Bosnia & Herzegovina | Travel Information

Bosnia and Herzegovina are becoming increasingly popular with visitors, and it’s easy to see why. This small, friendly country, squeezed between Croatia (north, west, and southwest), Serbia (east), and Montenegro (southeast), has history, charming cities, and spectacular scenery in abundance.

I’m still adding content from Bosnia and Herzegovina and will add new articles here. I’ve added some useful visitor information below to help you plan your trip to Bosnia and the wider Balkans.

Bosnia and Herzegovina map
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Here are some useful things to know about Bosnia and Herzegovina, to help you plan your visit.

  • Capital: Sarajevo
  • Language: Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian are official languages (written in both Latin and Cyrillic scripts). English is widely understood in cities and among younger people.
  • Currency: Convertible Mark (BAM). €1 ≈ 1.95 BAM; £1 ≈ 2.30 BAM (approximate). Cash is useful, especially outside major cities. Currency converter Currency converter
  • Visa: Citizens of the US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism or business. A passport valid for at least 90 days (often recommended 6 months) beyond the departure date is required, along with proof of funds and accommodation.
  • Electricity & Adapters: European plug types C/F, 230V. No adapter needed for most European devices.

Here are my articles related to Bosnia & Herzegovina. Here’s more coming soon. If you would like updates, I have a regular newsletter.

My Favourite Bosnia Experiences

I like to travel independently wherever I can, but sometimes and some places, taking a group tour is absolutely the right decision. I have taken these trips myself, paid for with my own money and I can highly recommend them.

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