Become a member

Who can join

• You hold a passport from outside Bulgaria.
• You have the legal right to live in Bulgaria.
• You support the aims of the club.
• If you are Bulgarian, you can apply within the 15 percent membership limit and with two letters of support from international members.

The club is not limited to diplomats or business spouses. Members include women who have moved for family reasons, work, study or a longer stay in Bulgaria. What matters is an interest in the club's mix of friendship, cultural learning and charity.

How the process works

1. Come to a Coffee Morning as a guest, or contact the office to introduce yourself.
2. Complete the membership application and send it to the office.
3. The board reviews the application. Approval depends on eligibility and available places.
4. The office confirms the current annual fee and payment details.
5. Once payment is received, you are a member for the membership year.

The membership year

Membership runs from 1 September to 31 August. The annual fee is set by the board and covers the cost of monthly Coffee Mornings, the newsletter and member badges. The office confirms the current amount before you pay; the club does not publish a fixed figure here because fees can change.

Payment is made by bank transfer. The office provides the current bank details and explains what to put in the payment reference so your transfer can be matched to your application.

Bulgarian applicants

Bulgarian membership is restricted to 15 percent of the total club membership. A Bulgarian applicant sends the form with two letters of support from international members. The board then reviews the application in the usual way.