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Living in Sarajevo as an Expat: What it’s Really Like

Sarajevo, the heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a city that feels like it’s caught between two worlds. It’s where East meets West; where Ottoman influences blend seamlessly with Austro-Hungarian architecture (there’s even a line on Ferhadija Street marking the divide), and where the recent war, along with centuries of diverse cultures and religions, has […]

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Opening a Bank Account

To open a bank account in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), you will typically need a copy of your passport, a notarized copy of your Bosnian visa (if applicable), and proof of address such as a rental agreement, utility bill, or CIPS residence certificate. While requirements may vary slightly across banks, many offer English language services

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Postal System

Sarajevo’s postal services are mainly handled by BH Pošta, with post offices throughout the city offering domestic and international mailing, parcel delivery, and even in-person bill payments. If you’re receiving a package from abroad, be aware that customs fees may apply—these can range from just 1–2 KM to 100 KM or more for higher-value items

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Internet Providers

There are 3 main internet providers in BiH: Telemach, BH Telecom, Mtel From our experience, Telemach is the most popular choice, followed closely by BH Telecom. Most internet packages also come with a range of cable TV channels, offering a convenient all-in-one service for your home. Note about Telemach: Our rental house came with a

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Phone Providers

There are 4 main telecom providers in BiH: BH Telecom, Mtel, Eronet, Haloo While coverage varies across the country, in our experience, BH Telecom is the largest and most reliable provider overall.SIM cards are easy to find and purchase & available at provider branches, kiosks, supermarkets, and even at the airport. Some providers also offer

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Pet Shops

🐠 Ketti Ltd – World of Pets One of the most popular pet shops in Sarajevo, Ketti offers a wide selection of high-quality pet food and supplies imported from Germany. The staff is knowledgeable, trained in Germany, and speaks English. “They have amazing fish supplies and great-size aquariums with all sorts of fish; from plecostomus

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Pet Taxi / Daycare

Snupi is a comprehensive pet acre service based in Sarajevo, offering everything from pet taxi rides to training, daycare, and dog walking. Their in-city pet taxi service costs 20 KM per trip (with return included for vet visits), and intercity or cross-border transport is available at 1 KM per kilometer. They also organize excursions for

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🐾 Vets

🐾 Sarajevo Veterinary Directory “We had a good experience with Veterinarska Stanica Sarajevo – state run services – English speaking staff. They are open Mon-Sun 8 am. until 10 pm (cleaning is between 9 pm & 10 pm). After 10 pm, they offer emergency services, allowing you to call for emergency pet care or an

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Taxis

Getting around Sarajevo by taxi is simple and convenient, with several reliable companies including Crveni Taxi, Moj Taxi, and Žuti Taxi. You can -not always easily-hail a cab on the street, wait at designated taxi stands, call for a pickup, or use mobile apps like Moj Taxi and Žuti Taxi. The starting fare is 1.50

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