IIf  applicant’s diploma for higher education (in case the non-EU applicant uses it  as a proof for their eligibility to pursue their studies at higher education  institutes in the country where the secondary education was obtained) is issued  in a country-party to the Lisbon Recognition Convention, it does not need  legalisation and certification with APOSTILLE stamp. 
It needs a translation to Bulgarian. Translation to Bulgarian should be made abroad or in Bulgaria.

  • If translation is made abroad: Only documents translated by the Diplomatic and Consular representatives of Bulgaria abroad are accepted.
  • If translation is made in Bulgaria: Only documents translated by specialised translation agencies are accepted. The signature of the translator should be notary certified in Bulgaria.

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