Relocation and Housing 2 July 2026 5 min read 2 sections Primework team

Housing for Foreign Employees – What Matters

Standards, costs, rules for cohabitation, and common mistakes that lead to high turnover in the first quarter.

Clean worker accommodation with two beds and a kitchenette – Primework Group article graphic — Primework Group article graphic on housing for foreign workers in Bulgaria – accommodation standard, equipment, transport to the plant and the real impact of living conditions on retention.

Table of contents

What defines good housing

Realistic commute time to the site and access to transport
Equipped kitchen and laundry – the most common source of conflict
Clear distribution of utility costs before arrival
Contact person speaking a language residents understand

Most common mistakes

Most problems arise when housing is sought after arrival or when employees from different countries are housed together without clear rules. Both are solvable at the planning stage.

This material is for information only and is not legal advice. Bulgarian regulations and the practice of the voivodeship offices may change – contact our team about your specific case.

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Housing for Foreign Employees – What Matters

What defines good housing

Most common mistakes

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