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  1. Shipping Air Freight to Bulgaria
  2. How to Ship International Air Freight to Bulgaria
  3. What is the cost of Shipping Air Cargo to Bulgaria
  4. What are the biggest challenges when Shipping Air Freight to Bulgaria
  5. What are the Most Common Export Items to Bulgaria in 2023?

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Shipping Air Freight to Bulgaria

Experience hassle-free shipping to Bulgaria with our top-notch logistics solutions. We provide cost-effective air freight options to ensure your products reach their destination in a timely manner. Rest assured that your goods are in safe hands as we handle the details with expertise. Focus on growing your business while we take care of the shipping needs!

How to Ship International Air Freight to Bulgaria

Shipixy prioritizes proper packaging and labeling in compliance with Bulgaria's shipping regulations when shipping international air freight to Bulgaria. Our reliable service is based on cost-effectiveness, timely transit times, and our commitment to excellence. We handle all necessary documentation and ensure compliance with Bulgaria's customs regulations. Our advanced tracking tools will help you monitor your shipment's progress. Count on us for a smooth delivery and distribution process in Bulgaria. Trust Shipixy for a hassle-free shipping experience to Bulgaria.

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What is the cost of Shipping Air Cargo to Bulgaria

With a diverse economy and a unique cultural heritage, Bulgaria is a country that is definitely worth exploring. If you're looking to ship air cargo to Bulgaria, Shipixy is here to make the process easy and hassle-free. We understand the importance of timely and cost-effective shipping, and we're committed to providing personalized quotes and exceptional service to make sure your goods arrive at their destination safely and on time. Trust Shipixy to handle your shipping needs to Bulgaria with the utmost care and efficiency.

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What are the biggest challenges when Shipping Air Freight to Bulgaria

Shipping air freight to Bulgaria can come with its fair share of challenges, from navigating the country's complex customs procedures to handling cultural differences and ensuring regulatory compliance. However, Shipixy is here to provide tailored solutions that address these hurdles effectively. Our knowledge of Bulgaria's customs, efficient logistics coordination, cultural understanding and commitment to cost-effective shipping make us the ideal partner for a successful air freight experience to Bulgaria. Trust us to deliver smooth and hassle-free air freight services to Bulgaria.

Challenges when shipping air freight to Bulgaria:

  • Navigating import regulations.
  • Managing complex customs procedures.
  • Handling language and cultural barriers.
  • Coordinating logistics across diverse geography.
  • Ensuring the shipment is compliant with Bulgaria Customs and regulations.

Bulgaria, located in southeastern Europe, can present challenges when shipping air cargo. But at Shipixy, we have the expertise to overcome these obstacles. With our deep knowledge of Bulgarian customs and efficient logistics coordination, we streamline the process and ensure cost-effective and tailored solutions to transport your shipment with ease.

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What are the Most Common Export Items to Bulgaria in 2023?

The most common import items from the USA to Bulgaria include:

  1. Computers, electronic equipment and machinery.
  2. Pharmaceutical products and medicines.
  3. Chemical products, such as plastics and fertilizers.
  4. Optical and medical instruments.
  5. Machinery and mechanical appliances.

These import items from the USA contribute significantly to Bulgaria's economy, meeting domestic demand and driving various industries forward.

Air cargo and logistics in Bulgaria

On the World Bank's Logistics Performance Index (LPI), Bulgaria scored 3.2 out of 5 in 2022, 28th of 39 in Europe on our list, tied with Cyprus, Hungary and Romania. The average for Europe on our list is 3.46.

Its container ports handled 296,350 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) in 2024.

The average tariff Bulgaria applied to imports, weighted by trade, was 1.33% in 2022, against 1.45% on average across the 37 countries in Europe on our list with data.

Bulgaria scored above the Europe average on zero of the six components, highest in timeliness of shipments (3.5) and lowest in ease of arranging international shipments (3).

Logistics Performance Index scores for Bulgaria, 2022 (1 to 5)
ComponentBulgariaAverage, Europe
Customs and border clearance3.13.26
Trade and transport infrastructure3.13.40
Ease of arranging international shipments33.32
Logistics services3.33.52
Tracking and tracing3.33.55
Timeliness of shipments3.53.67

What the United States ships to Bulgaria

U.S. goods exports to Bulgaria totaled $1.1 billion in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, up 130.5% on 2024.

By U.S. goods exports, Bulgaria ranks 25th of 42 in Europe on our list, between Luxembourg ($1.4 billion) and Slovakia ($1 billion).

The largest increases from 2024 to 2025 were in chemicals-fertilizers (up $46.5 million), tanks, artillery, missiles, rockets, guns and ammunition (up $16.3 million) and parts for military-type goods (up $10 million).

U.S. exports to Bulgaria by month, 2025
$0$100M$200MJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

In 2025, monthly U.S. exports to Bulgaria peaked in September at $193.2 million and were lowest in February at $26 million. July to December accounted for 66.2% of the year's exports. The fourth quarter (October to December) was the busiest, with $429 million.

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U.S. exports to Bulgaria by month, 2025
MonthU.S. exportsShare of the year
January 2025$26.85 million2.4%
February 2025$25.96 million2.3%
March 2025$121.1 million10.9%
April 2025$46.71 million4.2%
May 2025$50.64 million4.6%
June 2025$105.1 million9.5%
July 2025$46.78 million4.2%
August 2025$67.05 million6%
September 2025$193.2 million17.4%
October 2025$181.6 million16.3%
November 2025$70.17 million6.3%
December 2025$177.3 million15.9%
U.S. goods trade with Bulgaria, 2016 to 2025
$0$1B$2B2016201720182019202020212022202320242025

From 2016 to 2025, U.S. exports to Bulgaria rose from $269 million to $1.1 billion, and U.S. imports went from $603.7 million to $1.5 billion. The biggest one-year rise in exports came in 2025, up $629.9 million (130.5%). The 10-year average was $483.4 million a year.

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U.S. exports to and imports from Bulgaria by year
YearU.S. exportsChangeU.S. imports
2025$1.112 billion+130.5%$1.472 billion
2024$482.5 million-5.7%$1.487 billion
2023$511.4 million-3.7%$1.569 billion
2022$531.1 million+56.6%$1.509 billion
2021$339 million-9.6%$1.152 billion
2020$375.1 million-18.9%$847.1 million
2019$462.5 million+25%$909.7 million
2018$370.1 million-3%$983.9 million
2017$381.4 million+41.8%$658.8 million
2016$269 millionn/a$603.7 million

Military aircraft, complete, natural gas liquids and civilian aircraft, engines, equipment, and parts were the three largest, at 62.6% of the total. Seven of the 20 categories shrank from 2024, led by civilian aircraft, engines, equipment, and parts.

U.S. exports to Bulgaria by end-use category, 2025
Category2025Share2024Change
Military aircraft, complete$569.4 million51.2%n/an/a
Natural gas liquids$75.32 million6.8%n/an/a
Civilian aircraft, engines, equipment, and parts$51.47 million4.6%$93.98 million-45.2%
Chemicals-fertilizers$46.62 million4.2%$142,008+32726.7%
Telecommunications equipment$24.05 million2.2%$20.52 million+17.2%
Electric apparatus$23.06 million2.1%$17.76 million+29.8%
Passenger cars, new and used$18.42 million1.7%$16.11 million+14.3%
Tanks, artillery, missiles, rockets, guns and ammunition$17.76 million1.6%$1.444 million+1129.7%
Medicinal Equipment$15.84 million1.4%$14.88 million+6.4%
Minimum value shipments$15.74 million1.4%$13.72 million+14.8%
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Category2025Share2024Change
Parts for military-type goods$15.02 million1.4%$5.074 million+196.1%
Pharmaceutical preparations$13.7 million1.2%$13.7 million+0%
Agricultural machinery, equipment$13.46 million1.2%$24.34 million-44.7%
Toiletries and cosmetics$13.1 million1.2%$13.7 million-4.4%
Generators, accessories$12.32 million1.1%$8.057 million+53%
Industrial machines, other$12.16 million1.1%$24.32 million-50%
Nuts$11.27 million1%$11.33 million-0.5%
Petroleum products, other$10.55 million0.9%$23.94 million-55.9%
Measuring, testing, control instruments$8.769 million0.8%$14.14 million-38%
Laboratory testing instruments$8.534 million0.8%$6.798 million+25.5%

The United States imported $1.5 billion of goods from Bulgaria in 2025, led by finished metal shapes, electric apparatus and pharmaceutical preparations (21.5% together). Imports of finished metal shapes were up 10.2% on 2024.

Top U.S. imports from Bulgaria, 2025
Category2025Share2024Change
Finished metal shapes$136.1 million9.2%$123.5 million+10.2%
Electric apparatus$95.56 million6.5%$79.62 million+20%
Pharmaceutical preparations$85.38 million5.8%$73.2 million+16.6%
Numismatic coins$83.61 million5.7%$54.24 million+54.2%
Medicinal equipment$65.55 million4.5%$83.81 million-21.8%
Nuts$56.97 million3.9%$42.51 million+34%
Industrial engines$53.87 million3.7%$42.23 million+27.6%
Industrial machines, other$50.42 million3.4%$56.94 million-11.5%
Telecommunications equipment$47.48 million3.2%$25.79 million+84.1%
Tobacco, waxes, etc.$46.43 million3.2%$63.03 million-26.3%
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Category2025Share2024Change
Other parts and accessories of vehicles$46.29 million3.1%$36.45 million+27%
Measuring, testing, control instruments$46.05 million3.1%$42.04 million+9.5%
Iron and steel mill products$44.16 million3%$66.24 million-33.3%
Cell phones and other household goods, n.e.c.$43.42 million2.9%$40.25 million+7.9%
Copper$38.01 million2.6%$111,004+34143.8%
Toys, games, and sporting goods$36.86 million2.5%$41.97 million-12.2%
Minimum value shipments$33.06 million2.2%$27.38 million+20.7%
Apparel, textiles, nonwool or cotton$32.9 million2.2%$35.77 million-8%
Industrial supplies, other$32.73 million2.2%$34.94 million-6.3%
Apparel, household goods - cotton$23.32 million1.6%$21.54 million+8.3%
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