Bosnia and Herzegovina•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Employment
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-14 days
Application Fee
150 BAM
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
Renewable
Yes
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
Residence permit for foreign workers after arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Follows work permit approval and Type D visa. Valid up to 1 year, renewable.
After receiving approval for a work permit and Type D visa, foreign workers must apply for a temporary residence permit upon arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This permit is the actual legal residency document that authorizes employment and residence for up to one year, renewable as long as employment continues.
Annual Visa Allocation
6,070 visas per year
The annual quota for work permits is determined by the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Certain categories, such as key personnel in companies, may be quota-exempt.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Original passport
Application form
Completed residence permit application
Employment contract
Signed work contract with Bosnian employer
Proof of accommodation
Rental contract, employment letter with accommodation, or property deed
Work permit
Approved work permit from Employment Service
Health insurance
Valid health insurance policy
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence, not older than 6 months
Proof of financial means
Bank statements showing ability to support self
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Advantages
- Enables legal employment and residence
- Renewable annually
- Can lead to permanent residency after 5 years
- Relatively affordable (150 BAM)
- Quick processing (1-2 weeks)
Considerations
- Must be obtained within 30 days of arrival
- Requires valid work permit
- Tied to employment
- Must maintain health insurance
- Annual renewal required
Application Process
Arrive in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Enter on approved Type D visa with work permit
Register residence
Register address at local municipality (Općina/Opština) within 3 days
Prepare documents
Gather residence permit application documents
Visit Service for Foreigners' Affairs
Apply at local Service for Foreigners' Affairs office within 30 days of arrival
Submit application
Submit residence permit application with supporting documents
Pay administrative fee
Pay 150 BAM fee for temporary residence permit
Processing
Application processed within 1-2 weeks
Receive decision
Temporary residence permit issued
Application Forms
Temporary Residence Permit Application
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