Bosnia and Herzegovina•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Business/Investment
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-14 days
Application Fee
150 BAM
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
For foreign entrepreneurs and business owners establishing operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Requires business registration and minimum employment of 5 Bosnian nationals.
Foreign entrepreneurs can establish businesses in Bosnia and Herzegovina by registering a company and investing a minimum of €100,000. To qualify for a residence permit, the business owner must employ a minimum of 5 Bosnian nationals. This provides a pathway to residency through business ownership and economic contribution.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
100,000 EUR
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Professional
Experience
3+ years
Language
English
Basic
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Original passport
Application form
Completed residence permit application
Business registration certificate
Official company registration from Bosnia and Herzegovina
Business plan
Detailed investment and business plan
Bank statements
Proof of business capital and financial means
Employment contracts
Contracts with Bosnian employees (minimum 5 required)
Proof of accommodation
Office location and residential address
Health insurance
Valid health insurance coverage
Criminal record certificate
From home country, not older than 6 months
Tax registration
Business tax ID and registration documents
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Advantages
- Enables entrepreneurship and business ownership
- Path to permanent residency
- Relatively accessible compared to other countries
- Can lead to citizenship through special circumstances
- Business generates local employment
Considerations
- Requires significant capital investment (€100,000 minimum)
- Must employ minimum 5 Bosnian nationals
- Annual residence permit renewal required
- Business success dependent on market conditions
- Ongoing administrative requirements
Application Process
Business plan preparation
Develop detailed business plan and investment strategy
Register business
Register company at Agency for Registration of Business Entities
Business establishment
Set up office, infrastructure, and hire Bosnian employees
Apply for Type D visa
Submit Type D visa application for business/investment purposes at embassy
Receive visa
Obtain Type D visa for business activities
Enter Bosnia and Herzegovina
Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Register residence
Register at local municipality within 3 days
Apply for residence permit
Submit business residence permit application to Service for Foreigners' Affairs
Application Forms
Business Residence Permit Application
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