🇧🇦 Bosnia And Herzegovina · General Residence
Temporary Residence Grounded on Other Justified Reasons — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €51 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://msb.gov.ba/inf_za_strance/default.aspx?id=14555&langTag=en-US.
- Typical processing: ~15 days.
Frequently asked
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“"In the case of temporary residence grounded on employment, the application is to be submitted to the field office of the Service for Foreigners’ Affairs having jurisdiction on the territory where the alien is employed."”
“"An alien holding a work permit to work in Bosnia and Herzegovina meets the requirements relating to the possession of means of subsistence and health insurance."”
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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.