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United Arab Emirates to Bosnia and Herzegovina visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders can travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No visa or eVisa is required for tourism or short visits. Under a Memorandum of Understanding on mutual visa exemption signed by the UAE and Bosnia and Herzegovina on 6 November 2023, holders of valid ordinary UAE passports are exempt from visa requirements when entering, exiting, or transiting Bosnia and Herzegovina for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The exemption covers tourism, business, and short-term family visits. Travelers simply present a valid passport at the border. Bosnia and Herzegovina is NOT part of the Schengen Area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entries into Bosnia (note that days spent in Bosnia are counted separately from any Schengen allowance). Standard entry conditions apply: a passport issued within the past 10 years and valid at least three months beyond the intended stay/departure (six months beyond departure remains a conservative travel recommendation), proof of accommodation, return or onward travel evidence, sufficient funds, and travel/health insurance. Bosnian border officials may request these documents on arrival even though no visa is required. The 90-day limit is a maximum; overstaying or working without authorization is prohibited under the exemption.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-17
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-17
Visa type
Visa-free (mutual visa exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no visa fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry at border
standard track
Validity
Passport issued within the past 10 years and valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay/departure; 6 months recommended
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport eligibility
Ensure you hold a valid ordinary UAE passport. Bosnia's general entry rule requires the travel document to be issued within the past 10 years and valid at least three months beyond the intended stay; six months beyond departure is a conservative travel recommendation.
· UAE ordinary passport· 3+ months beyond stay
/02
No visa application needed
Because of the November 2023 mutual visa exemption, no visa, eVisa, or pre-travel authorization is required for stays up to 90 days. You do not apply through any embassy or portal.
· No visa· No eVisa
/03
Prepare supporting travel documents
Gather proof of onward/return ticket, accommodation booking, sufficient funds, and valid travel/health insurance. Border officers may request these on arrival.
· Return ticket· Accommodation· Insurance
/04
Book travel and insurance
Arrange flights (often via Istanbul, Vienna, or Belgrade to Sarajevo or Mostar) and purchase travel medical insurance covering your stay.
· Flights· Travel insurance
/05
Present documents at the border
On arrival at Sarajevo International Airport or a land border, present your valid UAE passport. The officer stamps your entry; the 90/180 clock starts on that date.
· Passport stamp· Entry record
/06
Track your 90/180 days and depart on time
Keep within the 90-day limit in any rolling 180-day window. Depart before the limit; overstaying can result in fines or future entry bans.
· 90/180 rule· Avoid overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Bosnia and Herzegovina · Visa-free (mutual visa exemption)
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RecommendedValid ordinary UAE passport (issued within past 10 years and valid at least 3 months beyond intended stay/departure; 6 months recommended)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
RequiredReturn or onward travel evidence
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering the stay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
OptionalPrinted itinerary / contact details in Bosnia
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
optional
RequiredAwareness of the 90-day in 180-day limit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Mutual Visa Exemption UAE & Bosnia and Herzegovina
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist/short-stay visa fee0No visa required for UAE passport holders
Border entry fee0No fee charged at entry
Travel medical insurance (optional, market rate)USD 20-60Recommended but not a government fee; varies by provider and trip length
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mutual visa exemption agreement
The UAE and Bosnia and Herzegovina signed an MoU on mutual visa exemption on 6 November 2023, allowing visa-free travel for valid passport holders.
High
/02
Tourism and short visits covered
The exemption explicitly covers tourism, business, and short-term visits up to 90 days.
High
/03
Bosnia is not in Schengen
Bosnia and Herzegovina is outside the Schengen Area, so ETIAS and the Schengen 90/180 allowance do not govern entry into Bosnia; its own 90/180 limit applies.
Medium
/04
Onward documentation may be checked
Even visa-free travelers can be asked for return tickets, accommodation, funds, and insurance at the border.
Medium
/05
Longer stays or work need a permit
Stays beyond 90 days, employment, or study require a residence/work permit and are not covered by the exemption.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-17
Bosnia passport-validity rule corrected
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Law on Aliens requires the travel document to have been issued within the past 10 years and to remain valid at least three months longer than the intended stay. The previous wording only said valid for the stay with six months recommended.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Bosnia and Herz. route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for UAE ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days/180) against the UAE MOFA visa-exemption announcement and the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Abu Dhabi.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No. Under the November 2023 mutual visa exemption, holders of valid ordinary UAE passports can enter visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
How long can I stay?+
Is there any fee or eVisa to obtain?+
Is Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Schengen Area or does ETIAS apply?+
What documents should I carry even without a visa?+
What happens if I overstay 90 days?+
/11 — Passport tools

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