Business & investor visas
Bosnian and Herzegovinian Blue Card (Highly Qualified Employment)
A national Blue Card residence route for highly qualified foreign workers, offering a dedicated pathway for skilled professionals to live and work in the country.
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The specific salary threshold (e.g. a multiple of the average salary) and detailed Blue Card conditions come from the Law on Aliens/Rulebook; verify current figures on official SFA sources.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Bosnia and Herzegovina government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Blue Card - temporary residence for highly qualified employment
- Route type
- Talent / highly qualified worker residence
- Issued by
- Service for Foreigners' Affairs
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals with a completed higher-education qualification.
- Applicants with a job offer for a highly qualified, higher-paid role.
Requirements
- Recognised higher-education degree from an accredited institution.
- A qualifying employment contract meeting the salary threshold set in the rules.
- Proof of accommodation, health insurance and valid travel document.
- Clean criminal record.
What you can do
- Work in the highly qualified role and reside in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Renew while the qualifying employment continues.
How to apply
- Secure a qualifying highly qualified job offer.
- Apply at the SFA field office with jurisdiction over the place of employment, or via a BiH mission if abroad.
- Submit qualification, contract and supporting documents.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.