Georgieva, Presiana2026-01-152026-01-152026-01-142367-5314https://doi.uni-plovdiv.bg/handle/store/916The present study examines the tacit refusal under Article 58 of the Administrative Procedure Code (APC) as one of the most significant issues in Bulgarian administrative law and procedure. It analyzes the legal nature of the tacit refusal, its regulatory framework, and its impact on citizens' rights. The main issues include a lack of clarity and legal certainty, limited access to justice, and difficulties in judicial review. The study proposes specific reforms, including the introduction of tacit consent, mandatory deadlines for administrative decisions, sanctions for administrative inertia, digitalization of administrative processes, and enhancement of employee qualifications. The aim of these measures is to improve administrative efficiency and strengthen public trust in the rule of law.otheradministrative proceduretacit refusallack of claritylack of legal certaintydifficulties in challenging administrative acts.Article