Bosnia and Herzegovina
How Bosnia and Herzegovina performs
Tax
Light taxes. Bosnia and Herzegovina has one of the lightest tax burdens in the index, 11th of 123. You keep more of what you earn here than in most countries we cover. Personal income tax 2-10%, corporate tax 10%, VAT 17%.
Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)
Safety
Safe. Bosnia and Herzegovina is safer and more stable than most countries we cover (42nd of 117).
Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index
Cost of Living
Affordable. Everyday life costs less here than in most countries we cover: Bosnia and Herzegovina is 47th of 118.
Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Education
Average education. Education is mid-table: Bosnia and Herzegovina is 63rd of 120.
Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index
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The detail behind the scores
Taxation
| Corporate income tax | 10% |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 2-10% Applicable tax rate varies based on region of residency |
| Standard VAT | 17% |
Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.
Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway
- Residence for naturalization
- 3 years
- Language requirement
- YesSufficient knowledge of Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian
- Investment Immigration Pathway
- Bosnia and Herzegovina Temporary Residence by Ownership of Immovable Property
- Official languages
- Bosnian, Croatian and Serbian
- Dual citizenship
- Allows dual citizenship
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