Bulgaria and the EIB

We co-finance EU-backed projects that drive growth, innovation, and prosperity in Bulgaria. Partnering with local banks, we provide affordable financing to small businesses, enhancing their resilience and competitiveness. We support sustainable agricultural ventures, including a new grain port terminal and a sunflower oil processing plant.

Our financial and advisory services have enabled transformative projects across key sectors such as healthcare, energy, water and the environment, fostering sustainable development nationwide.

At a glance

The EIB provides finance and expertise for sound and sustainable investment projects in Bulgaria.

Last year’s EIB Group activity in Bulgaria by priority

(In € million, last updated at previous year end)

EIB activity in Bulgaria by sector since start of operations

EIB stories in Bulgaria

Individual stories speak far louder than figures and charts. Discover how our work improves the quality of life in Bulgaria and beyond.

5 December 2024

President Calviño completes tour of 27 EU capitals

Over the past 12 months the president of the European Investment Bank Group, Nadia Calviño has travelled across the European Union, from Stockholm to Nicosia, Vilnius to Valletta, Madrid to Zagreb, listening to the views of finance ministers, prime ministers and presidents, engaging with partners, gaining insights into current projects financed by the European Union and giving shape to the EIB Group’s 8 strategic priorities.

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25 June 2024

Bulgaria and the EIB

We have worked in Bulgaria since 1992, financing projects that reduce regional disparities and strengthen economic competitiveness. We helped Sofia to develop an environmentally sustainable transport system that improves the everyday life of its people. We supported Bulgarian businesses suffering from the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bulgaria is one of the largest beneficiaries of the EIB's advisory services. Our advisory support has helped projects across Bulgaria in sectors such as transport, water and the environment.

Infrastructure Urban development SMEs Transport Bulgaria European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Climate and environment Social infrastructure
4 June 2024

What the EU has done for us

With the European Parliament elections around the corner, many will ask what the European Union has done for us since the last election in 2019. Here are some of the highlights

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2 May 2024

EU delivers: New grain port terminal in Bulgaria

Port in Bulgaria undergoes modernisation to cut congestion and CO2 emissions, while moving grain from Ukraine faster

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12 February 2024

A new hospital for Burgas children

For people living in Burgas and the many tourists visiting each year, the lack of good children's healthcare is a major problem. A paediatric hospital became a priority for the city.

Watch this video to find out how EIB Advisors and expert consultants provided Burgas with the necessary technical support to make the construction of this brand new hospital possible.

Health and life sciences Energy efficiency Bulgaria European Union Social infrastructure Social and territorial cohesion Energy
31 January 2024

Rail renaissance in North Macedonia

A rail link to the Bulgaria border boosts North Macedonia’s economy and keeps it on track for EU accession

Infrastructure Railways Transport Western Balkans Bulgaria North Macedonia Enlargement Countries European Union Global development Climate and environment Social infrastructure
2 November 2023

All hands on deck

The ports in Bulgaria and in Portugal are modernising infrastructure to cut congestion and carbon emissions

Climate InvestEU Adaptation Sustainability Bulgaria Portugal European Union Infrastructure Digitalisation and technological innovation Agriculture and bioeconomy Climate and environment
13 June 2023

Seeds of growth

European guarantees help Bulgarian businesses remain competitive and grow, boosting employment and economy

Health and life sciences Bulgaria European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Social infrastructure
2 February 2023

A day in Europe

Buckle up and discover a normal day in Europe through different projects financed by the European Investment Bank. Will you recognise some of them? The journey begins now!

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18 November 2021

Space for everyone

Bulgarian nanosatellite SME EnduroSat’s unique technology helps cut the cost of accessing space-based sensors and equipment for scientists and businesses. Though hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, the company continues to grow with venture debt from the EIB under the Pan-European Guarantee Fund.

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We improve the lives of citizens in the EU and beyond. We support small businesses, while enhancing climate action and innovation. We also focus on energy transition and urban sustainability. We create prosperity for all EU regions, so that they reach their full potential.

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The EIB economic survey of investments in Bulgaria

The EIB, with the help of dozens of academics, practitioners and policymakers, surveyed 12,500 firms and 500 big cities across Europe to find out what is driving or holding back investment.

Discover the latest results