Transportation
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus (via Sarajevo International Airport)
- Highway Access
- A1 Motorway (under construction, segments open toward Međugorje/Croatia)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Mostar Train Station (Marshal Tito St) - Famous scenic train to Sarajevo ($6)
- Public Transport Passes
- Mostar Bus - Single ticket is 1.50 KM ($0.80) bought from driver
- Regional Travel
- Globtour or Autoprevoz buses to Dubrovnik, Split, and Sarajevo
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Moj Taxi (App available). Start price 1.20 KM plus 1.20 KM per km
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Nextbike (Station-based bike sharing) available at Mepas Mall
- Best Beach Nearby
- Neum (Adriatic coast) - 1.5 hours away; Kravica Waterfalls for swimming - 45 mins
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Serbia, Croatia Airlines (via Mostar Airport OMO or Sarajevo SJJ)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Sveučilišna klinička bolnica Mostar (Bijeli Brijeg)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Studio Točkica (Splitska ul.) - Yoga and Pilates classes ($30/month)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- City Fitness (Mepas Mall, 4th floor) - Modern equipment, approx. 60 KM/month
- Laundry Services
- Kod Adema (Old Town) or Self-service laundry in the Mepas Mall area
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Korpa.ba or Glovo
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Ćevapi at Ševas (6 KM) or Sahan at Hindin Han (15 KM)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Food House Mostar (Rade Bitange) - Great vegan platter
- Best Dessert Spots
- Slastičarna Aldijana (Old Town) for Baklava; Cafe de Alma for Bosnian Coffee
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Tepa Market (Old Town) for fresh produce; Bingo Supermarkets
- E-commerce/Online Store
- OLX.ba (The 'eBay' of Bosnia)
- Grocery Delivery
- Konzum Klik or Bingo Online Delivery
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Stari Grad for pubs; Bulevar for late-night clubs like Golden Cube
- Local Brewery
- OldbridZ Craft Brewery - First craft brewery in the country
- Wine Bars
- Wine Shop & Tasting Žilavka (Old Town) - Featuring local Herzegovinian wines
- Street Food Stalls
- Pekara Maja - Open 24/7 for Burek ($1.50)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Pasta e Vino (Italian) or Restoran Prestige (Upscale International)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Stari Most (Old Bridge) and the Bridge Divers
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museum of War and Genocide Victims (1992–1995)
- Historical Sites
- Kajtaz House (Turkish House) and Partisan Memorial Cemetery
- Religious Sites
- Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque and Church of St. Peter and Paul
- Annual Events
- Mostar Summer Festival (June/July) and Red Bull Cliff Diving
- Cultural Districts
- Kujundžiluk (Old Bazaar area)
- Theater Venues
- Hrvatsko narodno kazalište (HNK) and Narodno Pozorište
- Local Markets
- Small market stalls along the Mala Tepa street
- Music Scene
- Abrašević Youth Cultural Center (Alternative/Indie/Live bands)
- Street Art
- Mostar Street Art Festival murals found along the former 'front line' on Bulevar
- Cooking Classes
- Traditional Bosnian cooking workshops at Hostel Majdas
- Art Galleries
- The Hub of Fine Arts (modern art gallery)
- Historic Buildings
- Gimnazija Mostar (Old High School) - Austro-Hungarian architecture
- Local Heritage
- UNESCO World Heritage Status of the Old Bridge District
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Blagaj Tekke (Dervish House) and the Buna River Spring (15 mins away)
- National Parks Nearby
- Hutovo Blato Bird Reserve and Prenj Mountain (The Bosnian Himalayas)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Ćiro Trail (Historic railroad-turned-bike path toward Dubrovnik)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Skywalk Fortica (Zip lining and glass walkway overlooking the city)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Nature Park Hutovo Blato (Mediterranean wetlands)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Ruište (Mountain resort 30 mins from Mostar) designated camping areas
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- EuroExpress, BH Pošta, DHL
- Tech Repair Services
- System One (Mostar Mall) or local shops in Fejićeva street
- Table Tennis Spots
- STK Mostar (Table Tennis Club Mostar)
- Language Classes
- Lingua Plus (Kardinala Stepinca)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- National Library at the University of Mostar
- Community Centers
- OKC Abrašević
- Gaming Lounges
- Cyber Cafes near the Student Center (Bijeli Brijeg)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Admiral Casino (Mepas Mall)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 3,500 KM per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $72,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 2,600 KM per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $54,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 3,200 KM per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $98,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 2,400 KM per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $74,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 3,000 KM per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $123,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 2,200 KM per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $90,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 10% (one of the lowest in Europe)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% or 5% depending on residency status
- Tax System
- Residence-based; worldwide income for residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 10% (Flat rate)
- VAT
- 17% (Standard rate)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No strict CFC rules in place currently
- Property Tax
- None for the first residential property in some cantons; otherwise very low
- Property Transaction Tax
- 5% transfer tax paid by the buyer
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Working on 'Digital Nomad Visa'; currently 10% flat tax is very attractive
Essentials
- City
- Mostar, Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Population
- 105,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 45-60 Mbps (Fiber available in new developments)
- Currency & Banking
- Bosnian Convertible Mark (BAM). 1 EUR ≈ 1.95 KM (Fixed rate), 1 USD ≈ 1.83 KM
- Tap Water
- Safe to drink from taps and public fountains like the one at Musala Square
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- m:tel, BH Telecom, Eronet. Tourist SIM: 20GB for 20 KM ($11)
- Banking for Expats
- UniCredit Bank, Raiffeisen Bank. Cash is king; cards accepted in malls/hotels
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local Facebook groups like 'Izdavanje stanova Mostar'
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate. Small shops and bakeries (Pekara) are cash only
- Short Term Rentals
- Modern apartments near Mepas Mall for $500 - $700 per month
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Miro ($15/night), Hostel Majdas ($18/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Stari Grad) near the Stari Most (Old Bridge)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Rondo or Centar II (near Mepas Mall) for modern infrastructure
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Code Hub Mostar (Kardinala Stepinca b.b.) - Free/Low cost for tech startups
- Best Cafe for Work
- Caffe bar Niđe Veze (Kneza Branimira) - High-speed Wi-Fi and ample seating
- Networking Events
- SPARK Business Park events and Tech Meetups at INTERA Technology Park
- Social Events for Expats
- Mostar Expats and Digital Nomads Facebook Group