Sofia
Bulgarian
6.68 million
GMT+3
66,000+
Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
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$5.28 billion
$400+ million
Sofia
Bulgarian
6.68 million
GMT+3
66,000+
Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
$5.28 billion
$400+ million
Bulgaria, situated in Southeast Europe, is carving a niche for itself in the global IT arena, with an education system that sees approximately 6,000 engineering graduates entering the workforce annually, ready to contribute to technological progress.
Sofia, the capital, is the heart of Bulgaria's tech boom. The city is alive with innovation, hosting an array of tech gatherings, startup accelerators, and R&D activities, drawing in a pool of professionals excelling in various technological domains, from software design to IT solutions.
The Bulgarian IT sector is on a robust ascent, with a projected CAGR of 8.66% between 2023 and 2028, showcasing the country's burgeoning role as a formidable IT service provider internationally.
Bulgaria's strategic geographical placement, competitive operational costs, and culture of innovation are quickly rendering it a preferred destination for businesses in search of superior software development services. The country's commitment to technological advancement, combined with a skilled professional cadre and a dynamic IT market, solidifies Bulgaria's position as an attractive spot for technology investments and partnerships.
ALLSTARSIT takes care of everything for you – we have a 360° approach with a full recruitment cycle
Payroll Cycle
In Bulgaria, the standard payroll cycle typically occurs on a monthly basis, with payments being issued on the final working day of the month.
Employer Taxes
19.32% – 20.72%
Overtime Pay
Overtime compensation in excess of the standard 40-hour workweek is governed by employment contracts or collective agreements. Generally, overtime is subject to maximum limits, which include 3 hours per day (spread across two consecutive days), 6 hours per week, 30 hours per month, and 150 hours per year.
Overtime hours are remunerated at a rate of 150% of the standard hourly wage for regular workdays, 175% for weekend overtime, and 200% for overtime worked on public holidays.
Paid Leave
In Bulgaria, the employment contract stipulates a minimum of 20 days of paid leave per year, which becomes applicable after completing four months of employment.
Sick Leave
During sickness, the initial three days are compensated by the employer at a rate of 70% of the standard salary. Starting from the fourth day of illness, the responsibility for payment shifts to The National Social Security Fund, covering 80% of the regular salary rate or 90% for work-related sick leave or injury, provided the employee has completed a minimum of six months of service or Social Security contributions. All employees have the right to request up to 18 months of paid sick leave.
Employees are required to furnish a medical certificate within 48 hours of the onset of sickness.
Public and Provincial Holidays
Notice Period
In Bulgaria, the legally mandated minimum notice period is 30 days, but it is customary for it to be extended to 90 days in practice.
13th Month Bonus
The law does not include any provisions regarding the payment of 13th salaries.
Setting up a separate business entity in every location where you plan to hire employees or a team is time-consuming and incurs high legal fees.
At the same time, navigating local labor laws and adhering to employee expectations can be a complex and challenging task, as is finding accurate and up-to-date employment information for all your potential hiring locations. Not to mention that tracking invoices and managing employee contracts through email and spreadsheets is messy and error-prone.
Compliance is critical in this context, and we must ensure that we follow local guidelines, particularly regarding taxes and legalities.
ALLSTARSIT streamlines the process by offering an integrated solution for finding and hiring employees, managing HR and payroll, and automating compliance across 20+ countries. All simple and hassle-free.
Choose the right expert professionals required for your specific project, saving time and wasted effort.
This service enables software development companies worldwide to meet any technical needs outside their core skill set by adding specialized staff on demand while retaining control of the project's specifications and scope.
Establish R&D / Tech Support / QA & Testing / DevOps / Data Entry Centers in your chosen location.
Forget about investing in facilities, equipment, technology, or human resources. We manage all necessary operations as your specialist. This can help you save money and resources, all while reducing frustration and simplifying internal processes.
Use ALLSTARSIT as your EOR / CM to easily hire employees in new countries without setting up a legal entity.
We act as the employer for your new hire, handling all HR, payroll, tax, and compliance requirements on your behalf, while you maintain control of their workload.
Tap into a wide talent pool of top-tier engineers from our database. We will find the right fit for your business and help you reduce your hiring timeline.
Headhunting
Signing bonuses
Vacancy promotion
Free replacement
Preliminary interviews
HR interviews
Attract, hire, and retain top talent, building a motivated workforce that drives your business forward.
Non-employee-employer liability
Managing tech equipment
Retention and risk analysis
Performance reviews
Compensation revision & expense returns
1:1 meetings (180-degree)
Monthly reports
Performance reviews & periodic surveys
Ongoing client and expert support
Expand your business globally and hire employees or contractors quickly and efficiently by partnering with ALLSTARSIT, who can act as your EOR/CM and handle the administrative and legal aspects of their employment while you control their workload.
Improve your employees' well-being and job satisfaction by offering them a range of corporate benefits through ALLSTARSIT, including wellness consultant sessions, music lessons, workations, gym compensation, and employee recognition programs.
Keep track of your team's progress and satisfaction with ALLSTARSIT's monthly reports and periodic surveys, allowing you to identify any issues and make necessary adjustments to retain top talent.
Enhance your employees' working experience by offering them the possibility of working from an office or securing a seat in a premium co-working space shared area through ALLSTARSIT.
Simplify your HR operations and ensure your employees receive timely and accurate paychecks with ALLSTARSIT's comprehensive payroll solution.
Increase your employees' satisfaction and productivity by providing them with the peace of mind that comes with having access to a reliable and comprehensive health insurance package made possible by ALLSTARSIT.
Invest in your employees' professional development by implementing a comprehensive L&D program that includes access to online education platforms, language classes, and technical meetups, courtesy of ALLSTARSIT.
Build a Customer Care or a Customer Support team to ensure that your business excels in providing exceptional assistance to your customers.
Whether you need a team of professionals that can handle relationship building and product knowledge or a group of Tier 1/2/3 engineers that can help with troubleshooting and other technical issues, ALLSTARSIT can help you find, hire and manage them.
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