Entry into Bosnia-Herzegovina is possible with a valid passport, ID card, child ID card or entry in a parent’s passport. A visa is not required. The pass must be valid for at least 3 months. Tourists can only enter the country if they have a return ticket and enough money to pay for their own stay. The green insurance card must be present when taking a car.
Foreign nationals have to report to the police 24 hours after entering the country in Sarajevo
Foreigners Department of the Cantonal Interior Ministry Sarajevo
Zmaja od Bosne 9
71000 Sarajevo
Tel: 00387- (0) 33- 664.211
Mon-Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
In the case of hotel accommodation, the hotel reports visitors to the police. Since December 15, 2010, citizens of the country can enter Germany without a visa.
Local currency, foreign exchange, customs regulations
National currency The national currency of Bosnia-Herzegovina has been the convertible mark (KM/BAM) since June 1998.
1 convertible marka = 100 fening
The convertible mark has been linked to the euro (EUR 1 = 1.95583 KM) since 2002.
Import and export of the national currencyOnly 200,000 KM of the national currency may be imported and exported.
Import and export of foreign currenciesThere are no restrictions on the import and export of foreign currencies.
Customs regulations
The following articles can be imported into Bosnia-Herzegovina duty-free:
200 cigarettes or 20 cigars or 200 g tobacco
1 liter of alcoholic beverages
Perfume for personal use
Gifts worth up to € 77
Electronic devices must be declared upon import and proof of re-export must be provided. Foreign currencies can be declared. However, this is not expressly required.
How do you get to Bosnia-Herzegovina?
Airplane
Bosnia-Herzegovina has one international airport: Sarajevo (SJJ) is 10 km south of Sarajevo. Sarajevo Airport is served by Air Bosna, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Adria Airways, Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines, Malev Hungarian Airlines and Turkish Airlines. The airport fee is $ 12.
Rail
There are still no connections abroad as the rail network was badly damaged in the war. However, it is being rebuilt.
Bus
There are regular bus connections between Sarajevo and some Eastern and Central European cities. For example, there are regular Eurolines buses to Bosnia-Herzegovina (Internet: www.eurolines.com) to the following stations: Banja Luka, Gradska, Bugojno, Donj Vakuf, Jablanica Jajce, Kakanj Mostar, Sarajevo Visoko, Zenica.
Cars
Many roads are still damaged but are gradually being repaired. However, there are paved roads to Zagreb and Osijek in Croatia, Belgrade (Serbia) and Podgorica (Montenegro).
Travel in the country
In
addition to the international airport in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina has two more airports in Mostar (OMO) and Banja Luka (BNX).
Railway
Bosnia-Herzegovina has a rail network of around 1,030 km. The rail connection between the Bosniak-Croatian Federation and the Serbian Republic has now been restored.
Road network
Bosnia-Herzegovina has a road network of approx. 21,850 km. However, only about half of this is paved. Many roads are in very poor condition. There are still a large number of land mines in Bosnia-Herzegovina. The main roads all run through Sarajevo. There are connections to Banja Luka, Doboj, Zvornik, Mostar, the Adriatic coast and Foca.
Shipping
The main sea ports are: Bosanska Gradiska, Bosanski Brod, Bosanski Samac, Brcko. Inland navigation is available on many rivers and canals.
Traffic rules
Special regulations
It is mandatory to have a tow rope and a set of replacement bulbs in the vehicle. to carry with you.
Blood alcohol limits
The blood alcohol limit is 0.5.
International license plate
According to Abbreviationfinder, the international license plate of Bosnia-Herzegovina is:
BIH
Infectious diseases
In Bosnia-Herzegovina, the following infectious diseases are to be expected in Germany and Central and Northern Europe:
Lyme disease, from tick bites.
Intestinal infections caused by contaminated food or water, including amoebas, lamblia, salmonella, shigella, worm infestation and all kinds of viruses and bacteria.
Early summer meningo encephalitis mainly as a result of tick bites.
Hepatitis A and B. However, infection with hepatitis B is only to be expected in people who may come into contact with blood or those who seek sexual contact.
Polio, polio
Rabies, only in people who come into contact with vector animals such as dogs, cats, foxes or bats.
Typhus. However, there is only a risk of infection for travelers who can come into contact with polluted water or contaminated food.
Recommended vaccinations
when traveling to Bosnia-Herzegovina, the following vaccinations recommended:
Diphtheria. A vaccination against diphtheria should always exist, also in the home country.
Hepatitis A and B. A vaccination against hepatitis B is only necessary for people who may come into contact with blood or for those who are looking for sexual contact.
Polio, polio. A vaccination against polio should always exist, also in the home country.
Meningococcal meningitis
Tetanus. A vaccination against tetanus should always exist, also in the home country
Rabies, only in high-risk travelers who can come into contact with the vector animals
Vaccination requirements There are no vaccination requirements when entering or staying in the country.
Hazards and current warning notices
Foreign Office of the FederalRepublic of Germany
Citizen Service
Tel.: 0049 – (0) 30 – 5000 – 2000
www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Embassies and Consulates
Visit Countryaah for a full list of Bosnia and Herzegovina embassies and consulates in each country around the world.
Representations of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Germany
The building in which the embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina is located is a beautiful villa on the corner of Ibsenstrasse and Stavangerstrasse in the Pankow district of Berlin. Ibsenstrasse is a cross street from Gotenstrasse, which in turn branches off from Bornholmerstrasse. The street is located in a quiet middle-class area in the Berlin-Pankow district. The embassies of Cuba, Ghana, Eritrea, Cape Verde and Moldova are in the vicinity of the embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
