Freedom Score

Belgium to Bulgaria: tax & freedom compared

How does Bulgaria score against Belgium? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€3,426
Per year vs. Belgium+€10,295

Flat tax 10% · EU member · Low cost

Tax

75/100

Residency

100/100

Cost of living

100/100

Living environment

65/100

Mobility

95/100

Ownership

85/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Belgium income of €49,200 gross per year, you keep €41,109 net in Bulgaria: a difference of €10,295 per year compared with Belgium.

  • Tax: on this income Bulgaria lands at an effective rate of about 16%, against 37% in Belgium.
  • Passport and mobility: from Bulgaria you travel visa-free to 171 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Bulgaria scores 100 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Bulgaria a living-environment score of 65 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I save by moving from Belgium to Bulgaria?
On an average Belgium income it differs by roughly €10,295 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat