When arranging a power of attorney from abroad, one of the first questions is: how much does it cost?
Costs can vary, but in most cases include three main components:
notarization
apostille
sending documents to Bosnia
In this guide, we provide exact prices and realistic expectations to help you avoid unnecessary costs.
How much does a power of attorney from abroad cost
The total cost usually ranges between:
€50 and €150
For more complex cases (e.g., real estate), it can go up to:
€200 or more
Notary costs
Notarization is required in most cases.
Typical prices:
Germany: €20–60
Austria: €30–80
USA: $20–100
The price depends on:
number of pages
complexity of the document
local fees
Without notarization, the document is often not accepted in Bosnia.
Apostille costs
An apostille confirms the international validity of the document.
Typical prices:
Germany: €10–25
Austria: €15–40
USA: $10–50
In most cases, an apostille is mandatory.
If you do not obtain it, the document may be rejected in Bosnia.
Document shipping costs
The original document must be delivered to Bosnia.
Options:
DHL / FedEx: €20–50
Postal service: €10–25 (slower)
Delivery time:
courier services: 2–5 days
postal service: 7–20 days
For urgent cases, courier delivery is recommended.
Example total cost
Typical scenario:
notary: €40
apostille: €20
shipping: €30
Total: around €90
For real estate or more complex cases:
notary: €80
apostille: €40
shipping: €50
Total: around €170
How to reduce costs
There are several ways to save money:
use a correct, ready-made power of attorney template (fewer changes at the notary)
avoid resending documents due to errors
use cheaper shipping options when not urgent
A major cost often comes from mistakes that require re-certification and re-sending.
How to send money to Bosnia for these costs
If you need to send money for:
a notary in Bosnia
administrative fees
additional documents
see the guide on the cheapest ways to send money to Bosnia.
Common mistakes that increase costs
incorrectly written power of attorney
missing apostille
incomplete data
incorrect authorizations
These mistakes often lead to:
document rejection
repeated notary visits
additional shipping costs
Is it worth trying to save money
Trying to save money in the wrong places often leads to higher costs.
If the document is incorrect:
you must notarize it again
send it again
lose time and money
That is why it is most important to get it right the first time.
Conclusion
A power of attorney from abroad for Bosnia usually costs between €50 and €150, and for more complex cases can reach €200.
Main costs:
notary
apostille
document shipping
The biggest risk is not the price—but mistakes that create additional costs.
If the document is prepared correctly, the entire process can be fast, simple, and without unnecessary complications.
