Blog
Temporary Residence Permit in Bosnia and Herzegovina - Requirements and Procedure
Foreign nationals who wish to stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina for a longer period may apply for a temporary residence permit, provided that they meet the legal requirements for the relevant basis of stay.
Temporary residence may generally be granted for up to one year.
Common grounds for temporary residence
Temporary residence may be granted on different grounds, including:
employment
family reunification
marriage to a citizen of Bosnia and Herzegovina
education
business or other legally recognized purposes
The required documentation depends on the specific basis of residence.
Where is the application submitted?
The first application is generally submitted in person through a diplomatic or consular mission of Bosnia and Herzegovina abroad.
A foreign national may submit the first application directly in Bosnia and Herzegovina if they entered with a long-stay Visa D or if they are a citizen of a visa-free country.
Documents issued in a foreign language generally need to be submitted with a translation into one of the official languages of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Legal assistance
Our law office provides assistance with:
preparation of temporary residence applications
work-based residence permits
family reunification
preparation and review of supporting documents
communication with the Service for Foreigners' Affairs
It is advisable to check the applicable requirements before submitting the application, as the required documents depend on the specific basis of residence.
This article is for general information purposes and does not constitute legal advice for a specific case.