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Checked 2026-09-27

🤝 Is there help with energy costs in Bulgaria?

The short answer

Many countries have a social tariff, a discount or an allowance for people on a low income, and free advice on saving energy.

📜 The rules in Bulgaria

Help if money is tight

There is no social electricity tariff, but low-income households can get a heating allowance: €64.39 a month from 1 November 2026 to 31 March 2027. Apply to your local Social Assistance Directorate by 31 October 2026.

Целева помощ за отопление 🔗 asp.government.bg
Official source: asp.government.bg · Checked 2026-09-27

Regulated price

Households supplied by their end supplier (Electrohold, EVN, Energo-Pro, ESP Zlatni Pyasatsi) pay a price made of a KEVR base value plus a supplier component. The state Electricity System Security Fund covers the gap to market prices.

Цени на крайните снабдители за битови клиенти (утвърдени от КЕВР) 🔗 dker.bg
Official source: dker.bg · Checked 2026-09-27

🪜 Step by step

  1. See what existsThe schemes in Bulgaria are listed below, with who qualifies.
  2. Check if it is automaticSome discounts are applied automatically. For others you have to apply.
  3. Get free adviceFree energy or debt advice can help you lower your bills and deal with arrears.
  4. Talk to your supplierAsk about a cheaper tariff or a payment plan, and register as a vulnerable customer if that applies.

📇 Who to contact

Целева помощ за отоплениеDiscount or support scheme for energy costsIf you have a low income or receive benefits🔗 asp.government.bg/bg/deynosti/sotsialno-podpomagane/otpuskane-na-celeva-pomosh-za-otoplenie-za-otoplitelen-sezon-2026-2027-g
Комисия за енергийно и водно регулиране (КЕВР)Supervises energy companies and explains your rightsFor information, and to report a company that breaks the rules📞 (+3592) 988 24 98🔗 www.dker.bg

❓ Questions

Do I have to apply?

It depends on the scheme. The details for Bulgaria are on this page.

Who gets the discount if I rent?

Usually the person named on the energy contract.

Is there help for heating oil or wood?

Some countries have separate heating allowances. Ask the social services of your municipality.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-27

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