How much does company registration cost in 2026?
Registering a company in Bulgaria is not a single price — it is a sum of state fees, notary costs, bank charges and the choice of whether you will use an online tool, a lawyer or do everything yourself. In 2026, electronic filing in the Commercial Register remains the most cost-effective way to register an EOOD or OOD, since the state fee is 50% lower compared to paper filing.
Below you will find a realistic breakdown for EOOD and OOD — the two forms have similar start-up costs since the Commercial Register procedure is essentially the same; the difference lies in the founding documents (Articles of Incorporation vs. Company Agreement) and the price of the services you choose.
State Fees Payable to the Commercial Register
A fee is payable to the Registry Agency for the registration of a new company. With electronic filing the fee is approximately 28 €. With paper filing at the territorial office the fee is higher — approximately 56 €. This is one of the reasons most entrepreneurs go through the portal using a QES (Qualified Electronic Signature).
Notary Costs: Specimen Signature
The manager must present a specimen signature certified by a notary. The cost is typically in the range of about 3–6 € depending on the notary and the city — sometimes small additional fees for copies or certification apply.
Bank: Escrow Account
Before registration the capital is deposited in an escrow account. Banks charge an opening and servicing fee — a common range in practice is about 5–20 € as a one-off or package, depending on the bank and the product. After registration the funds are transferred to the company's current account.
The Firmify Service: Documents and Filing
Firmify automates the preparation of founding documents and applications for the Commercial Register. As of 2026 the typical prices are 39 € for an EOOD and 59 € for an OOD — an OOD requires a Company Agreement and coordination between partners, hence the higher price.
These amounts do not include the state fees, notary and bank package — those are paid directly to the respective institutions. This way you can clearly see which costs are one-off software fees and which are fees to the state and third parties.
What Is Usually Not Included in the "Registration Price"
Many people forget to budget for accounting after registration, the QES fee (if you don't already have a signature) and possibly a name reservation fee through the naming system. These items do not change the statutory fees payable to the Commercial Register but they do affect the total budget for the first month. For a guide on the current norms and hidden line items see Company Registration and Maintenance Costs in Bulgaria.
Comparison With a Lawyer
Full legal support — name check, document package preparation, structural consultation — often costs from about 130 € to 250 € and above, depending on complexity and city. This does not necessarily include state and bank fees. For a standard EOOD/OOD launch many founders strike a balance between an online document generator + QES and, when needed, a targeted consultation with a lawyer.
Comparison With Other Options (Table)
| Option | Approximate Price | What It Includes |
|---|---|---|
| DIY (fees + notary + bank only) | Low base, but more time and error risk | State fees, notary, bank — no text automation |
| Online platform (e.g. Firmify) | 39 € (EOOD) / 59 € (OOD) + state and bank fees | Ready documents, oriented towards electronic filing |
| Lawyer / accounting firm "package" | 130–250+ € + fees | Individual review, signing, often representation as well |
| "Ads" and anonymous intermediaries | Varies widely | Risk of unclear clauses and lack of support — verify what exactly you get |
Tips on How to Save
- File electronically — the state fee for the Commercial Register is about 50% lower than paper filing.
- Prepare the documents in one go — resubmissions and corrections waste time and sometimes incur additional fees.
- Check the name in advance — reserving a company name avoids rejections; a convenient starting point is the name reservation service at D1 — new application.
- Compare bank packages for an escrow account before depositing the capital.
For more details on every budget line item see the guide Company Registration and Maintenance Costs in Bulgaria. Ready to calculate your scenario and get started — begin at register a company with Firmify.
Conclusion: In 2026 the realistic minimum for an EOOD or OOD consists of a state fee (about 28 € online or about 56 € on paper), notary for the specimen (about 3–6 €), bank for the escrow account (about 5–20 €) and optionally Firmify (39 € / 59 €) or a lawyer's fee (130–250+ €). Electronic filing remains the easiest way to avoid paying double to the state.
With Firmify you prepare the documents in minutes and file with the Commercial Register with a clear plan — no unnecessary costs and no weeks wasted on templates and corrections.
Costs by City
State fees are the same everywhere, but bank, notary and rental costs vary. See the specific figures for your city: