The economic ties between Bulgaria and Canada are strengthening, driven by booming online e-commerce and the Canadian European Free Trade Agreement (CETA). Exciting growth opportunities exist in tourism, agriculture, and technology sectors. While Canada is a major supplier of agricultural products to Bulgaria, Bulgaria exports a diverse range of goods to Canada, including machinery, chemicals, and textiles.
Goods valued over $2,000 CAD (or items that are otherwise restricted) must be formally declared prior to export. Read more about the Canadian Export Reporting System (CERS).
Every shipment imported into Bulgaria must include a detailed commercial invoice for customs clearance. Vague descriptions will cause delays.
Before shipping, verify that your consignee holds any necessary import permits. Additionally, businesses operating in Bulgaria must provide an EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification number). This tracks customs transactions across the European Union to ensure duties and taxes are paid correctly.
The EORI number consists of:
Goods qualifying under the Canadian European Free Trade Agreement origin rules must be accompanied by a certificate of origin to benefit from reduced tariffs. Verify if your shipment requires a certificate of origin.
Always confirm current restrictions with Bulgarian authorities before dispatching goods. Common restricted or prohibited items include:
The fastest transit time to Bulgaria is roughly two business days via express carriers. Economy air can take up to five business days. Traditional Canada Post services generally deliver within one to two weeks, while ocean freight takes one to two months.
Costs depend heavily on the size and weight of your shipment. For example, a Canada Post surface packet under two kilograms averages less than $45. A 10-pound package via courier might cost around $275, depending on your negotiated discounts. Get a comparison shipping rate to Bulgaria from our logistics team.
Effective July 1, 2026, the interim flat rate customs duty of €3 for small parcels shipped to Bulgaria will change. The fee will be multiplied by each distinct product category (based on tariff sub-headings) contained within the package.
Example Calculation:
This policy change makes bulk consolidation and direct zone-jumping much more cost-effective than shipping individual low-value parcels.
Air Freight: Fast and convenient for larger commercial shipments. Our team can provide air freight quotes for shipments over 50 kg.
Sea Freight: The most cost-effective solution for massive commercial orders and shipping containers. Goods typically enter through the Port of Varna or the Port of Burgas.
Canada Post offers volume discounts for e-commerce retailers. Options include:
The major North American carriers provide reliable, trackable service to Bulgaria. Standard options include:
Jet Worldwide has provided trusted international shipping for over 40 years. We offer a unique advantage in Bulgaria through direct access to the DPD Group. DPD is the second-largest international delivery network in Europe, ensuring a seamless, localized delivery experience for your B2B and B2C customers.
All carriers listed in this guide—such as Kuehne + Nagel, Canada Post, FedEx, DHL, UPS, and Jet Worldwide—are highly reliable. However, beware of discount websites claiming massive savings. While they may broker valid labels, they almost always lack the specialized international customs expertise required to resolve cross-border delays.
A key benefit of using Jet Worldwide is our dedicated offline support. You gain access to a logistics expert committed to the successful delivery of your specific shipment.
To truly scale your business in Bulgaria, you need more than just a shipping label. Jet Worldwide provides tailored logistics solutions, including: