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Send a Parcel To Bulgaria Fast - DHL Courier Delivery
- Send a parcel to Bulgaria from £25.95 in 1 working day
- Send letters, documents & parcels up to 25kg when dropping off, and up to 100kg when booking a courier collection
- Real-time tracked & door-to-door delivery
- Book a courier collection online or by calling DHL Customer Service - you’ll need to print parcel labels and customs documents; weigh and measure your own packaging
- Pre 09:00, pre 12:00, and insurance services are available when booking a collection online or by phone
- Drop off at over 1,400 locations across the UK
- No need to weigh, measure or print when dropping off your parcel and prices are determined by the size of the free box or envelope you choose and the zone that you’re sending it to
Situated in Southeast Europe, Bulgaria stands out for its varied landscapes, historical richness, and a distinctive fusion of Eastern and Western cultural influences. It attracts visitors with its notable archaeological treasures, stunning Black Sea beaches, and delicious culinary offerings. Choosing a reliable courier service with fast, convenient, and secure delivery is essential for sending parcels to Bulgaria.
Sending a parcel to Bulgaria is simple with DHL Express’s fast and reliable delivery network. As one of the world’s leading courier services, with reach in over 220 countries and territories worldwide, you can trust DHL Express to deliver your package to all parts of Bulgaria safely and promptly - from its vibrant capital Sofia to smaller towns and cities like Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas, and Ruse. Our promise is steadfast - fast, reliable and secure delivery anywhere in Bulgaria.
With DHL Express, sending a parcel to Bulgaria can take as little as 1 working day. We offer a door-to-door delivery service ensuring that parcels are signed for upon arrival. You can also track your parcel’s journey for free online or via WhatsApp chat (WhatsApp calls are not supported), all without needing a DHL account.
How do I send a parcel to Bulgaria?
Choose from three delivery options. If you would like to book a parcel collection, this can be done through our online DHLitNow service or by speaking to Customer Service. Alternatively, if you would prefer to drop off your parcel, you can use a DHL Service Point location. Simply complete your parcel details online, then pack your items into our free packaging provided and pay to send your parcel when in store.
- 1 January, Wednesday - New Year's Day
- 3 March, Monday - Liberation Day
- 18 April, Friday - Orthodox Good Friday
- 19 April, Saturday - Orthodox Easter Saturday
- 20 April, Sunday - Orthodox Easter Sunday
- 21 April, Monday - Orthodox Easter Monday
- 1 May, Thursday - Labour Day
- 6 May, Tuesday - Saint George's Day / Army Day
- 24 May, Saturday - Culture and Literacy Day
- 26 May, Monday - Culture and Literacy Day Holiday
- 6 September, Saturday - Unification Day
- 8 September, Monday - Unification Day Holiday
- 22 September, Monday - Independence Day
- 1 November, Saturday - Day of the Bulgarian Enlighteners**
- 24 December, Wednesday - Christmas Eve
- 25 December, Thursday - Christmas Day
- 26 December, Friday - 2nd Day of Christmas
* Public holidays in Bulgaria may affect our estimated transit times.
**Day of the Bulgarian Enlighteners is a holiday for all educational institutions only.

Large and Heavy
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- Bulgaria’s capital, Sofia, is Europe's second oldest city, dating back 7000 years.
- The founder of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg’s grandfather Marko is Bulgarian.
- Rose oil, used in perfumes, is produced from roses grown in the Rose Valley.
- Bulgaria has a population of about 7 million people. The country's largest ethnic group is the Bulgarians, followed by Turks and Roma.
- Bulgarians express approval by shaking their heads instead of nodding them. A deeply ingrained cultural quirk rooted in the silent rebellion during the Ottoman Empire’s occupation, where it served as a covert way to maintain beliefs or confuse enemies.
- Bulgaria boasts a rich cultural heritage, blending Thracian, Slavic, and Ottoman influences, celebrated through traditional folk dances, music, and the customary Martenitsa bracelets for good health worn in March. The ancient practice of fire dancing continues in some Bulgarian villages.
- The official language is Bulgarian, written in the Cyrillic alphabet (English is written in the Latin alphabet). Interestingly, Bulgaria is the only EU country that uses Cyrillic as its official script.
- Yoghurt in Bulgaria is one of the best in the world. – Bulgarians call theirs “sour milk” and it features a special bacteria.
- The national drink of Bulgaria is called rakia, it is made with fermented grapes, pears or apricots and is traditionally enjoyed with salad.


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