Significant changes are emerging in the hiring process in Bulgaria, aimed at simplifying administrative procedures and facilitating job applicants. The Council of Ministers proposes amendments to the Ordinance on Documents that would eliminate the need to provide paper diplomas when concluding new employment contracts.
According to proposals published on the Public Consultation Portal, employers will be obliged to carry out official checks on the educational status of candidates. This check will cover completed primary education after June 1, 2009, secondary education after January 1, 2007, higher education after January 1, 2012, vocational training after January 1, 2022, as well as acquired degree of professional qualification after June 1, 2008.
These changes are part of a broader initiative to reduce the administrative burden on citizens and businesses. Particular attention is paid to facilitating the process of applying for jobs in the state administration, which could lead to more effective filling of vacant positions in the public sector.
Experts comment that this measure could significantly speed up the hiring process, eliminating the need for physical presentation of documents that are already available in the state's electronic systems. This could save time and resources for both candidates and employers.
It is important to note that according to the Council of Ministers' rationale, the proposed amendment will not require additional financial resources from the state budget. Moreover, no increase in expenses for interested parties and institutions is anticipated.
An interesting aspect of the proposal is that it does not require the preparation of a compliance report with European Union law. This suggests that the changes are in line with European standards and practices in the field of labor legislation and administrative procedures.
These changes are expected to be positively received by the business community and citizens, as they represent a step forward in the digitalization of administrative services and the reduction of bureaucracy in Bulgaria. It remains to be seen how these changes will be implemented in practice and what their real effect will be on the labor market and state administration.