Natural Gas Prices in Bulgaria
Gas for business
| Bulgaria | €0.044 per kWh |
|---|---|
| Romania | €0.054 per kWh |
| Germany | €0.068 per kWh |
| EU average, H2 2025 | €0.061 per kWh |
Source: Eurostat: Gas prices for non-household consumers (nrg_pc_203)1
First half of 2026, for a business using 10,000 to 100,000 GJ a year, excluding VAT and recoverable taxes.1
The regulated wholesale price
Source: Bulgargaz: Regulated prices2
The energy regulator sets the price each month. It excludes network charges, excise duty and VAT. For October 2026 the regulator approved €44.09, 5.99% more than in September, and refused Bulgargaz’s request for €44.41.2,3
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does natural gas cost for businesses in Bulgaria?
Natural gas for Bulgarian businesses using 10,000 to 100,000 GJ a year cost €0.044 per kWh in the first half of 2026, excluding VAT and recoverable taxes; the EU average was €0.061 per kWh in H2 2025.
What was Bulgargaz’s regulated gas price in Bulgaria in October 2026?
Bulgargaz’s regulated gas price was €44.09 per MWh in October 2026, a 5.99% increase from September. The regulator refused Bulgargaz’s request for €44.41 per MWh.
Who sets Bulgaria’s regulated wholesale gas price, and what does it exclude?
Bulgaria’s energy regulator sets the regulated wholesale gas price each month, and the price excludes network charges, excise duty and VAT.
Sources
- Eurostat: Gas prices for non-household consumers (nrg_pc_203)
- Bulgargaz: Regulated prices
- Vesti.bg: The regulator refuses the gas price rise requested by Bulgargaz (in Bulgarian)
Figures checked 13 October 2026. Prepared by InvestBulgaria for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
