Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Human Resources

Working Time, Time off and Overtime

Introduction

Bosnia and Herzegovina has experienced severe challenges in the labor market due to the unequivocal destruction of human and capital resources during the war 1992-1995. Furthermore, transition from socialist economy to liberal market economy in the postwar period coupled with effects of migration added to further complexity.

Even though the strengthening and increase in employment has been a priority during the postwar period, a significant number of job seekers are still available in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The table below shows figures on the unemployment structure in Bosnia and Herzegovina for November 2011. Nevertheless, it should be noted that due to the social security benefits offered to the unemployed, certain portions of the officially unemployed population is artificial representing those working in gray economy but enjoying benefits of welfare state.

An army of unemployed but skilled job seekers is creating a downward pressure on the labor cost in Bosnia and Herzegovina. On average, employees of the financial sector are best paid with average of net monthly earnings equivalent to EUR 669, followed by employees of the energy sector while the lowest average of net monthly earnings of EUR 278 is recorded by employees in hotels and restaurants. The average net monthly earnings in Bosnia and Herzegovina for month November 2011 is equivalent to EUR 421.30.

Agency for Statistic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, November 2011

Average paid off net earnings per person in employment, November 2011

Agency for Statistic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, November 2011

Competitiveness of labor force in Bosnia and Herzegovina within the region for year 2010 is given below.

Average net salary in Region – Bosnia and Herzegovina 2010

Source: Statistics of countries in the region, FIPA

Average net salary by activity – Bosnia and Herzegovina 2010

Source: Statistics of countries in the region, FIPA

Manpower Resources

During the last ten years, the labor market of Bosnia and Herzegovina has undergone significant changes and is still very dynamic. It is important to note that labor structure share of highly educated job-seekers is growing.

Labor Legislation

In the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina:

The Labor Law of FBiH (Official Gazette of FBiH No. 43/99, 32/00, 29/03)

General Collective Agreement of FBiH (Official Gazette of FBiH, No. 54/05)

In the Republic of Srpska:

Labor Law of the Republic of Srpska (Official Gazette of RS No. 55/07)

General Collective Agreement of RS (Official Gazette of RS, No. 40/10)

Working Time, Time off and Overtime

Working time:Full time working hours are limited to 40 hours per week. The working week lasts 5 days (Monday-Friday).

Time off:

Paid leave:In Republic of Srpska workers are entitled to paid leave of minimum 5 working days, in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina of minimum 7 working days per calendar year in cases of: wedding, wife’s birth-giving, serious disease or death of a family member and in other cases provided under the collective agreement and rule book.

Unpaid leave:The employer may grant an employee, at his request, an absence from work without salary compensation- unpaid leave.

Exceptionally, employer is obliged to enable employee to be absent from work up to four days during one calendar year, to meet his religious/traditional needs, and the absence of two days shall be used with salary compensation - paid absence from work.

Annual Leave

The minimum annual leave is 18 working days, according to labor laws of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Sick Leave

Temporary absence from work because of illness or injury is regulated by health insurance regulations that specify medical documentation, duration of sick leave, payment of compensation and all other issues related to this type of absence.

An employee shall be entitled to salary compensation for the period of temporary inability to work due to illness or injury.

Salary compensation during a break or absence from work prescribed under the Law, collective agreement, rule book or employment contract shall be paid by the employer, unless this or some other law specifies otherwise.

An employee shall be entitled to salary compensation from the first day of the temporary inability to work and until such inability lasts

Salary compensation is determined in the minimum amount of 80% of the basis for compensation. Salary compensation can not be lower than the minimum salary paid for the month for which compensation is determined.

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波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那因晶莹剔透的水而闻名，清澈见底的水和沁人心脾的空气为工作和休闲提供了极佳的条件。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is famous for its crystal-clear water and clean and fresh air perfect for work and leisure.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的桥梁不仅连接了河的两岸，而且是不同文明和文化之间交流的纽带。

The wonderful bridges that span the rivers of Bosnia and Herzegovina truly bridge many civilizations and cultures that call their homeland Bosnia and Herzegovina.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的水清澈见底，波光粼粼，使的独木舟和皮划艇在这里很是盛行。

Canoeing and kayaking are popular throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina with its pure and crystal-clear waters.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那鱼资源丰富，其淡水资源富含鲑鱼、鲤鱼、鳗鱼和鲈鱼。

Fish are abundant in Bosnia and Herzegovina where most of the freshwaters are rich in trout, carp, eel and bass.

想要逃离大都市的喧嚣吗，波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那别具情调的民俗村便是这样的圣殿。

Ethno villages of Bosnia and Herzegovina are unique sanctuaries where you may escape from the urban fuss and mess.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那学术历史非常悠久。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a long tradition of academic life.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那手工艺品世界闻名，多样化的传统图案是其受多元文化影响的见证。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is well-known by its handicrafts and traditional patterns showing the diversity of cultural influences.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那自然资源丰富，这里有大片的耕地、广袤的森林和巨大的水能。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country rich in natural resources, covered with large areas of farming land, extensive woods, and water potential.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的冬银装素裹且阳光明媚，是冬季爱好者的好去处。

Winter lovers may find Bosnia and Herzegovina as a country with a lot of snow but sunshine.

融合了东西方优点的美食无疑是人民爱上波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的原因之一。

Cuisine which is a blend of east and west is definitely one of the main reasons why people love Bosnia and Herzegovina.

很多宗教和文化建筑矗立在波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那市中心。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a plenty of religious and cultural edifices placed in the urban city centers.

美妙绝伦的东方艺术和文化极大地丰富了波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那，尤其是在建筑和都市生活方面。

Bosnia and Herzegovina was enriched by wonderful Oriental art and culture, particularly in housing and urban living.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那拥有众多独一无二的历史文物。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has many unique historical relics.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那以音乐天才和休闲娱乐的摇篮而著称。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is known as a cradle of great music talents and good entertainment.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的冬，山上白雪皑皑，积雪覆盖，为冬季旅游创造了极好的天气条件。

In the winter, quality and continuous snow in the mountains of Bosnia and Herzegovina constitutes suitable climatic conditions for winter tourism.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那用于作物栽培和畜牧养殖业的农业用地多达200万公顷以上。

There are over 2 million hectares of agricultural land, both for crop growing and livestock rearing.

对于那些真正的自然爱好者来说，波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那繁忙大都市之外的众多绿洲是他们的首选之地。

For true nature lovers there are many green oases out of the big cities of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那动物物种品类繁多。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is home to a great number of animal species.

由于受地中海阳光的庇佑，波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那享誉盛名的葡萄酒已因其高品质和高品位获奖多次。

Thanks to the Mediterranean sun, the well reputed wines of Bosnia and Herzegovina have been awarded many times for its good quality and taste.

对于探险爱好者和自然爱好者来说，波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那是一个拥有原始荒野的仙境。

For the adventure seekers and nature lovers Bosnia and Herzegovina is a wonderland of pristine wilderness.

走进波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那，您就会发现东西方的融合在这里达到了极致，让您跨越文化和历史的界限去刷新生命的体验。

In Bosnia and Herzegovina you will find an amazing blend of east and west, allowing you to cross cultural and historical bridges you never thought possible.

走进波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那， 您将发现新旧交替、传统与现代融合的城市规划。

In Bosnia and Herzegovina you may find a mixture of the old and new, traditional and modern city planning.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那所有大都市的旧城区风韵犹存。

Old towns keep their ancient spirit in almost all big cities of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那丰富的传统技艺无与伦比，为其留下了许多独一无二、别具特色的文化遗产。

The incomparable richness of traditional craftsmanship produced a unique mixture of various influences in the cultural heritage of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

就地热资源及其发展潜能来说，波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那已跻身欧洲前10名。

Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks in the top 10 in Europe in terms of geothermal resources and potential.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那因拥有众多保存完好、原始自然美景的国家和自然公园而倍感自豪。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has many national and natural parks which are well preserved and untouched natural beauties.

地处不同文明和文化的交接点，从宗教旅游角度来说，宗教元素在波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那起着重要的作用。

Located at the meeting point of different civilizations and cultures, the religious elements in Bosnia and Herzegovina have an important role in terms of religious tourism.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那因其古老的宗教建筑而闻名，这些建筑对公众开放。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is known by its very old religious edifices open to visitors with all preferences.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那因其国际化的艺术和文化盛事而深感自豪。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is very proud by its international art and cultural festivals.

不同社区、生活方式和传统的和平共处恰到好处地定义了波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那文化和历史的特色。

The feature that most defines the culture and history of Bosnia and Herzegovina is precisely the peaceful co-existence of different communities, lifestyles and traditions.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那现代基础设施发展潜力巨大。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a great potential for modern infrastructure.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的劳动力勤劳肯干，技艺高超且求知欲望强烈。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a hardworking highly skillful labor force with desire to learn.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那拥有丰富的自然水资源与肥沃的土地。

Natural water resources and fertile soils are abundant in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的急流漂流探险已广为人知。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is well known for its wild-water rafting adventures.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那的历史打上了地中海、罗马、奥特曼和欧洲等不同文化的烙印，因此她是新旧世界融合交汇的圣地。

Bosnia and Herzegovina which had hosted different cultures like the Mediterranean, Roman, Ottoman and European throughout history is a mixture of the old and the new World.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那是一个多山的国家，第拿里阿尔皮斯山脉贯穿全境。

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a mostly mountainous country with the Dinaric Alps dominating the landscape.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那悠久的历史为其留下了不少文化-历史遗产，古老的要塞和城堡就是其最好的印证。

Rich history of Bosnia and Herzegovina has left its trails and monuments of cultural-historical heritage as fortresses and towers.

身处波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那，您可以拜访古老悠久的住宅，去感受往日社会生活的真谛。

In Bosnia and Herzegovina you may visit the old traditional residences to feel the spirit of social life during the past centuries.

波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那南部遍布独特地中海风格的建筑。

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a peculiar Mediterranean style of houses typical for the southern regions.

对于持有不同世界观的人来说，波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那都是他们朝拜的圣地。

Bosnia and Herzegovina offers a chance to visit various religious monuments with holy values for people with different worldviews.

走进波斯尼亚和黑塞哥维那，您将发现新旧交替、传统与现代融合的城市规划。