Bosnia and Herzegovina doesn't set one single number for every kind of gift: FBiH and Brčko District exempt gifts up to 30% of the average net salary, but Republika Srpska has no general employee-gift exemption at all. Rather than chase a specific number for every gift, most employers aim for practical, well-made branded merchandise that reads clearly as an ordinary corporate gift and stays affordable everywhere in the country. Below are 20 ideas that fit that brief, priced in KM with minimum order quantities, so you can plan a batch for the whole team.
What makes a good gift for a team in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Everyday usefulness. Items people would buy for themselves anyway, drinkware, stationery, apparel, tend to get used long after the gifting occasion is forgotten.
- A modest scale that works across all three entities. Since FBiH and Brčko cap the exemption at 30% of average salary and Republika Srpska has no exemption at all for adult employees, keeping individual gifts inexpensive is the simplest way to stay comfortable no matter where your team is based.
- Branding that feels considered, not slapped on. Embroidery, laser engraving, and debossing tend to read as more premium than a large printed logo, especially on apparel and drinkware.
- Sensible minimum order quantities. Smaller teams benefit from items with low MOQs; larger companies can unlock better unit pricing at scale.
1. Hoodie – The Rex: the flagship piece
A heavyweight 280 gsm organic cotton hoodie that employees actually wear, and one of the most popular gifting items in the catalogue.
- Material: 90% organic cotton, 10% polyester.
- Branding: embroidery, print, or patches.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 78 BAM/unit.
2. T-shirt – The Axel: the year-round basic
A well-cut cotton tee that works as a standalone gift or a companion piece to a bigger item, and stays in rotation all year round.
- Material: 100% combed cotton.
- Branding: print or embroidery.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 37 BAM/unit.
3. Sports Socks: the safe favourite
Sunday's most-ordered item: a small, unexpected gift that works for a whole team at once and always lands well.
- Material: 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, 3% elastane.
- Branding: knitted-in logo zones.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 8 BAM/unit.
4. Baseball Cap: the everyday accessory
A reliable pick for outdoor events and company outings; an embroidered logo tends to look more premium than the price tag suggests.
- Material: 100% cotton.
- Branding: embroidery.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 16 BAM/unit.
5. Knitted Scarf: a seasonal favourite
A genuinely useful winter gift, with woven branding that feels a step above a printed logo.
- Material: 80% viscose, 20% polyester.
- Branding: woven label.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 15 BAM/unit.
6. Premium Tote Bag: an everyday carry
A sturdy tote gets carried outside the office, on the commute, at the market, making it one of the more visible branding opportunities on this list relative to its price.
- Material: 270gsm cotton.
- Branding: print or custom straps.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 13 BAM/unit.
7. Canvas Travel Pouch: small-batch friendly
With a minimum order of just 25 units, this pouch is a good option for smaller teams or a single department's gift run.
- Material: durable cotton canvas with a zip closure.
- Branding: printed logo on the front.
- Order: MOQ 25 · from 16 BAM/unit.
8. Leather Luggage Tag: a travel-ready detail
A small, well-made accessory that frequent travellers will actually clip onto a bag, with a debossed logo that feels understated rather than promotional.
- Material: genuine or vegan leather with a metal buckle strap.
- Branding: debossed or foil-stamped logo.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 15 BAM/unit.
9. RollTop Backpack: the everyday bag
A water-resistant backpack with a laptop compartment that quickly becomes someone's everyday bag: a natural pick for a bigger single gift, such as a jubilee.
- Material: GRS-certified recycled PU, water-resistant.
- Branding: print or embroidery.
- Order: MOQ 25 · from 48 BAM/unit.
10. A5 Notebook: for the note-takers
A well-made notebook still gets used in most offices, whether for meeting notes or as a desk accessory.
- Material: FSC-certified paper, PU cover.
- Branding: debossed or printed logo on the cover.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 9 BAM/unit.
11. A5 Premium Notebook: a step up in finish
For a slightly more premium desk gift, this notebook upgrades the cover finish while keeping the same practical A5 format.
- Material: premium PU cover with quality paper stock.
- Branding: debossed logo on the cover.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 14 BAM/unit.
12. Bamboo Pen: a natural everyday option
A warmer-looking alternative to a plastic pen, with a laser-engraved logo that ages well rather than wearing off. A simple, low-cost add-on to a bigger gift.
- Material: natural bamboo barrel with metal trim.
- Branding: laser-engraved logo.
- Order: MOQ 100 · from 5 BAM/unit.
13. Espresso Mug: for the coffee break
A good espresso mug earns daily use at the office coffee machine, putting a logo somewhere people look at multiple times a day.
- Material: glazed ceramic, dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Branding: printed or laser-etched logo.
- Order: MOQ 108 · from 17 BAM/unit.
14. Americano Mug: budget-friendly and classic
One of the most affordable options on this list: a classic Americano mug is a safe, familiar gift that still gets a logo in front of someone every morning.
- Material: glazed ceramic in a classic Americano shape.
- Branding: printed or laser-etched logo.
- Order: MOQ 108 · from 8 BAM/unit.
15. Recycled Steel Bottle: a sustainable staple
A double-walled bottle made from recycled steel is genuinely useful and lets the company make a sustainability point at the same time.
- Material: recycled stainless steel.
- Branding: laser engraving or print.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 22 BAM/unit.
16. Stainless Steel Bottle: hydration, branded
A classic stainless bottle is a safe pick for something that will actually get reused at the gym or on the commute.
- Material: stainless steel with a leak-proof lid.
- Branding: laser engraving or printed logo.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 19 BAM/unit.
17. Bamboo Tea Bottle: the natural choice
A bamboo exterior over a durable stainless steel interior gives a warmer look than an all-metal bottle, and works well as a mid-range gift.
- Material: stainless steel, bamboo.
- Branding: laser engraving or print.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 37 BAM/unit.
18. Wireless Mini Speaker: a step up in tech
For teams that want a bit more "wow" factor, a compact wireless speaker is one of the more premium items here.
- Material: compact housing with Bluetooth connectivity.
- Branding: printed or debossed logo on the housing.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 20 BAM/unit.
19. Wireless Powerbank: useful everyday tech
A magnetic wireless powerbank in recycled ABS plastic is genuinely useful for any commute or business trip.
- Material: recycled ABS plastic.
- Branding: pad print or digital print.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 36 BAM/unit.
20. Noise-Cancelling Headphones: the premium pick
A genuine step up in perceived value and one of the priciest items on this list, so it's best reserved for a milestone gift in FBiH or Brčko rather than combined with others.
- Material: recycled ABS, ANC + ENC, foldable.
- Branding: digital print or doming.
- Order: MOQ 50 · from 48 BAM/unit.
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Understanding the rules behind these picks
This list is a practical shortlist, not tax guidance. Bosnia and Herzegovina splits employee-gift rules across three separate entities: FBiH and Brčko District both exempt gifts up to 30% of average net salary (Brčko capped at once a year), while Republika Srpska has no general exemption for adult employees at all. For the full breakdown, including the state-level VAT rule and the separate treatment of client gifts, see our companion guide: Tax-Free Employee Gifts in Bosnia and Herzegovina: FBiH, Republika Srpska, and Brčko Compared.
Ready to put together a gifting programme for your team in Bosnia and Herzegovina? Talk to Sunday about sourcing, branding, and shipping any of the items above, from a single small batch to a company-wide rollout.
