economy

April 11, 2026

Returned from Germany, started a business in the village and failed

Germany, Austria, Ireland and other Western European countries have become the main destinations for emigration, primarily due to higher wages.

Returned from Germany, started a business in the village and failed

TL;DR

  • Increased emigration from the Western Balkans to Western Europe for higher wages and better living standards.
  • A man returned to Bosnia from Germany, started a rural business with domestic animals, but it failed to cover basic expenses.
  • He expresses regret and shame over local wages (1000 KM) and is considering returning to Germany.
  • Other individuals commented on their own experiences, with some sharing similar disillusionment and others expressing a desire to stay in Western Europe permanently.