To buy a coffee truck in Bulgaria, budget the full project and map permits first: expect €25,000–€60,000 total (used truck €15,000–€30,000, build-out €8,000–€20,000). Choose EOOD or ET and register in the Trade Register (1–3 days), then register the mobile food business with the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) with HACCP, water test, and waste-disposal contract. Secure a municipal “movable site” location permit per spot (Sofia/Plovdiv typically 200–600 BGN/month) and fiscalize a certified cash register with the National Revenue Agency. Specify equipment for Bulgarian conditions: 2‑group espresso machine (3–4 kW), 9–12 L boiler, 230 V; 5–7 kVA inverter or silenced generator (<65 dB); 100–150 L fresh/grey tanks; LPG for hot water; insulation and anti-freeze lines for −15°C winters. Target high-footfall sites: metro exits and office parks in Sofia, pedestrian zones in Plovdiv, festival/coastal seasons in Varna and Burgas, winter peaks in Bansko. Source beans from local roasters (e.g., Dabov, Chucky’s); wholesale 20–35 BGN/kg; cups/lids 0.08–0.15 BGN. Card POS fees 1–2%. Insurance: civil liability plus product liability (~300–800 BGN/year). Unit economics: 120–200 cups/day at 3–5 BGN yields 65–75% gross margin; expect 6–12 months to breakeven with stable sites and consistent quality. Factor generator fuel, maintenance, and staff training into recurring costs monthly.
