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It lets a non-EU person who already holds a qualifying Bulgarian residence permit be joined by close family, typically a spouse and minor children. The family member usually gets a Type D visa on the family ground, then a continuous residence permit.
Family Reunification lets a non-EU person who already holds a qualifying Bulgarian residence permit be joined by close family — typically a spouse and minor children. The sponsor must hold a qualifying permit, and you'll need to document the family relationship through marriage or parentage records.
The usual sequence mirrors Bulgaria's other routes: the family member gets a Type D long-stay visa on the family ground before entry, then applies for a continuous residence permit at the Migration Directorate that tracks the sponsor's status. You'll also need to show adequate accommodation, health insurance and stable resources.
Because the family permit is tied to the sponsor's status, it generally follows the same continuous-residence pattern, building up over time toward longer-term status.
Requirements and the documents needed can change, so confirm the current rules with the Migration Directorate (mvr.bg) before applying. If you want to check that your residence permit qualifies as a sponsor, ACME offers a free initial consultation to help you confirm before your family applies.
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Guidance only, not legal advice. ACME is an independent consultancy, not affiliated with any government. Rules change, confirm details with official sources.