Visa requirements

Bosnia and Herzegovina

General visa requirements for travelling to Bosnia and Herzegovina. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Student visa (Student Long-Stay Entry (Visa D and Temporary Residence))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 365 days
• Processing time: Varies by case and institution
• Fee: Administrative fees apply
• Validity: According to Visa D and approved temporary residence
• Entry: Single entry

Longer study stays require long-stay visa/residence processes under Bosnia and Herzegovina alien-stay law and rulebook provisions.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  For education and study-based temporary residence.

  Includes

  • Study

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank evidence, sponsorship evidence; Minimum amount: Sufficient means per legal requirements

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Dormitory confirmation, lease agreement, or host declaration; Must cover full stay: Yes

• Admission letter

  Must be notarized: No; Must be original: No; Must show program dates: Yes

How to apply

1. Document submission

   Submit Visa D/residence documentation through diplomatic-consular channel and Service for Foreigners' Affairs as applicable.

2. Processing wait

   Await visa/residence determination.

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Business visa (Business Short-Stay Visa C (Visa-Regime Nationalities))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: Varies by case and mission
• Fee: Varies by mission
• Validity: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
• Entry: Single entry

Visa C is required for business visits by nationalities under visa regime unless a legal exemption applies.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Short business travel for visa-regime nationals.

  Includes

  • Meetings
  • conferences
  • business visits

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Cash, cards, bank evidence, invitation support; Minimum amount: 150 BAM per day

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Business invitation from host organization

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Business Visa C application; Form url: https://www.mvp.gov.ba/

How to apply

1. Document submission

   Submit application with supporting business documents.

2. Processing wait

   Await visa decision.

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Transit visa (Airport Transit Visa A)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Processing time: Varies by case and mission
• Fee: Administrative fee applies
• Validity: Transit through international airport transit area as granted
• Entry: Single entry

Airport Transit Visa A exists under Bosnia and Herzegovina visa framework; border issuance is limited to exceptional legal cases.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  For airport international transit without regular entry.

  Includes

  • Transit

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Airport Transit Visa A application; Form url: https://www.mvp.gov.ba/

How to apply

1. Document submission

   Submit transit visa application with itinerary and supporting documents.

2. Processing wait

   Await transit visa decision.

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Work / Immigration visa (Work Long-Stay Entry (Visa D, Work Permit, Temporary Residence))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 365 days
• Processing time: Varies by case and authority
• Fee: Administrative fees apply
• Validity: According to approved visa/work authorization/residence
• Entry: Single entry

Work stays require visa/work-residence compliance under Bosnia and Herzegovina legal framework on movement and stay of aliens.

Eligibility

• Employment

  Employment requires approved work authorization and legal residence framework compliance.

  Required status: Approved work/residence basis

• Purpose of visit

  For lawful employment and related residence.

  Includes

  • Employment

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Employment letter

  Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

  Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes

• Work contract

  Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.

  Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: Yes

• Work permit notification

  Provide work permit approval, notification or authorisation evidence from the relevant authority.

  Issuing authority: Competent Bosnia and Herzegovina authority; Permit number: As issued

How to apply

1. Document submission

   File work/residence package via competent channels.

2. Processing wait

   Await authorization and residence outcome.

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Tourist visa (Tourist Short-Stay Entry (Visa-Free Eligible Nationalities))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: N/A - no visa application required
• Fee: Free
• Validity: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period (if visa-exempt)
• Entry: Single entry

Visa-free stay is generally up to 90 days within 180 days for exempt nationalities; verify current Decision on Visas eligibility before travel.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Applies only to nationalities covered by Bosnia and Herzegovina Decision on Visas visa-free provisions.

• Purpose of visit

  Permitted for short tourism/private visits under visa-free regime.

  Includes

  • Tourism
  • private visit

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Cash, cards, bank evidence, invitation support; Minimum amount: 150 BAM per day

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Prepare passport, onward/return travel details, accommodation and sufficient-funds evidence.

2. Document submission

   Present documents to border authorities upon entry when requested.

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Business visa (Business Short-Stay Entry (Visa-Free Eligible Nationalities))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: N/A - no visa application required
• Fee: Free
• Validity: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period (if visa-exempt)
• Entry: Single entry

Business short stay is visa-free only for exempt nationalities; work activity requires separate work/residence authorization.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Applies only to visa-exempt nationalities under current Bosnia and Herzegovina visa decisions.

• Purpose of visit

  Permitted for short business visits without local employment.

  Includes

  • Meetings
  • conferences
  • business visits

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Cash, cards, bank evidence, invitation support; Minimum amount: 150 BAM per day

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Business invitation or purpose evidence may be requested

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Prepare travel documentation and business-purpose evidence.

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Tourist visa (Tourist Short-Stay Visa C (Visa-Regime Nationalities))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: Varies by case and mission
• Fee: Varies by mission
• Validity: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
• Entry: Single entry

Short-stay Visa C covers transit and short stay up to 90 days/180 days for travelers under visa regime.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Applies to nationalities subject to Bosnia and Herzegovina visa regime.

• Purpose of visit

  Short tourist/private travel where visa is required.

  Includes

  • Tourism
  • private visit

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport photo

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Cash, cards, bank evidence, invitation support; Minimum amount: 150 BAM per day

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Short-stay Visa C application; Form url: https://www.mvp.gov.ba/

How to apply

1. Document submission

   Submit Visa C application and supporting documents via diplomatic-consular representation.

2. Processing wait

   Await visa adjudication.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.