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The FamilySearch Library has microfilmed some of these records, mainly for the districts of Sofia and Plovdiv. The records usually cover the 1893-1912 time period. These records are available as digital images on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog]. In the FamilySearch Catalog, search for the district or locality name in the Keywords search. | The FamilySearch Library has microfilmed some of these records, mainly for the districts of Sofia and Plovdiv. The records usually cover the 1893-1912 time period. These records are available as digital images on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog]. In the FamilySearch Catalog, search for the district or locality name in the Keywords search. | ||
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Civil registration in Bulgaria was instituted in 1893 and continues to the present. Early civil registration was not very effective, and there are many gaps in the records. Beginning in 1945, the registration of births, marriages, and deaths became more efficient. In 1920, family registers were used for vital information. | Civil registration in Bulgaria was instituted in 1893 and continues to the present. Early civil registration was not very effective, and there are many gaps in the records. Beginning in 1945, the registration of births, marriages, and deaths became more efficient. In 1920, family registers were used for vital information. | ||
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