Questions foreign investors ask before setting up a company in Bosnia

The same questions come up before every incorporation. Here are direct answers; fees and timelines are left to the official body or your accountant.

Do I need a local partner?

No. A foreigner can set up a limited liability company and hold all of its shares. A few specific sectors have exceptions.

Must I come to Bosnia?

It helps, especially at the notary and the bank, but incorporation can be done by a representative. Some banks ask the owner or director to appear in person.

Who runs the company?

Every company has a registered director. If the director is a foreigner who will actually work in Bosnia, work and residence have their own conditions.

Do I need an office?

You need a registered address; a business-centre address is enough for many activities.

What are the obligations afterwards?

Bookkeeping through an accountant, tax filings on time and annual financial statements, even if the company has not started trading.

Can the company buy property?

Yes, a company registered in Bosnia can own real estate in its own name.

Does it give me residency?

Not automatically. Temporary residence is a separate application with its own conditions.

Start with the formation steps, then visit Alhosani Business Centre.

Written in October 2026 as general information, not legal, tax or banking advice. Conditions and fees change and differ between areas and banks — confirm with a notary, your bank or an accountant before you decide.