GDPR Fines in Bulgaria
4 data protection authorities · Since 2018
Total Actions
39
Total Fines
€3.8M
Average Fine
€125K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Stable
About Cookie Enforcement in Bulgaria
Bulgaria has 5 DPAs responsible for enforcing data protection laws. The enforcement trend is stable, meaning the number of actions remains consistent. Violations vary, but significant fines have been imposed for serious breaches. Website operators should be aware of the importance of data protection compliance, as the National Revenue Agency faced a EUR 2.6 million fine in 2019 for data mishandling. Keeping up with regulations is crucial for avoiding penalties.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Bulgaria
All Bulgaria actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Bulgaria
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | €500 |
| 2019 | 16 | €3.2M |
| 2020 | 6 | €13K |
| 2021 | 1 | €380 |
| 2022 | 6 | €518K |
| 2023 | 6 | €21K |
| 2024 | 2 | €0 |
| 2025 | 1 | €0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cookie enforcement actions has Bulgaria issued?
Bulgaria has issued 39 enforcement actions related to cookie consent and ePrivacy, totaling €3.8M in fines.
What is the largest cookie fine in Bulgaria?
The largest was a €2.6M fine against National Revenue Agency on 2019-08-28 for cookie consent violations.
How many data protection authorities operate in Bulgaria?
Bulgaria has 4 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and cookie consent enforcement.
Is cookie enforcement stable in Bulgaria?
Cookie consent enforcement in Bulgaria has been relatively stable over recent years.