🇧🇦Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
It depends on your passport. Out of 197 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 98 enter Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free and 99 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
98
nationalities
Consular visa
99
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇺🇸United States
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Transit visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 5 days
- Fee:
- 60 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (mvp.gov.ba), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Bosnia and Herzegovina applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Bosnia and Herzegovina publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 60 EUR | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 95 EUR | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | 1 year (renewable) | 95 EUR | 20 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 95 EUR | 30 business days | Portal | |
| Transit visa | Transit | 5 days | 60 EUR | 15 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Sarajevo
Population
3,185,000
Currency
Convertible mark (BAM KM)
Languages
Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+387
Timezone
Europe/Sarajevo
Area
51,209 km²
Government
Federal republic
National day
November 25 - Statehood Day
Internet domain
.ba
About
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in Southeastern Europe on the Balkan peninsula. Established by the 1995 Dayton Agreement, it consists of two main entities: the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska. It has been an official EU candidate since 2022.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid isolated areas at night
- Keep an eye on personal belongings
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow local authorities' advice
- Remain vigilant in public places
Transport
- Drive carefully
- Use official taxis
Natural risks(Moderate flood and earthquake risks)
- Check weather alerts
Health(Limited healthcare system, private care recommended)
- Standard vaccines (DTP, hepatitis A/B)
- Comprehensive travel insurance
Practical tips
- Register your trip with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Respect ethnic sensitivities
- Carry cash in BAM
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Sarajevo · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10% in restaurants
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Photos
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Plan your trip
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Bosnia and Herzegovina across 197 nationalities: 98 visa-free, 99 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Bosnia and Herzegovina visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 60 EUR (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?▾
Bosnia and Herzegovina issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 5 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall risk level low to moderate, with occasional political tensions but general stability in 2026.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Bosnia and Herzegovina?▾
The official currency is Convertible mark (BAM KM). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?▾
The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo. The main spoken languages are: Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian.
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