We are pleased to announce that the 2026 edition of Global Legal Insights – Employment & Labour Law has been published, featuring an in-depth contribution from Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov covering the Bulgarian legal framework.

DGKV’s Partner Youliana Naoumova and Senior Associate Iliyan Kostov provided the Bulgaria chapter, which offers a comprehensive overview of key developments, legal trends, and practical considerations in employment and labour law. The publication covers a wide range of topics including the impact of Bulgaria’s accession to the eurozone, labour market trends and the increasing reliance on third-country nationals, digitalisation of employment records, workforce restructuring, employee and collective rights, as well as recent legislative and case law developments relevant to employers and HR professionals operating in Bulgaria.

The Global Legal Insights series, published by Global Legal Group, is a leading comparative guide that brings together expert insights from top law firms across the world, providing valuable guidance for legal professionals and multinational employers navigating employment issues in different jurisdictions.

DGKV’s contribution reflects our continued commitment to providing expert legal analysis and keeping our clients and partners informed about the evolving regulatory landscape in Bulgaria.

You can read the full Bulgaria chapter here: https://www.globallegalinsights.com/practice-areas/employment-and-labour-laws-and-regulations/bulgaria/

This article was first published by Global Legal Group (GLG) in Global Legal Insights – Employment & Labour Law 2026.