๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฌ Free Bulgarian Course

Speak Bulgarian
in 60 Days

One lesson a day, one hour at a time. From the Cyrillic alphabet to CEFR B1 โ€” fully free, no account needed, no ads.

60
daily lessons
60 min
per lesson
A1โ†’B1
CEFR range
Free
no account
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A1 โ€” Beginner
Foundations
Read Cyrillic, greet people, count, introduce yourself, form basic sentences.
๐Ÿ“… Days 1โ€“15
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A2 โ€” Intermediate
Everyday Life
Eat out, shop, travel, talk about work and family, handle daily situations.
๐Ÿ“… Days 16โ€“35
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B1 โ€” Upper-Intermediate
Independence
Express opinions, handle most situations, read authentic Bulgarian texts.
๐Ÿ“… Days 36โ€“60

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Full Curriculum

60 Days, One Lesson at a Time

Every lesson is a standalone HTML page โ€” no login, no app. Just click a day and learn.


Certification Paths

Turn Your Learning Into a Qualification

This course prepares you for three recognised Bulgarian language certifications.

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STBFL
Sofia University (St. Kliment Ohridski)

The Standard Test of Bulgarian as a Foreign Language. The most rigorous Bulgarian certification, accepted for university admission and long-term residency applications.

Levels:A2, B1, B2, C1, C2
Format:Written (3 hrs) + oral (~20 mins via video call)
Pass mark:~50% (varies by level)
Cost:approx. ยฃ220โ€“ยฃ265 per level
This course prepares you for:A2 (Day 15 checkpoint) and B1 (Day 60 mock)
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ECL Bulgarian
European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment

The European Certificate of Language Attainment. Communicative focus. Available in Bulgarian at A2โ€“C1. Widely recognised across EU member states.

Levels:A2โ€“C1
Format:Purely communicative โ€” speaking and writing tasks
Pass mark:60%
Cost:varies by test centre
This course prepares you for:A2 and B1 levels
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Citizenship Exam
Bulgarian Government (DANS/MVIP)

The Bulgarian language test required for naturalisation. Approximately A2 level. 20 multiple-choice questions in 1 hour. 60% pass mark.

Format:20 MCQ questions, 1 hour
Pass mark:60% (12/20 questions)
Level:Approximately A2
Booking:Via Bulgarian authorities
This course prepares you for:Day 35 A2 Checkpoint includes citizenship exam simulation

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FAQ

Common Questions

Is this Bulgarian course really free?
Yes, completely free. All 60 daily lessons, audio playback, quizzes and mock exams are available at no cost, with no account required.
How long does each lesson take?
Each day is designed for around 60 minutes of focused study โ€” reading, listening to audio, a short writing task and an auto-marked quiz. You can go faster or slower as you need.
What level will I reach after 60 days?
The course takes you from absolute beginner (A1) through intermediate (A2) to upper-intermediate (B1) on the CEFR scale. Days 15, 35 and 60 are checkpoint lessons with full mock tests.
What Bulgarian qualifications can I take after this course?
The course prepares you for the STBFL exam at Sofia University (A2 or B1 level), the ECL Bulgarian exam, and the Bulgarian citizenship language test which is approximately A2 level.
Do I need any previous knowledge of Bulgarian?
No. Day 1 starts with the Cyrillic alphabet from scratch. You need no prior knowledge of Bulgarian or any Slavic language.
Does the audio work on mobile?
Yes. The audio uses your device's built-in text-to-speech for Bulgarian. On Android, install the Google Text-to-Speech engine and enable Bulgarian. On iPhone, go to Settings > Accessibility > Spoken Content and add Bulgarian. A fallback built-in voice is included if no system voice is available.
Can I track my progress?
Yes. Each day has a quiz with a 'Mark Complete' button. Your progress is saved in your browser's local storage โ€” no account needed. The homepage shows how many of the 60 days you have completed.