Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa FAQs

Do you need a Visa for you trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Answer the two questions here and we'll show you if a visa or passport is required for your trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina:

Bosnia and Herzegovina visa FAQ's

You'll find more detailed Bosnia and Herzegovina visa FAQ's here

How long does it take to obtain a Bosnia and Herzegovina visa?

Typically, a visa takes anywhere from 2 days to 15+ days to process in the Bosnia and Herzegovina Embassy/Consulate depending on the consulate that we need to send the application. The processing time for a visa is dependent on several factors and can change without notice at the consulate's discretion. Please refer to our service selection page for the most up-to-date processing times for Bosnia and Herzegovina visas: https://www.passportsandvisas.com/visas/bosnia-and-herzegovina

What is the difference between a passport and a Bosnia and Herzegovina visa?

A passport is an official government document that certifies one's identity and citizenship.  The passport serves two purposes; to regain entry to the country of citizenship (i.e. the United States) and is a requirement by many countries to gain entry to the country you are visiting.
A Bosnia and Herzegovina visa is an official government document that temporarily authorizes you to be in the country.  Many countries require a visa to gain entry.  The Bosnia and Herzegovina visa is in the form of a stamp/sticker IN the passport and is obtained from a Bosnia and Herzegovina Embassy in Washington DC or consulates around the country.  We have staff spread around the country to hand carry your application for you and then overnight the passport back when it is completed.

Do I need a Bosnia and Herzegovina visa?

All US Citizens require a visa and a US passport to travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina, whether for business or tourism.  MOST foreign nationals require a visa.  We can help you to obtain a visa as well as a US passport.

What is a Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa?

A Bosnia and Herzegovina visa is a stamp or endorsement placed by officials of Bosnia and Herzegovina on a passport that allows the bearer to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina.  Visas are obtained from the Embassy or consulates of Bosnia and Herzegovina for your visit.  "Visit" is further defined as the reason for entry, usually business, tourist or transitory.  There are over 270 countries that offer visas and literally thousands of different types of visas available based upon country, type of visit, and length of visit.

Do you need a Visa for you trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Answer the two questions here and we'll show you if a visa or passport is required for your trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina: