Moving to Georgia from Bosnia and Herzegovina
What to Expect
Considering a move from Bosnia and Herzegovina to Georgia? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Bosnia and Herzegovina to Georgia, you would find that Georgia is 5.8% cheaper than Bosnia and Herzegovina overall. A BAM125,999 salary in Bosnia and Herzegovina would need to be roughly GEL191,075 in Georgia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Georgian.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Georgia.
What does your salary buy?
BAM125,999 → GEL191,075
To maintain the same standard of living in Georgia
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 14.3% less
Groceries
pay 21.3% less
Transportation
pay 36.4% less
Housing
pay 11.0% more
Childcare
pay 1.2% more
Entertainment and Sports
pay 17.3% more
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Georgia compared to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
Bosnia and Herzegovina generally does better on safety, though Georgia leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Georgia performs significantly better than Bosnia and Herzegovina across all health & wellbeing metrics.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Bosnia and Herzegovina generally does better on environment, though Georgia leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
Bosnia and Herzegovina generally does better on infrastructure, though Georgia leads in broadband per 100 people.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Bosnia and Herzegovina generally does better on employment & economy, though Georgia leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
percentage of adults who can read and write
Bosnia and Herzegovina generally does better on family life, though Georgia leads in literacy rate.
Data: Indirect Taxation Authority of Bosnia and Herzegovina, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Sarajevo | Tbilisi |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 45°/30°F (7°/-1°C) | — |
| Apr–Jun | 70°/48°F (21°/9°C) | — |
| Jul–Sep | 79°/56°F (26°/13°C) | — |
| Oct–Dec | 51°/37°F (11°/3°C) | — |
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| Month | Sarajevo | Tbilisi |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39°/27°F (4.1°/-2.9°C) | — |
| Feb | 44°/29°F (6.6°/-1.9°C) | — |
| Mar | 53°/35°F (11.5°/1.4°C) | — |
| Apr | 62°/41°F (16.5°/5.1°C) | — |
| May | 71°/48°F (21.4°/9.0°C) | — |
| Jun | 78°/55°F (25.4°/12.6°C) | — |
| Jul | 82°/58°F (27.8°/14.2°C) | — |
| Aug | 83°/58°F (28.3°/14.3°C) | — |
| Sep | 72°/51°F (22.5°/10.4°C) | — |
| Oct | 63°/44°F (17.3°/6.5°C) | — |
| Nov | 51°/37°F (10.6°/2.8°C) | — |
| Dec | 40°/29°F (4.3°/-1.7°C) | — |
Data:
Federal Hydrometeorological Service of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Georgia. To live, work, or study long-term in Georgia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Georgia's immigration authority.
Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holder visiting Georgia
Visa Free
Georgia passport holder visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Georgia than Bosnia and Herzegovina?
On average Georgia is about 4% less expensive than Bosnia and Herzegovina, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Georgia?
Budget about GEL47,769 for 3 months in Georgia (based on a BAM125,999 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Georgia?
Connectivity is usually fine (Georgia: 28.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Georgia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Georgia safe for expats?
Bosnia and Herzegovina generally does better on safety, though Georgia leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Georgia is 2.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.1 in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
How is healthcare in Georgia compared to Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Georgia performs significantly better than Bosnia and Herzegovina across all health & wellbeing metrics. There are 56.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Georgia, compared to 23.2 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Georgia scores 68 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Bosnia and Herzegovina: 66).
What's the weather like in Georgia compared to Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The average high temperature in Tbilisi is None°F, compared to 62°F in Sarajevo. Tbilisi receives around 19.5 in of rainfall per year, while Sarajevo gets 37.4 in.
What language do they speak in Georgia?
The official language in Georgia is Georgian. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the official languages are Bosnian, Croatian and Serbian.
