🇧🇦 Bosnia And Herzegovina · Ancestry
Citizenship by Descent (Jus Sanguinis) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Ancestry proof | Required |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.refworld.org/legal/legislation/natlegbod/1992/en/16940.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Ancestry proof
https://www.refworld.org/legal/legislation/natlegbod/1992/en/16940 · verified 2026-06-23
Criminal record
“"Certificate of no criminal record in the country of origin..."”
https://mcp.gov.ba/en/faq-citizenship-and-travel-documents-sector · verified 2026-06-23
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.