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Embassy visa
Embassy visa â apply in person at an embassy or consulate with an interview.
Processing timeVaries
Government fee39 USD
AppointmentRequired
EntryMultiple
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Documents
Always required
Valid passport with at least 3 monthsâ validity beyond the planned date of departure from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Passport must be presented in original; damaged or altered passports may be refused. Some consular posts and airlines effectively require validity for the entire intended stay; travellers should check any additional carrier or local requirements.
Completed and signed Bosnia and Herzegovina visa application form.
Form must generally be completed in block letters or typed and signed by the applicant in person. Most Bosnian embassies require personal submission of the application; mailed applications are typically not accepted.
Recent color photograph meeting Bosnia and Herzegovina visa photo specifications (35x45 mm, light background).
Consular and thirdâparty guidance consistently specify a 35x45 mm biometric photo with 70â80% face coverage and a plain light or light grey background. Requirements can vary slightly by mission; applicants should confirm exact photo rules on the website of the specific Bosnian embassy or consulate where they apply.
Proof of legal residence or immigration status in the country where the visa is being applied for (e.g., valid visa, residence permit, or Alien Registration card).
For applications lodged in the United States, the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Washington, D.C. requires a copy of a valid U.S. visa or Alien Registration (Green) Card. Other Bosnian missions typically require proof of lawful stay in their consular district (e.g., residence permit, longâterm visa).
Copy of roundâtrip airline ticket or confirmed travel itinerary showing entry to and exit from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Bosnian Embassy in Washington, D.C. lists a copy of the roundâtrip ticket or itinerary as a required document for visa applications. Nonârefundable tickets should generally not be purchased until a visa is issued; a reservation or itinerary is usually sufficient.
Proof of prepaid tourist arrangements or accommodation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (e.g., travel agency voucher showing trip paid in full, hotel booking, or similar).
The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Washington, D.C. requires a travel agency voucher stating that the trip has been paid in full for tourist visits. Where no package tour is used, consulates may accept hotel confirmations or other accommodation proof; applicants should verify acceptable forms with the competent mission.
Recent personal bank statement or other proof of sufficient funds to cover stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Bosnian Embassy in Washington, D.C. explicitly requires a copy of the applicantâs last bank statement for tourist visa applications as proof of means of support. Other missions may accept alternative financial evidence (e.g., employer letter stating salary, sponsorship letter); minimum amounts are not consistently published and should be confirmed with the relevant consulate.
Recommended
Officially certified invitation letter from a host in Bosnia and Herzegovina when visiting friends or relatives.
For visits to friends or relatives, the Bosnian Embassy in Washington, D.C. requires a letter of invitation from the person(s) to be visited, certified by the Ministry of Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina â Department for Foreign Citizens. This document is mandatory for private visits but not required for standard tourist package travel; classification (tourist vs. private visit) is determined by the consulate based on the application.
Letter from employer stating position, salary, and purpose and duration of trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina (for businessârelated short stays).
Bosnian consular guidance for business travel requires a letter from the applicantâs employer confirming the purpose of the trip and employment details. Although this policy file focuses on tourist visas, many consulates use the same base checklist and add this requirement when the visit purpose is business meetings or similar nonâtourist activities.
Invitation letter from a company or organization in Bosnia and Herzegovina, certified by the Ministry of Security â Department for Foreign Citizens (for business visits).
For business travel, Bosnian embassies typically require an invitation letter from the host company in Bosnia and Herzegovina, certified by the Ministry of Security â Department for Foreign Citizens. This document is not needed for ordinary tourist travel but is essential when the declared purpose is business.
Travel medical insurance covering the entire planned stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including emergency medical care and repatriation.
Many European consulates, including those of Bosnia and Herzegovina, commonly request proof of travel health insurance for visa applicants, although exact coverage amounts are not always published. Where required, policies are typically expected to cover emergency medical treatment and repatriation for at least the duration of the visa; applicants should confirm specific insurance requirements with the competent Bosnian mission.
Travel tips
Quick local advice for smoother arrivals and day-to-day travel.
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Sarajevo tram tip: buy your ticket before boarding (kiosks/tobacco shops are common) and validate it onboardâinspectors do checks and fines can be immediate.
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Currency sanity-check: the Bosnian convertible mark (BAM/KM) is pegged to the euro (1 EUR â 1.95583 BAM). That makes it easy to spot bad exchange ratesâstill carry cash for smaller towns and older restaurants.
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Mostar timing trick: visit the Old Bridge/Old Bazaar early morning or late afternoon for cooler temps, better photos, and fewer tour groups. Many small museums and viewpoint spots are cash-only.
Last verified: 2025-12-04