Incentives

Investors in Republika Srpska can use incentives at republic and municipal level. Exact conditions change; calls for proposals and the register of incentives are binding.

General framework

• Equal treatment of foreign and domestic investors; foreign investors may acquire real estate.
• Free transfer of profits abroad.
• Exemption from import duty for capital contributed in the form of equipment (with exceptions, for example passenger cars).
• The corporate income tax rate is 10%; investment in production facilities can reduce the tax base.
• Investment protection through bilateral agreements and the option of MIGA insurance.

Support from the Ministry of Economy and Entrepreneurship

• Investment incentive: co-financing of investment projects, mainly in manufacturing. Minimum investment thresholds apply.
• Wage increase incentive: contribution subsidy when wages rise.

Further incentives

• Employment: programmes of the Republika Srpska Employment Service for newly hired workers.
• Agriculture: support announced every year by the Ministry of Agriculture.
• Municipal incentives: municipalities often offer land, fee reductions and infrastructure.