Two (2) or more certified political parties that choose to form a coalition must submit an application for certification under one name to the Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina. If the name of a coalition is identical to or so similar to a political party or coalition’s name that it could cause confusion or mislead a voter, the Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina shall determine who has the right to use the name for the purposes of the elections.
A coalition shall submit its application for certification no later than one hundred and ten (110) days before the date of the elections.
The Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina shall certify the application of a coalition for participation in the elections if it meets the requirements as established by this law.
If the Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina identifies incorrect or incomplete information, it shall notify the applicant thereof, who shall correct the information within two (2) days. Upon the expiration of this deadline, the Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina shall decide whether or not to certify or reject the application for participation in the elections.
If the Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina rejects the application, the applicant shall have the right to request the Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina to reconsider the decision within two (2) days. The Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina shall make a decision within three (3) days.
