Moving to Bosnia & Herzegovina

Last updated on Oct 02, 2023

Summary: Expats and digital nomads are drawn to Bosnia & Herzegovina for its low cost of living, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant culture. The most popular cities for expats and digital nomads in Bosnia & Herzegovina are Sarajevo, Mostar, and Banja Luka. People looking for a place to live in Bosnia & Herzegovina can search online for rental listings, contact local real estate agents, or look for postings on expat forums. Additionally, many expats and digital nomads find housing through word of mouth from other expats and digital nomads already living in the country.

What do I need to know before moving to Bosnia & Herzegovina?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Bosnia & Herzegovina, they said:

"Before moving to Bosnia & Herzegovina, expats should be aware that the country is still recovering from the Bosnian War of the 1990s and that the infrastructure is still in the process of being rebuilt. Expats should also be aware that the country is divided into two entities, the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska, and that each has its own government and laws. Expats should also be aware that the official language is Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian, and that English is not widely spoken. Additionally, expats should be aware that the cost of living in Bosnia & Herzegovina is relatively low, and that the country is known for its stunning natural beauty," remarked one expat in Bosnia & Herzegovina.

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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.