Checking and paying public debts to the NRA
Anyone can check whether there are overdue public debts to the NRA – most often taxes, social security contributions and fines – and, if necessary, pay them through the electronic Statement of debts with the possibility of payment. It shows the amount of the debt, the accrued interest and the stage of collection.
Legal interest is charged for debts not paid on time – the basic interest rate of the Bulgarian National Bank plus 10 points. Interest on interest and fines is not due. The amount can be calculated using the NRA interest calculator.
Unpaid debts are collected in accordance with the Tax and Social Security Procedure Code through various methods of enforcement, and if necessary, precautionary measures are also imposed.
Upon request, the NRA issues a certificate of the presence or absence of debts, which shows all unpaid amounts with an expired deadline for voluntary payment.
Before taking enforcement action, the NRA notifies debtors by email, phone, mail or through their employer. Therefore, it is important that the contact details are up-to-date. This way, timely action can be taken and sanctions and garnishments can be avoided.
If the obligation has been paid but has not been reflected, it usually takes technological time (up to 3 days) to process it. If it still does not appear, you should contact the NRA office or submit a written notification with a payment document.