State Level

• The Ministry of Civil Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina coordinates activities in the fields of science and culture at the state level. This ministry collaborates with entity ministries of culture and science and other relevant institutions to ensure harmonization of cultural policies and standards.

Entity Level:

• In the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH), the ministries of ten cantons are responsible for science and culture, coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sports and the Federal Ministry of Education and Science.
• In Republika Srpska (RS), the Ministry of Education and Culture of Republika Srpska plays a central role in creating and implementing cultural policies, regulations, and programs, along with the Ministry for Scientific and Technological Development, Higher Education, and Information Society of Republika Srpska.

Brčko District:

• The Brčko District has the Department for Economic Development, Sports, and Culture responsible for cultural policy and services in the district's territory.

Cantonal Level:

• Cantonal ministries implement policies, strategies, and regulations at the local level.

Local Level:

• Municipalities and cities have certain competencies in the field of culture.

Cultural Institutions:

• Cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and specialized institutions, operate within frameworks defined by entity and cantonal ministries of culture.