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Safety & Policing

Bulgarian Police Announce New Speed Camera Locations Across E85 Corridor

Twelve new average-speed cameras go live next month on the main route between Shumen and Varna. If you drive that road, you need to know where they are and what the fines look like.

Adrian Dane 16 April 2026 4 min read

At a Glance

  • 12 new average-speed cameras on the E85 between Shumen and Varna
  • Fines start at 50 leva for 10km/h over the limit
  • Foreign-registered vehicles are not exempt
  • Cameras go live 15 May 2026
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Money & Scams

Vivacom Phone Scam Targets English Speakers in Shumen Region

A convincing Bulgarian-language voicemail is catching out expats who pick up and press 1. Here is what happens next and how to avoid it.

Adrian Dane 15 April 2026 3 min read
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Residency

New Digital Residency Portal Opens for EU Citizens in Bulgaria

The migration directorate has launched an online booking system. It works, mostly, and it is faster than queueing at 6am. Here is a walkthrough.

Adrian Dane 14 April 2026 5 min read
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Healthcare

Shumen Hospital Adds English-Language Reception Desk

The regional hospital now has a dedicated English-speaking intake point. It covers A&E arrivals only, but it is a genuine step forward.

Adrian Dane 13 April 2026 3 min read
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Driving & Fines

E-Vignette System Update Causes Payment Failures for UK Cards

Several readers have reported failed purchases on the official e-vignette site when using British bank cards. There is a workaround.

Adrian Dane 12 April 2026 4 min read
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Utilities

Energo-Pro Announces Summer Tariff Changes for Shumen District

Electricity prices shift from 1 June. Day rates drop slightly but night rates increase. Here is the maths for a typical expat household.

Adrian Dane 11 April 2026 3 min read
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Property

Bulgarian Notary Rules Change for Foreign Property Buyers

New documentation requirements apply from July. If you are buying, selling, or transferring property, the paperwork just got heavier.

Adrian Dane 10 April 2026 5 min read
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