How to check if a company is registered in Bulgaria
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How do I check if a company is registered in Bulgaria?
To check if a company is registered in Bulgaria, search its name or registration number on Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) (https://portal.registryagency.bg). An "active" status plus a matching legal name confirms the entity is currently registered. All basic verification is free.
Step-by-step
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Open the official Търговски регистър (Commercial Register)
Go to https://portal.registryagency.bg. This is the primary government-operated source.
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Search by name or number
Enter the trading name or the registration number. Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) returns exact and near matches.
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Check status and legal name
A registered company shows an "active"/"registered" status and a legal name that matches the entity you're checking.
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Cross-check the registered address
Compare the registered office address on Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) with the address the company advertises. Mismatches are the fastest signal something is off.
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Download the official extract (optional)
Most registers let you download a formal extract or certificate. Use this for KYC, procurement, or contract files.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check if a company is registered in Bulgaria?
Search the company's name or registration number on Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) at https://portal.registryagency.bg. A matching entry with an "active" or equivalent status confirms the company is currently registered. The check is free and needs no account.
How can I check if a Bulgaria company is still active?
Read the status field on the company's Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) record. "Active"/"registered" means it is currently on the register; "dissolved", "struck off" or "liquidation" means it is not. Also check the most recent filing date — a nominally active entity years behind on filings is a warning sign.
Is a Bulgaria company with a website automatically registered?
No. A website, email domain or invoice letterhead proves nothing. The only authoritative proof is a current entry in Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) with a matching legal name and registration number.
What proves a Bulgaria company is legally registered?
An entry in Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) with an "active" or equivalent status is the definitive proof. The registration number returned by Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) is the authoritative identifier.
What is an OOD/EOOD?
OOD (Дружество с ограничена отговорност) is Bulgaria's limited liability company, equivalent to a GmbH. Minimum capital is BGN 2. EOOD is the single-person variant. These are the most popular business forms.
People also ask about check if a company is registered in Bulgaria
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Is the Bulgaria company register free to search?
Yes. Basic company lookups on the Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.
What is the official Bulgaria business registry?
The Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) is the official public register of companies incorporated in Bulgaria. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://portal.registryagency.bg.
How can I check if a Bulgaria company is legitimate?
Look the company up on the Търговски регистър (Commercial Register). If the entity returns an "active" (or equivalent local status) result, matches the registered address on its invoices, and its listed directors match who is signing your contract, it is a real registered entity. Anything reported as "dissolved", "struck off" or "in liquidation" should be treated with caution.
What information can I get about a Bulgaria company for free?
Free public data from the Търговски регистър (Commercial Register) typically includes: legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, current status, business type, and current directors / officers. Historical filings and certified copies may carry a small fee.
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