Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina guarantees 20 working days/year minimum (Labour Law, FBiH §38). Federal system: FBiH + Republika Srpska. Maternity 12 months (FBiH).
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Annual paid leave
FBiH Labour Law §38FBiH Labour Law §38: 20 days min (up to 30 per CLA). RS similar.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | 20 j | 100% | ZR |
Public holidays
8-12 holidays8-12 days per entity (FBiH + RS different). Mix Orthodox/Catholic/Muslim.
| Day | Date | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 jan | Nova godina | Tous | 2 j |
| Variable | Pâques (cath+ortho) | Variable | Selon religion |
| 1-2 maj | Praznik rada | Tous | 2 j |
| Variable | Eid al-Fitr | Musulmans | — |
| 25 dec | Božić | Catholiques | — |
Sick leave
80% ZZODays 1-42: 80% employer. Beyond: ZZO 80% (cap avg salary).
| Scenario | Waiting | Pay | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1-42 | 0 j | 80% | ZR |
| Day 43+ | — | 80% ZZO | Max 12 mois |
Maternity, paternity, parental
12 months matFBiH: 12 mos maternity (1 yr, 15 if twins). RS: 12 mos. 80-90% by canton.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maternity | 12 mois | 80-90% (variable canton) | ZR |
| Paternity | 7 j | 100% | Naissance |
Special leaves
Labour LawPlaćeni dopust: marriage 3 days, bereavement 3 days, birth, etc.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage | 3 j | 100% | ZR |
| Bereavement | 3 j | 100% | ZR |
Information current as of last update. This guide does not replace local legal advice. For specific situations, consult a labor lawyer in the relevant country.
Centralize BiH absence management
Illizeo applies Labour Law FBiH/RS + ZZO + 12-mo mat.
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