How to get a Bulgarian drivers license based on your non-EU license
If you have a valid non-EU drivers license you are allowed to obtain a Bulgarian license without the obligation to take the full driving course, but you have to pass the exams (theoretical and practical).
For people in your situation we've created an exam preparation bundle.
What is included in the exam preparation bundle:
Theoretical training:
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Interactive classes in our training center (lectures, discussions, videos) - face-to-face and online;
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Each student receives an online English textbook;
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Free unlimited mock exams;
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State theoretical exam:
The format of the exam is an electronic test of 45 questions to be solved within 40 minutes. It is graded with a point system.The minimum passing score is 87 points and the maximum - 97 points.
Practical training:
- Exam preparation driving hours determined as per your drivers' experience (50 minutes each);
- Flexibility when scheduling the driving lessons - they are tailored to each student's availability;
- You will receive feedback and a video recording (upon request) after each driving session in order to better absorb and understand the learning material;
- Our instructors are available for consultation at any stage of the training.
- State practical exam:
The exam lasts from 25 to 35 minutes and is conducted by a representative of the Executive Agency "Automobile Administration".
Documents, required for enrollment:
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ID card or residence permit (you must have at least 6 months of residence in Bulgaria, considered from the date of issue of the residence permit).
- Medical certificate for assesment of the physical condition for a driver of category B vehicle (issued by your general physician (GP) or any medical center offering the relevant service). If you don't know how to get the medical certificate we can help - please check the FAQ section at the bottom of the page.
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Important:
In Bulgaria there is a minimal educational requirement (at least 10th grade of high school) in order to be allowed to have a drivers license. The proof of education is being issued either based on your high school diploma (at RUO Sofia) or based on your university degree (at NACID). The proof of education is not required when signing for the driving course, but you'd need it when you go to the Traffic police office to apply for your drivers license.
We've created video guides about the process of getting a proof of education needed for a Bulgarian drivers license:
1. Proof of education based on a university degree
2. Proof of education based on a high school diplomaIn case you need more information feel free to call us and we will assist you.
PRICES:
Important: The bundles are designed for people who already feel comfortable driving in Sofia. If you’re new to driving or need more practice, we recommend taking additional driving hours or full driving course instead.
Plans Comfort and Max can only be purchased once and cannot be combined with each other. The exam fees are not included in the price of the plans.
Exam fees:
State theory exam: 100 lv / 51 €
State driving exam: 100 lv / 51 €
Price for additional driving hour:
60 lv (30 €) / driving hour
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
We offer the option to pay for your course in 2 equal parts. The first upon enrollment, and the second upon completion of the theoretical training. Exam fees must be paid together with the course fees.
We will start planning our driving classes and practical exam immediately upon completion of your theory exam.
We will prepare flexible individual schedule, tailored to your availability and the workload of our instructors.
The course usually takes between one month and month and a half.
- Each student has the right to take the state theoretical exam no more than 4 times within six months from the completion of the theoretical training. In case of failure to take or failure to pass the exam within 4 attempts within the specified period, the student may take a new state theoretical exam only after completing a new theoretical training.
- Each student has the right to take the state practical exam no more than 4 times within six months from the successful passing of the theoretical exam or from the completion of the practical training. In case of failure to take or failure to pass the exam within 4 attempts within the specified period, the student may take a new state practical exam only after completing a new practical training.
Plane exam COMFORT and exam MAX can be purchased only once. In case a student has purchased a plan different than the Base plan, he/she is not allowed to purchase a COMFORT or MAX plan again. After purchasing a plan different than the Base plan - if you wish to purchase additional driving hours (on top of those included in your plan) - the driving hours are paid at the standard rate per driving hour.
In case of unsuccessful driving exam, the Base plan cannot be upgraded to COMFORT or MAX.
Go to Medical Center Orion here.
Every even date (for example 2nd, 4th, 6th etc.) from 12:00 till 13:00. Ask for doctor Nikov and tell him that you are there for medical certificate for drivers license of category B.