In 2024, Bulgarian employers increased the import of labor from non-EU countries, according to data from the National Employment Agency. A total of 15,560 foreign nationals arrived for short-term employment, which is 35% more than in 2023. Most workers came from Turkiye, followed by Kyrgyzstan.
In 2024, 10,403 foreigners were granted permits under the seasonal employment scheme for up to 90 days. One in four of them came from Kyrgyzstan—2,709 people. 2,151 people came from Uzbekistan and 1,328 came from Nepal. These people mainly work in hotels, restaurants and agriculture.
Fewer people come under the procedure for short-term employment for up to 90 days, but it is preferred by Turkish workers. In 2024, 3,450 people worked in Bulgaria under this scheme, with 3,317 of them coming from Turkiye. However, Turkish workers mainly work in construction.
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On Wednesday, minimum temperatures will range from 8 to 14°C. In Sofia, it will be around 8°C. During the day, cloud cover will increase from west to east, with light rain possible in some western areas before noon. There is a heightened probability of..
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