“I Choose Bulgaria” gives chance for new life to those who return from abroad

About 1,170 Bulgarians who have returned from abroad will be able to start a new life in smaller settlements together with their families. They will be supported by the “I Choose Bulgaria” measure, thanks to which nearly 2,000 compatriots have found work in this country.

Component 2 of “I Choose Bulgaria” with a budget of 15 million euros will give people a chance to move to smaller municipalities with under 50,000 inhabitants, to start a job or their own business, BNR reporter Tsvetelina Stoyanova informs. The measure will also support employers who are having difficulty finding employees.

Those who have started work in a small settlement will receive a one-time grant of up to 480 euros for moving their luggage, as well as up to 207 euros per month for up to one year for rent. Funds will also be allocated for travel to work, if it is outside the settlement. Additional incentives are also planned for people who keep their employment in the settlement. Applications for the project will be made on the website of the Employment Agency www.az.government.bg.

Editor: Diana Tsankova