Sale of property

SALE OF PROPERTY IN BULGARIA – COMPLETE LEGAL ASSISTANCE FOR SELLERS AND BUYERS

1. Professional Legal Support During Property Sale in Bulgaria

Selling or purchasing property in Bulgaria requires precise legal preparation.
Our law office provides full legal representation through all stages of the transaction — from property due diligence to signing the final notary deed and declaring the deal before the municipality.

We represent both foreign and Bulgarian clients, ensuring every sale complies with the law and protects your ownership rights.

2. Legal Services During Property Sale

Our experienced real estate lawyers assist clients with:

• Legal due diligence on ownership, encumbrances, mortgages, and prior entries in the Land Register.

• Verification of the seller’s legal status, including insolvency checks and pending litigation that could affect the property.

• Obtaining required legal documents:

  • Non-encumbrance certificate

  • Tax valuation certificate

  • Certificate of marital status

  • Certificate of identity of addresses (if necessary)

• Drafting and reviewing preliminary contracts, sale-purchase agreements, and notary deeds.

• Representation before notaries, the Registry Agency, and municipal tax offices.

• Preparation of notary notices for cancellation of contracts or return of deposits.

• Representation in court under Art. 19 of the Obligations and Contracts Act to declare a preliminary contract final.

All services are performed promptly and with strict compliance to Bulgarian property law and EU legal standards.

3. Due Diligence and Verification Before the Sale

Before signing any contract, it is essential to verify property ownership and check for encumbrances such as:

• Mortgages

• Court claims or liens

• Ongoing inheritance disputes

• Tax debts

Our law firm conducts a full title search in the Registry Agency – Land Register and, if applicable, the Old Archive records, ensuring the seller has the right to sell and that the buyer acquires clean title.

4. Legal Documents Required for Property Sale

Each sale requires a complete set of properly issued documents.
We prepare and obtain them on your behalf.

(a) Title Deed (Ownership Document)

This is the main legal document proving ownership. It may be one of the following:

• Deed of sale

• Deed of donation

• Deed of exchange

• Deed of transfer for care and maintenance

• Inheritance title deed

• Deed issued by court under Art. 19, para. 3 of the Obligations and Contracts Act (preliminary contract declared final)

If your original deed is lost, our team will obtain a duplicate from the Registry Agency.

(b) Property Tax Assessment Certificate

Issued by the local municipality where the property is located.
This document lists:

• The property’s tax value

• The exact address

• The names of all owners

• Any unpaid obligations

All due taxes must be paid before the sale is registered. Our lawyers assist with verification and payment of all dues to avoid delays.

(c) Certificate of Marital Status

This document confirms whether the seller owned the property as an individual or as part of a marital community.
Issued by the local Civil Registration Office (GRAO) based on the permanent address of the seller.

If the property was acquired during marriage, both spouses must sign the notary deed unless there is a separation of property regime.

5. Legal Representation for Foreign Clients

Foreign clients often face challenges due to language barriers and different legal systems.
We provide full legal representation by power of attorney, allowing clients to sell or buy property without traveling to Bulgaria.

Our services include:

• Communication with notaries and tax offices

• Translation and legalization of foreign documents

• Representation before Bulgarian courts, if necessary

• Post-sale procedures: declaration of sale at municipality, deregistration of property tax, and removal of encumbrances

6. Property Valuation and Market Consultation

We work with licensed property appraisers who provide official valuation reports within a few days.
This is essential for correct taxation and to help you set a realistic market price.

7. Why Choose International Law Office D. Vladimirov & Partners

• Over 15 years of experience in real estate and cross-border property law.

• Offices in Sofia and across Bulgaria, assisting both domestic and foreign clients.

• Fluent communication in English, German, and Russian.

• Transparent fees and written legal representation agreements.

Our goal is to protect your interests, avoid legal risks, and ensure every property sale is valid and secure.

Contact us

More information and tips about where the documents necessary are to be issued, you can see in the next article.

We are available for questions and consultation on the phone + 359 897 90 43 91 or via email office@lawyer-bulgaria.bg, which you could find in the contact form on our website.