Welcome to Canton Sarajevo: Capital of Foreign Direct Investment!

We are the most investment-friendly region in the country and the wider Balkan region

Every day we open and see a new chance for investors. We are keen to overcome all the challenges and to establish partnerships with every investor. We know that investor success is our success. Welcome to Canton Sarajevo, the future capital of FDI, and champion of investor incentives in Western Balkans!
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+43.000
Number of companies
+12 bilion BAM
Total Industry Sales (2022)
+1,7 bilion BAM
Annual investments in 2024.
+114k
Jobs Generated
Where Are the Opportunities?

Strategic Sectors with Added Value

Sarajevo Canton Development Strategy 2021-2027
Focus on key priorities: Business Environment Improvement – Systematic development of entrepreneurial infrastructure. Investment and Entrepreneurship – The Canton government recognizes these as critical growth drivers, with a focus on integrating entrepreneurship into educational curricula. Unemployment Activation – Supporting social entrepreneurship to reduce unemployment. Digital Transformation – Promoting entrepreneurship in the ICT sector through targeted support programs.
Stable Banking Sector and EU Integration
The banking and financial system in Canton Sarajevo is well-capitalized, stable, and liquid. The new cantonal government is committed to policies that foster investment. Significant infrastructure investments are driving rapid private sector growth, creating a favorable economic environment and political stability. As part of Bosnia and Herzegovina's European integration process, Canton Sarajevo is positioned as a key driver of regional prosperity. The EU accession negotiations represent a crucial step that will further empower investment and economic growth in the Canton.
Key Sectors for FDI in Canton Sarajevo
The primary sectors attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in Canton Sarajevo include manufacturing, banking, trade, and telecommunications. Currently, there is a growing focus on renewable energy, tourism, real estate, and the metal-processing industry, particularly the automotive sector. Canton Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina are rich in natural resources, offering significant opportunities in energy (hydro, wind, solar, and thermal), agriculture, timber, and tourism.

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