Moving to Bulgaria from Lithuania
What to Expect
Considering a move from Lithuania to Bulgaria? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Lithuania to Bulgaria, you would find that Bulgaria is 26.3% cheaper than Lithuania overall. A €64,304 salary in Lithuania would need to be roughly BGN96,910 in Bulgaria to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Bulgarian.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Lithuania and Bulgaria.
What does your salary buy?
€64,304 → BGN96,910
To maintain the same standard of living in Bulgaria
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 25.3% less
Groceries
pay 2.7% more
Transportation
pay 23.7% less
Housing
pay 35.0% less
Childcare
pay 30.6% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 37.6% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Lithuania to Bulgaria.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Bulgaria compared to Lithuania.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
of residents who feel safe walking alone at night
per 100,000 people per year
Bulgaria generally does better on safety, though Lithuania leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Lithuania generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Bulgaria leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Lithuania performs better than Bulgaria across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
Bulgaria generally does better on infrastructure, though Lithuania leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Bulgaria generally does better on employment & economy, though Lithuania leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
percentage of adults who can read and write
Lithuania performs better than Bulgaria across all family life metrics.
Data: State Tax Inspectorate, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Vilnius | Sofia |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 33°/22°F (0°/-5°C) | 42°/28°F (6°/-2°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 63°/44°F (17°/7°C) | 68°/48°F (20°/9°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 69°/52°F (21°/11°C) | 77°/55°F (25°/13°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 40°/31°F (4°/-1°C) | 50°/34°F (10°/1°C) |
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| Month | Vilnius | Sofia |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29°/20°F (-1.6°/-6.4°C) | 36°/23°F (2.2°/-4.9°C) |
| Feb | 30°/20°F (-0.9°/-6.5°C) | 41°/27°F (4.9°/-2.9°C) |
| Mar | 39°/26°F (4.0°/-3.1°C) | 50°/33°F (9.8°/0.3°C) |
| Apr | 54°/36°F (12.2°/2.3°C) | 60°/41°F (15.7°/4.8°C) |
| May | 65°/46°F (18.4°/7.6°C) | 69°/48°F (20.3°/9.0°C) |
| Jun | 70°/51°F (21.0°/10.8°C) | 74°/54°F (23.5°/12.1°C) |
| Jul | 74°/56°F (23.3°/13.1°C) | 79°/57°F (25.9°/13.8°C) |
| Aug | 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.3°C) | 79°/56°F (26.0°/13.4°C) |
| Sep | 62°/47°F (16.8°/8.1°C) | 73°/51°F (22.6°/10.4°C) |
| Oct | 51°/39°F (10.4°/3.8°C) | 62°/42°F (16.6°/5.7°C) |
| Nov | 38°/31°F (3.5°/-0.8°C) | 49°/34°F (9.6°/1.2°C) |
| Dec | 31°/23°F (-0.6°/-5.0°C) | 39°/27°F (4.1°/-2.7°C) |
Data:
Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service,
National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Lithuania and Bulgaria. To live, work, or study long-term in Bulgaria, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Bulgaria's immigration authority.
Lithuania passport holder visiting Bulgaria
Visa Free
Bulgaria passport holder visiting Lithuania
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Bulgaria than Lithuania?
On average Bulgaria is about 23% less expensive than Lithuania, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Bulgaria?
Budget about BGN24,228 for 3 months in Bulgaria (based on a €64,304 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Bulgaria?
Connectivity is usually fine (Bulgaria: 35.2 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Bulgaria offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Bulgaria safe for expats?
Bulgaria generally does better on safety, though Lithuania leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Bulgaria is 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.4 in Lithuania. About 86% of people in Bulgaria feel safe walking alone at night.
How is healthcare in Bulgaria compared to Lithuania?
Lithuania generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Bulgaria leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 49.0 doctors per 10,000 people in Bulgaria, compared to 51.3 in Lithuania. Bulgaria scores 73 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Lithuania: 75).
What's the weather like in Bulgaria compared to Lithuania?
The average high temperature in Sofia is 59°F, compared to 51°F in Vilnius. Sofia receives around 22.5 in of rainfall per year, while Vilnius gets 27.0 in.
What language do they speak in Bulgaria?
The official language in Bulgaria is Bulgarian. In Lithuania, the official language is Lithuanian.
