Company Registration in Bosnia and Herzegovina - Step by Step

Starting a company in Bosnia and Herzegovina involves several legal and administrative steps. Foreign individuals and legal entities may establish companies in BiH, subject to the applicable company and registration laws.

Main registration steps

In the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, company registration generally includes:

• preparation and notarization of the founding act

• payment of the initial share capital

• registration before the competent municipal court

• obtaining the company stamp

• opening a business bank account

• registration of the company and employees with the Tax Administration

According to the Foreign Investment Promotion Agency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the court registration procedure should generally be completed within five days after a complete application is submitted.

Can a foreigner establish a company?

Yes. Foreign individuals and legal entities may participate in establishing companies in Bosnia and Herzegovina, subject to the same general registration framework and any additional requirements applicable to foreign founders.

Depending on the founder, director and planned business activity, additional documentation, permits or registrations may also be required.

Legal assistance

Our law office provides legal assistance with:

• preparation of company formation documents

• court registration

• registration of foreign founders and directors

• amendments to company registrations

• coordination with notaries, banks and competent authorities

• work and residence permit matters for foreign company owners and directors

If you are planning to establish a company in Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is advisable to review the legal and administrative requirements before starting the registration process.

This article is for general information purposes and does not constitute legal advice for a specific case.