, document questions, and viewing scheduling — in English, German, Russian, and other languages — 24 hours a day. Your agents focus on closings. We build it, host it, and manage it monthly.
From €500/month for a managed AI assistant. A free 14-day pilot is available — no setup fee, no commitment. Book a call or email hello@pragma-ai.eu for pricing details.
Who we are
pragma-lab is a 4-person consultancy registered in Bulgaria (NETOPS LTD). No account managers, no ticket queue. Every client deals directly with the engineers who built the system.
Get started
We connect the assistant to your listings and policies, run it live for two weeks at no cost, and show you the difference in inquiry volume and response time. If it works — we continue. If not, you owe us nothing.
Book a 30-min call →Or email hello@pragma-ai.eu