Dozave

Dozave is a term used in several South Slavic languages to denote official permissions or licenses issued by public authorities to engage in a specific activity or to access a service. The concept encompasses a range of documents defined by law as permits, licenses, or authorizations, including entry permits for entering a country, residence permits, work permits, driving or vehicle permits, and import/export licenses. In standard Croatian, Serbian, and Bosnian, the singular form is dozvola and the plural is dozvole; dozave appears in some texts to refer to multiple such permissions.

Issuance and administration are handled by relevant government bodies, such as ministries of interior or immigration, border and customs authorities, or local municipalities. Dozave may require supporting documents, background checks, proof of qualifications, or financial means, and they typically involve a fee. They have defined validity periods and may be subject to renewal, suspension, or revocation for non-compliance or changes in status.

In practice, the concept of dozave reflects how states regulate movement, residence, work, and economic activity. With digitization, many dozave are issued electronically or linked to national identity or travel documents, streamlining applications and enforcement.

See also: permit, license, visa, regulatory compliance.