Bulgaria68.45
Overall rating
Open country profileBulgaria vs. Germany: Country Comparison
Germany leads the overall rating with 75.65 points, ahead of Bulgaria with 68.45 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Driving License Cost ($) and Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%).
Bulgaria
Germany75.65
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Bulgaria scores clearly better than Germany on Driving License Cost ($).
Bulgaria scores clearly better than Germany on Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%).
Germany scores clearly better than Bulgaria on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Germany scores clearly better than Bulgaria on Logistics Performance.
Bulgaria scores clearly better than Germany on Electricity Cost.
Germany scores clearly better than Bulgaria on Cinema Density.
Bulgaria scores clearly better than Germany on Dividend Tax Rate (%).
Germany scores clearly better than Bulgaria on Pride Culture.
Categories Compared
Bulgaria
70 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Germany
79 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 67 | 76 | Germany |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 88 | 85 | Bulgaria |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 66 | 65 | Bulgaria |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 76 | 85 | Germany |
| Legal Protection & Property | 54 | 81 | Germany |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 64 | 80 | Germany |
Bulgaria
73 points
❤️ Health
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Germany
85 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 70 | 84 | Germany |
| Environmental Health | 74 | 89 | Germany |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 74 | 81 | Germany |
Bulgaria
71 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Germany
67 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 72 | 43 | Bulgaria |
| Investment & Capital Access | 70 | 80 | Germany |
| Banking & Fintech | 65 | 76 | Germany |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 57 | 67 | Germany |
| Real Estate & Property | 79 | 62 | Bulgaria |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 71 | 52 | Bulgaria |
| Macroeconomics | 79 | 73 | Bulgaria |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 66 | 82 | Germany |
Bulgaria
73 points
🏠 Costs
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Germany
47 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 59 | 26 | Bulgaria |
| Food & Basic Goods | 44 | 27 | Bulgaria |
| Dining & Going Out | 86 | 54 | Bulgaria |
| Mobility Costs | 76 | 51 | Bulgaria |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 91 | 70 | Bulgaria |
| Personal Services | 80 | 52 | Bulgaria |
Bulgaria
64 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Germany
83 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 52 | 90 | Germany |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 55 | 77 | Germany |
| Electricity & Energy | 74 | 81 | Germany |
| Internet & Connectivity | 81 | 84 | Germany |
| Public Transport | 57 | 84 | Germany |
Bulgaria
63 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Germany
74 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 58 | 74 | Germany |
| Climate & Weather | 73 | 60 | Bulgaria |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 71 | 57 | Bulgaria |
| Leisure & Recreation | 67 | 93 | Germany |
| Arts & Entertainment | 55 | 94 | Germany |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 54 | 72 | Germany |
| Family-Friendly | 62 | 77 | Germany |
| Pet-Friendly | 65 | 67 | Germany |
Bulgaria
67 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Germany
82 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 71 | 81 | Germany |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 79 | 83 | Germany |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 58 | 81 | Germany |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 73 | 89 | Germany |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 76 | 85 | Germany |
| Language & Integration | 55 | 73 | Germany |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 48 | 83 | Germany |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 59 | 83 | Germany |
Bulgaria
76 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Germany
85 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 72 | 94 | Germany |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 77 | 94 | Germany |
| Attractions & Activities | 72 | 91 | Germany |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 79 | 75 | Bulgaria |
| Vacation Costs | 78 | 62 | Bulgaria |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 82 | 94 | Germany |
Bulgaria
59 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Germany
84 points
| Topic | Bulgaria | Germany | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 65 | 87 | Germany |
| Education & Knowledge | 75 | 80 | Germany |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 50 | 84 | Germany |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 58 | 89 | Germany |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 41 | 95 | Germany |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 64 | 92 | Germany |
| Religion & Worldviews | 66 | 78 | Germany |
| Demography | 50 | 59 | Germany |