Bosnia and Herzegovina is emerging as a dynamic hub for innovation, bridging cultural heritage with modern industrial growth.
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Citizens of many countries can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free for up to 90 days. To stay longer, you apply for temporary residence through the Service for Foreigners' Affairs, usually on the basis of work, study, family, or property ownership.
Temporary residence is typically granted for up to one year and is renewable. After five years of continuous legal residence you may qualify for permanent residence.
Foreign nationals generally need a work permit to be employed in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is usually arranged together with your residence permit and sponsored by your employer.
Members of the diaspora who hold BiH citizenship can live and work without a permit. If you are eligible for citizenship by descent, it is often the simplest long-term path.
Bosnia and Herzegovina offers one of the most competitive tax environments in the region, with a flat 10% personal income tax and low corporate rates.
Registering a company or working as a freelancer is straightforward, making the country an attractive base for remote professionals and entrepreneurs.
Landscape
From the emerald Neretva to the peaks of the Dinaric Alps, Bosnia and Herzegovina pairs breathtaking nature with a low cost of living and a warm, community-first way of life. Cities like Sarajevo and Mostar blend Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian heritage with a fast-growing modern economy.
Whether you are returning to your roots or discovering the country for the first time, you will find affordable housing, a rich café culture, and a professional community eager to welcome new talent.
Housing, food, and everyday essentials cost a fraction of Western European prices, letting you enjoy a higher quality of life for less.
From tight-knit neighbourhoods to a thriving returnee network, you'll find people ready to help you settle in from day one.
Mostar, Bosnia
The iconic Old Bridge spanning the emerald Neretva river.
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Nationals of the EU, the US, the UK, and many other countries can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. For longer stays you apply for temporary residence once you are in the country, and our team can point you to the right documents.
In most cases, yes. If you or your parents were born in Bosnia and Herzegovina, you can usually acquire citizenship by descent, which gives you the full right to live and work here without a permit.
The cost of living is among the lowest in Europe. A comfortable lifestyle in Sarajevo or Mostar typically costs a fraction of what you would pay in Western Europe or North America, especially for housing and dining.
Absolutely. Many of our members work remotely for companies abroad. With a flat 10% income tax and reliable internet in the major cities, Bosnia is an increasingly popular base for remote professionals.
We connect you with local employers, a community of returnees who have already made the move, and practical guidance on residence, housing, and settling in — so you never have to navigate the process alone.
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