BrainLearn Bulgarian. Feel at home.
Living in Sofia, or planning to? We teach Bulgarian to expats and internationals, online or in person, from your very first «Здравей» to confident conversations.
✓ Lessons explained in English ✓ Online & in-person ✓ Flexible schedule
Survival Bulgarian
Shops, taxis, neighbours, paperwork: everyday Sofia, decoded
Residence & citizenship prep
Structured A1-A2 courses aligned with the official language requirements
100% online option
Live lessons with a real teacher, from anywhere in the world
Three ways to learn Bulgarian with us
Survival Bulgarian
A practical short course for everyday life: the alphabet, greetings, shopping, ordering, directions, small talk with neighbours. Made for busy expats who want quick, usable results.
General Bulgarian
The full path from beginner to independent speaker, following the European framework (CEFR). Grammar explained in English, speaking practiced in Bulgarian from day one.
Residence & Citizenship Prep
Targeted preparation for the Bulgarian language requirements for permanent residence and citizenship, focused on exactly what the exam expects.
Also available: Bulgarian school support for expat kids, helping children of international families settle into Bulgarian schools. Ask us about it →
From zero to «Говоря български» in three steps
Take the placement test
A free 6-minute online test in English that estimates your current level. "Absolute zero" is a perfectly fine place to start.
Meet your teacher
A free meeting, online or at our centre in Lyulin, Sofia. We confirm your level, discuss your goals and recommend a course.
Start learning
Join a small group or study one-on-one, on a schedule that fits your work and life.
Questions expats ask us
I don't know the Cyrillic alphabet. Is that a problem?
Not at all. That's lesson one, and most of our students read Cyrillic comfortably within the first two weeks.
Are lessons taught in English?
Yes. Explanations start in English and gradually shift to Bulgarian as your level grows. Our teachers are used to working with international students.
Can I study fully online?
Yes. All individual courses and selected groups run fully online with a live teacher. You can also mix online and in-person lessons.
What level do I need for permanent residence or citizenship?
The official requirements are based on the A1-A2 range. Our prep course targets the exact format. Contact us and we will walk you through the process during a free consultation.
Where are you located?
Lyulin 3 district, 319 "Petar Bonev" St., Sofia, a few minutes from the Lyulin metro line. And online we are everywhere, of course.
Say «Здравей» and we will take it from there.
Book a free meeting with a teacher, or just call us. We speak English. Soon, you will speak Bulgarian.