Bulgaria Income Tax Calculator
Bulgaria uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 10%. Flat 10% on personal income, no general allowance. Dividends (5%) and interest (8%) are taxed separately.
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1/5 added2026 tax brackets
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| лв0 – ∞ | 10% |
Take-home pay in Bulgaria at different incomes
Estimated 2026 income tax and net pay for four salary levels, shown in BGN. Salaries are set in US dollars and converted at approximate fixed reference rates (not live exchange rates), so read them as illustrations. Income tax only: social contributions are not deducted.
| Gross salary | In BGN | Income tax | Effective rate | Take-home / year | Take-home / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | лв45,000 | лв4,500 | 10.0% | лв40,500 | лв3,375 |
| $50,000 | лв90,000 | лв9,000 | 10.0% | лв81,000 | лв6,750 |
| $100,000 | лв180,000 | лв18,000 | 10.0% | лв162,000 | лв13,500 |
| $200,000 | лв360,000 | лв36,000 | 10.0% | лв324,000 | лв27,000 |
What counts as taxable income in Bulgaria
This calculator treats your gross annual employment income, in BGN, as taxable income, then subtracts no standard deduction (none is modelled for this country) and applies the 2026 brackets above.
Salary, bonuses and benefits in kind are usually taxable, while the treatment of pensions, investment income, rental income and foreign income varies by country and by residency status. Social security or pension contributions are not included in the estimate.
Method and limits are on the About page. See where Bulgaria ranks in income tax rates by country.
Bulgaria income tax FAQ
What is the income tax rate in Bulgaria for 2026?+
Bulgaria applies a single rate of 10% in our 2026 model.
How much income tax would I pay on $50,000 in Bulgaria?+
On a $50,000 USD-equivalent salary (about лв90,000), our estimate is лв9,000 of income tax, an effective rate of 10.0%, leaving about лв81,000 a year or лв6,750 a month. This is income tax only.
Does this Bulgaria calculator include social security or payroll contributions?+
No. It estimates income tax only. Most countries also charge employees social security, pension or health contributions, which reduce take-home pay further and are not included here.
What is the standard deduction in Bulgaria?+
We model no standard deduction for Bulgaria, so the brackets apply from the first unit of income. Actual allowances and reliefs may reduce your bill.
When is the income tax return due in Bulgaria?+
The typical filing deadline is 31 May. Deadlines can differ by filer type and residency, so confirm with Bulgaria's tax authority.
How accurate is this Bulgaria estimate?+
It applies the 2026 brackets we hold for Bulgaria to your income. It leaves out credits, surcharges, regional taxes and social contributions, so treat it as a planning estimate and confirm with Bulgaria's tax authority before filing.
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