How to found an association in Republika Srpska: steps and deadlines
An association in Republika Srpska can be founded by at least three natural or legal persons. It becomes a legal entity by entry in the register at the basic court, which must decide within 30 days. It may receive budget funds and donations but may not share profit among members.
Farm household, sole trader or company: which form for agritourism in RS
A farm registered only in the Register of Agricultural Holdings may sell its own produce but not services to guests. For lodging and meals there are sole trader and d.o.o. routes and, per an APIF notice older than the new Law on Tourism, a private person entered through a contract with a tourist organisation. They differ in tax, VAT, fiscal receipts and incentives.
Health checks and hygiene training for food workers in Republika Srpska
Anyone working in food production, processing or sale needs a sanitary examination on taking the job and every six months after that, plus special hygiene training with an exam every four years. The employer pays. In Trebinje, go to the Public Health Institute's regional centre or the Health Centre.
Food from East Herzegovina to Montenegro and Croatia: what you may carry and sell
Travellers may not bring meat, meat products, milk or dairy into Croatia (the EU); honey and eggs are limited to 2 kg and fish to 20 kg. Montenegro exempts non-commercial goods from duty up to EUR 300 by road. Commercial shipments of animal products need a veterinary certificate, and for the EU also a border check.
Republika Srpska tourism funding: who can apply and how much
The Republika Srpska Ministry of Trade and Tourism awards earmarked tourism development funds under Decree 85/26, in force since 17 September 2026. The 2026 call is closed; watch the Ministry page for the next one, as each call states its own maximum. Amounts up to 10,000 KM can be requested throughout the budget year, one project per year.
Hiring seasonal workers in Republika Srpska: contracts, registration, costs
Republika Srpska has no separate seasonal work law in force, so seasonal staff are hired under the Labour Law: a fixed-term employment contract or, under strict conditions, a temporary and occasional work contract (up to 90 working days a year). The worker must be registered in the Unified System before starting.
EU support for agri-food and rural tourism in BiH: what was funded and where calls appear
The EU gave grants for food processing, primary production and rural tourism in BiH through the UNDP-run EU4AGRI and EU4Business Recovery projects, but those calls are closed. On 6 October 2026 the UNDP call register shows no open EU call for agriculture or rural tourism. Watch javnipoziv.undp.ba for new ones.
Beekeeping subsidies in Republika Srpska: premium per bee colony
The premium for bee production is up to 20 KM per bee colony. The application is filed by a beekeepers' association or cooperative, not the individual, and its members must hold at least 30 hives and be in the Register of Beekeepers and Apiaries. Organic: up to 30 KM per hive, at least 25 hives. The 2026 deadline is 30 November 2026.
Welcoming guests with disabilities on a rural property: low-cost changes and clear information
Guests with disabilities, older guests and their families are a large market. UN Tourism recommends cost-effective improvements, and on a small property clear information before arrival, asking guests what they need and preparing staff matter most. Guidelines were published in December 2025.
Labelling and selling wine in Republika Srpska: label and sales to guests
Wine is, as a rule, sold only in original packaging, correctly labelled and with a Ministry decision allowing it onto the market. A producer entered in the Wine Register (a company or entrepreneur) may offer and serve its own wines to guests. The BiH state law sets the mandatory label elements.
Pricing an agro-tourism package: costs, margin and agency commission
Build the price from your cost per guest and the margin you need. If an agency sells the package, divide by (1 minus the commission) instead of adding a percentage. Tourist tax is charged to the guest per night on top of the accommodation price, shown as a separate line.
Exporting animal-origin food from BiH to the EU: what is allowed and which papers
BiH is on the EU list for milk and dairy, eggs, honey and farmed fish, and under conditions for poultry meat. It is not listed for fresh meat of cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. The establishment must be approved for EU export, and each consignment needs an EU certificate from a veterinary inspector via TRACES NT.
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