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Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa and Passport Requirements

Passport required Return ticket required Visa Required
British Yes Yes No
Australian Yes Yes No
Canadian Yes Yes No
USA Yes Yes No
EU Note 1 Yes No

Passports

All nationals referred to in the chart above are required to have a passport valid for three months beyond the date of departure from Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Note 1: EU citizens may also enter using a valid ID card.

Visas

Nationals referred to in the chart above do not require visas for stays of up to 90 days within a six-month period in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.

Visa Note

All visitors must register with the local police within 24 hours of arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Your hotel usually arrange this for you.

Types and Cost

Single-entry: EUR 35.
Multiple-entry: EUR 65.

Validity

Short-stay single and multiple-entry visas are usually valid for 180 days.

Application to

Consulate (or the consular section at the embassy).

Working days

Allow three working days for short-term visas.

Sufficient Funds

Visitors may need to show that they have sufficient funds to cover their time in Bosnia.

Compulsary Registration

All visitors must register with the local police within 24 hours of arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Your hotel usually arrange this for you.

Entry with pets

Pets must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate and rabies vaccination record.


This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.

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