Bosnia and Herzegovina Genealogy

Guide to Bosnia and Herzegovina ancestry, family history, and genealogy: birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, and military records.

Country Information
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in Europe bordered by Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro. It was formerly ruled by the Ottoman Empire and the Austro-Hungarian Empire. De facto official languages are Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian.

Jurisdictions
Genealogicaly records are kept on the local level in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Cantons of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina:

• 6

Cities of Republika Srpska:

• 6

Municipalities of Republika Srpska:

• 6

FamilySearch Resources
Below are FamilySearch resources that can assist you in resourcing your family.
 * Facebook Communities - Facebook groups discussing genealogy research