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Checked 2026-09-27

🏛️ Is there a regulated or capped energy price in Bulgaria?

The short answer

In some countries the state or the regulator sets or caps the price households pay. In others, prices are free and you compare offers.

📜 The rules in Bulgaria

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

The market

Most households still buy electricity from their regional end supplier at KEVR-approved prices; full market opening for households has been postponed. You may still switch to a licensed trader on the free market at any time. Gas customers may also choose their supplier.

Official source: me.government.bg · Checked 2026-09-27

🪜 Step by step

  1. See what appliesThe situation in Bulgaria is described below.
  2. Compare with offersEven where a regulated price exists, market offers can be cheaper or dearer. Compare before you decide.
  3. Watch for changesRegulated prices are usually reviewed at fixed moments. Check the official source.
  4. Ask the regulatorFor questions about how the price is set, contact the regulator.

📇 Who to contact

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
Платформа за смяна на доставчик на електрическа енергия на КЕВР officialCompare electricity and gas offersBefore you switch, or when your price goes up🔗 platforma.dker.bg

❓ Questions

Who sets the price?

See the explanation for Bulgaria on this page.

Can I go back to the regulated price?

That depends on national rules. Check the official source on this page.

Why is my bill higher than the cap?

A cap may apply to the unit price or a typical bill, not your total. Taxes and your use also count.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-27

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