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Researched Updated Oct 28, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Trebinje, Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1
Population
31,000
Internet Speed
m:tel home fibre from 1 September 2025: NET:M+ is 47.90 KM a month for up to 120/60 Mbps, and NET:L+ is 68.90 KM a month for up to 200/100 Mbps. 21
Currency & Banking
Convertible mark (BAM, also written KM), pegged at 1.955830 KM per euro. The Central Bank middle rate used here is 1.742397 KM per US dollar on 19 October 2026. 2
Tap Water
Tap water is drinkable in most parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina; when in doubt, use bottled water. 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 4
SIM Card
BH Telecom, m:tel and HT Eronet. A BH Telecom Ultra Tourist eSIM is 31.70 KM for 40 GB over 10 days or 51.70 KM for 100 GB over 30 days. A physical Ultra Start card is sold at BH Telecom shops, Ultra kiosks, airports and bus and train stations. 3
Banking for Expats
UniCredit Bank, Nova Banka, NLB Banka. Revolut works at ATMs but local accounts require residency.
Accommodation
Apartments Trebinje, Airbnb, and local guesthouses like Villa Pergola
Cashless Friendly
Partial; major supermarkets and hotels accept cards, but small cafes and markets are cash-only
Short Term Rentals
Realitica long lets open on 25 October 2026 included furnished studios of about 30 m² at €250 in Mokri Dolovi and Ložiona and €280 in Horizonti, and a 52 m² one-bed at €400 (800 KM). An Airbnb monthly total was not on that page. 22
Budget Accommodation
Hostel Polako, Vožda Karađorđa 7: 22 beds, about 600 m from the centre, with free Wi-Fi. The city tourism board does not publish a nightly rate. 7 25
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Old Town (Kastel) or the immediate City Center near Platani
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Police or Bregovi - quiet residential areas within 10 mins walk to center with better modern apartment stock

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
IPC Trebinje (Inovaciono-preduzetnički centar), Stepe Stepanovića bb, upstairs in the bus-station building: 20 KM a day, 80 KM for five days, 180 KM a month without a company seat, or 230 KM a month with one. The desk line is 200 Mbps fibre. 6
Best Cafe for Work
Kafeterija Fontana - Spacious, quiet morning hours, reliable Wi-Fi
Networking Events
IPC Trebinje, the innovation and entrepreneurial centre at Stepe Stepanovića bb, publishes desk membership for tech and creative work and says visitors can use it while in the city. 6
Social Events for Expats
Trebinje Digital Nomad Facebook group or gatherings at 'Under the Plane Trees' (Platani)

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Goga Taksi (065 934 007) operates 24 hours, including runs to Dubrovnik and Tivat airports. Ask for a fare before booking; the operator page does not publish a tariff. 30
Bike/Scooter Rental
Wikivoyage lists bicycle rental from Adventure Trebinje (Zoran, +387 65 545 070) and from Hostel Polako. 8
Best Beach Nearby
Olympic Pool (Center) or river beaches like Jazina. 40 mins drive to Kupari (Croatia) for sea
Top Regional Airline
Air Serbia (Flying into Tivat or Dubrovnik)
Top International Airline
Austrian Airlines (via Dubrovnik Airport - DBV, 30km away)
Highway Access
Connected via M-20 to Dubrovnik and M-6 to Mostar. No major motorways nearby
Main Train/Transit Hub
Trebinje bus station (Autobuska stanica) is at 42 Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića. IPC coworking is upstairs in the same building. Wikivoyage lists buses into town, not a passenger train. 6 8 24
Public Transport Passes
Trebinje is small enough to walk, and Wikivoyage does not list a city bus pass. Regional buses leave from the bus station. 8
Regional Travel
Daily buses to Dubrovnik (€15), Mostar (€12), and Kotor (€18)

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
JZU Bolnica Trebinje lists Dr Levija 2, central exchange +387 59 223 755. Wikipedia reports that a new hospital, Saint Archdeacon Stephen – the 9th January, opened in Trebinje in January 2026. 1 10 23
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Wellness Center within Hotel Grad Sunca (approx. 25 BAM for day pass)
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Mega Gym Trebinje, Obala Miće Ljubibratića bb, in the indoor-pool complex: 60 KM a month for 12 sessions or 70 KM for 30, a single visit 10 KM, and a 5 KM card the first time. Weekdays 07:00-22:00, weekends 09:00-20:00. 9
Laundry Services
Self-service laundry is rare; most laundry is done via dry cleaners (Hemijska čistionica) near center

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Korpa.ba (Limited service) or direct phone orders to pizzerias
Best Local Dish to Try
Ćevapi at Sarajevski Ćevap, outside the Old Town's south gate, or at Ćevabdžinica Kastel Trebinje (kod Mura) inside the Old Town. 8
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Restoran Tarana Plus - Offers traditional vegetable stews and salads
Best Dessert Spots
Poslastičarnica Grk - Legendary for traditional Balkan sweets like Baklava and Tulumba
Affordable Shopping Spots
Kort Supermarket or Bingo for groceries; Green Market (Pijaca) for fresh produce
E-commerce/Online Store
OLX.ba (The local eBay/Amazon equivalent for BiH)
Grocery Delivery
eKupi.ba for electronics; limited grocery delivery by local chains
Bar/Nightlife Area
Stari Grad (Old Town) - Bars like Portobello and Azaro
Local Brewery
Oz Craft Brewery - Local microbrewery available at several city pubs
Wine Bars
Vinska Galerija Vukoje - World-class winery with panoramic views
Street Food Stalls
Fast Food 'Njam Njam' for Sarma and Burek; prices under 5 BAM
Popular International Cuisine
Restoran Studenac - Mix of local fish specialty and Italian-style pastas

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Arslanagić Bridge (Perovića Bridge) - 16th-century Ottoman stone bridge 1 26
Museums & Art Venues
Museum of Herzegovina (Muzej Hercegovine) set in an old Austrian barracks
Historical Sites
Crkvina Hill - site of the Hercegovačka Gračanica monastery 1 28
Religious Sites
Tvrdoš Monastery, about 2 km southwest of Trebinje, is a 15th-century Serbian Orthodox monastery. Wikipedia says a church on the site goes back to late antiquity. 1
Annual Events
Trebinje Guitar Festival (Summer) and Trebinje Film Festival (August)
Cultural Districts
Kastel (Old Town) - The 18th-century walled fortification area 1
Theater Venues
Kulturni centar Trebinje, Trg palih boraca 1. The theatre hall was listing shows on 16, 19 and 20 October 2026, and the gallery is open Monday to Friday 09:00-20:00. 29
Local Markets
The Morning Market under the Platani trees - best for honey and wine
Music Scene
Rock & Jazz performances at Underground Bar
Street Art
Murals dedicated to local heroes and poets located throughout the Bregovi district
Cooking Classes
Slow Food Trebinje - offers workshops on traditional 'Hercegovina House' recipes
Art Galleries
Galerija 'Bokić' - specializing in wood sculpture and local painting
Historic Buildings
Austro-Hungarian high schools and barracks along the riverbanks
Local Heritage
Wine making tradition - Trebinje is the heart of the Herzegovina Wine Route

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Lastva Lake - 15 mins drive, ideal for swimming and picnics
National Parks Nearby
Sutjeska National Park (Europe's last rainforest) - approx. 1.5 hours drive
Cycling/Walking Paths
The Ćiro follows the old Austro-Hungarian narrow gauge that linked Mostar and Dubrovnik. HerzegovinaBike publishes the Čapljina to Ravno section, west of Trebinje. 20
Scenic Viewpoints
Strač, an Austro-Hungarian fortress about 7 km southeast of the centre at about 750 m, with a view over Trebinje. The city tourism board says it can be reached on foot. 19 27
Birdwatching Locations
The wetlands along the Trebišnjica river south of the city
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Ubla picnic area on Mount Orjen - designated fire pits and camping available

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
EuroExpress or BH Pošta (Glavna Pošta, Jovana Dučića)
Tech Repair Services
Servis Računara 'Inter' (Center) for laptop and phone repairs
Table Tennis Spots
Sports Center Trebinje (Bregovi)
Language Classes
Education Center 'Cerovac' - offer Serbian/Bosnian for foreigners
Libraries & Study Spots
Narodna biblioteka Trebinje, Njegoševa bb, phone 059 271 920. 31
Community Centers
Dom Mladih (Youth House) - community events and workshops
Gaming Lounges
Cyber Net (Near the square) - PC gaming and high-speed terminals
Casino & Gaming Halls
Mozzart or Admiral Casino (Centar)

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €64,000)
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €48,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,550 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €93,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,150 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €69,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €120,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,100 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €88,000)
Corporate Tax
10% corporate income tax in Republika Srpska, where Trebinje sits. Resident companies are taxed on worldwide income. 13
Dividend Withholding Tax
10% on dividends, interest and royalties paid to a foreign legal entity from Republika Srpska, unless a treaty reduces it. 14
Tax System
A Republika Srpska resident has a permanent residence there, spends 183 days in a 12-month period that starts or ends in the tax year, or has a centre of vital interests there. Foreign-source personal income is taxed at a prescribed absolute amount, not the 8% domestic rate. Non-residents are taxed on income earned in Republika Srpska. 11 12
Highest Income Tax Bracket
Flat 8% personal income tax in Republika Srpska. There is no higher bracket. Small entrepreneurs pay 2% of annual revenue, and foreign-source income uses a prescribed absolute amount. 11
VAT
17% standard PDV across Bosnia and Herzegovina. There is no reduced rate. 16
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
None. Bosnia and Herzegovina has no CFC rules. 15
Property Tax
Republika Srpska charges an annual property tax of up to 0.20% of assessed market value. Property used directly for production is capped at 0.10%. The city assembly sets the rate. 17
Property Transaction Tax
Republika Srpska has no tax on the transfer of land and real estate. VAT at 17% can apply to the first transfer of a newly built property. 16
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Bosnia and Herzegovina has no dedicated digital nomad visa or nomad tax regime. Many passports allow visa-free stays up to 90 days in six months; longer stays need an appropriate visa or temporary residence permit. Tax residence is entity-specific, including a 183-day test; Republika Srpska has 8% personal income tax, with foreign-source income taxed at a prescribed absolute amount. 11 12 18 32 33

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 28, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Wikipedia TrebinjeReference
  2. CBBH Currency ExchangeOfficial
  3. BH Telecom Ultra Tourist eSIMOfficial
  4. Wikivoyage Bosnia and HerzegovinaSecondary
  5. Vodovod Trebinje drinking waterOfficial
  6. IPC Trebinje price listOfficial
  7. Hostel Polako on the city tourism boardOfficial
  8. Wikivoyage TrebinjeSecondary
  9. Mega Gym Trebinje membershipOfficial
  10. JZU Bolnica Trebinje contactOfficial
  11. PwC BiH personal income tax, reviewed 23 Sep 2026Professional
  12. PwC BiH residenceProfessional
  13. PwC BiH corporate income taxProfessional
  14. PwC BiH withholding taxProfessional
  15. PwC BiH CFC rulesProfessional
  16. PwC BiH VAT, property and transfer taxProfessional
  17. RS property-tax law, cap 0.20%Official
  18. UK FCDO entry requirementsOfficial
  19. Strač fortress, city tourism boardOfficial
  20. HerzegovinaBike Ćiro, Čapljina to RavnoSecondary
  21. m:tel home internet from 1 Sep 2025Official
  22. Realitica long lets in TrebinjeListings
  23. OSM Bolnica Trebinje, Dr Levija 2Reference
  24. OSM bus station, 42 Vojvode Stepe StepanovićaReference
  25. OSM Hostel Polako, Vožda Karađorđa 7Reference
  26. OSM Arslanagića mostReference
  27. OSM Tvrđava StračReference
  28. OSM Hercegovačka GračanicaReference
  29. Kulturni centar TrebinjeOfficial
  30. Goga Taksi TrebinjeOfficial
  31. Narodna biblioteka Trebinje contactOfficial
  32. SFA visa-free stays and temporary residenceOfficial
  33. Al Jazeera Balkans on the absence of a digital nomad visaSecondary

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Low flat tax of 10% and low cost of living make it highly competitive in Europe Bosnia and Herzegovina has no dedicated digital nomad visa or nomad tax regime. Many…
    • Best Coworking Space Smart City Trebinje (Obala Luka Vukalovića) - Modern facility with high-speed fiber IPC Trebinje (Inovaciono-preduzetnički centar), Stepe Stepanovića bb, upstairs in the…
    • Best Hospital Bolnica Trebinje (Dr. Danila Tolomanovića) - specialized regional hospital JZU Bolnica Trebinje lists Dr Levija 2, central exchange +387 59 223 755. Wikipedia…
    • Best Local Dish to Try Trebinjski Sir (local cheese) and Cicvara (cornmeal dish) at Restoran Kolo Ćevapi at Sarajevski Ćevap, outside the Old Town's south gate, or at Ćevabdžinica Kastel…
    • Best Taxi/Ride App No apps; use Radio Taxi (+387 59 1515). Standard city fare approx. 5-7 BAM Goga Taksi (065 934 007) operates 24 hours, including runs to Dubrovnik and Tivat…
    25 more changes
    • Bike/Scooter Rental Hotel Nar offers bike rentals; approx. 20 BAM per day Wikivoyage lists bicycle rental from Adventure Trebinje (Zoran, +387 65 545 070) and from…
    • Budget Accommodation Hostel Polako (Vuka Karadžića) - approx. €15/night Hostel Polako, Vožda Karađorđa 7: 22 beds, about 600 m from the centre, with free Wi-Fi…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules None None. Bosnia and Herzegovina has no CFC rules.
    • Corporate Tax 10% (Flat rate in Republika Srpska) 10% corporate income tax in Republika Srpska, where Trebinje sits. Resident companies are…
    • Currency & Banking Convertible Mark (BAM). 1 EUR ≈ 1.95 BAM (Fixed Peg). Cash is king. Convertible mark (BAM, also written KM), pegged at 1.955830 KM per euro. The Central Bank…
    • Cycling/Walking Paths The Ćiro Trail - former railway line converted into a scenic cycle path to Dubrovnik The Ćiro follows the old Austro-Hungarian narrow gauge that linked Mostar and Dubrovnik…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 10% 10% on dividends, interest and royalties paid to a foreign legal entity from Republika…
    • Gyms & Fitness Centers Gym Correction (Centar) or Sports Hall Trebinje - approx. 40-50 BAM/month Mega Gym Trebinje, Obala Miće Ljubibratića bb, in the indoor-pool complex: 60 KM a month…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 10% (Flat personal income tax) Flat 8% personal income tax in Republika Srpska. There is no higher bracket. Small…
    • Internet Speed Fiber available in city center; average 50-100 Mbps via m:tel or Telemach m:tel home fibre from 1 September 2025: NET:M+ is 47.90 KM a month for up to 120/60 Mbps…
    • Libraries & Study Spots Narodna biblioteka Trebinje (Public Library) - quiet reading rooms Narodna biblioteka Trebinje, Njegoševa bb, phone 059 271 920.
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Trebinje Bus Station (Autobuska stanica) on Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića Trebinje bus station (Autobuska stanica) is at 42 Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića. IPC coworking…
    • Networking Events Tech gatherings occasionally organized by the Business Start-up Center Trebinje IPC Trebinje, the innovation and entrepreneurial centre at Stepe Stepanovića bb, publishes…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Tax 0.10% to 0.20% of the market value annually Republika Srpska charges an annual property tax of up to 0.20% of assessed market value…
    • Property Transaction Tax Not applicable; 0% tax for buyers (Republic of Srpska abolished transfer tax in favor of… Republika Srpska has no tax on the transfer of land and real estate. VAT at 17% can apply…
    • Public Transport Passes None; city is walkable. Regional buses used for distance travel Trebinje is small enough to walk, and Wikivoyage does not list a city bus pass. Regional…
    • Religious Sites Tvrdoš Monastery - 4th-century foundations, famous for wine cellars Tvrdoš Monastery, about 2 km southwest of Trebinje, is a 15th-century Serbian Orthodox…
    • SIM Card m:tel BiH (Top pick for coverage), HT Eronet, or BH Telecom. 15 BAM for 20GB (Tourist SIM) BH Telecom, m:tel and HT Eronet. A BH Telecom Ultra Tourist eSIM is 31.70 KM for 40 GB…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Goražde Hill - site of an old Austro-Hungarian fortress with city views Strač, an Austro-Hungarian fortress about 7 km southeast of the centre at about 750 m…
    • Short Term Rentals Airbnb is the primary platform; expect $350-$600/month for central studios Realitica long lets open on 25 October 2026 included furnished studios of about 30 m² at…
    • Tap Water Safe to drink; high-quality mountain water sourced from the Trebišnjica River Tap water is drinkable in most parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina; when in doubt, use bottled…
    • Tax System Residency based; physical presence of 183 days makes you a tax resident A Republika Srpska resident has a permanent residence there, spends 183 days in a 12-month…
    • Theater Venues Kulturni Centar Trebinje - hosts movies, theater sets, and exhibitions Kulturni centar Trebinje, Trg palih boraca 1. The theatre hall was listing shows on 16, 19…
    • VAT 17% (Flat rate across Bosnia and Herzegovina) 17% standard PDV across Bosnia and Herzegovina. There is no reduced rate.

    fix pass changed Tap Water to the shared country guidance, SIM Card to the shared national wording, Best Taxi/Ride App to remove the unsupported fare, and Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads to cite the national visa evidence and state the absence of a nomad tax regime. Updated research attribution and verification date; retained the prep exchange rate and documented entity-specific taxes and unverified address/price details (en.wikivoyage.org, bhtelecom.ba, taksitrebinje.com, sps.gov.ba).

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