Home/from/Poland/to/Bosnia and Herzegovina
🇵🇱Poland
🇧🇦Bosnia and HerzegovinaPL-BA

Poland to Bosnia and Herzegovina visa requirements

Polish passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina for tourism. As EU citizens, they may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Bosnia and Herzegovina grants visa-free entry to nationals of all EU member states, including Poland. A Polish ordinary passport holder can travel for tourism and stay up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period without applying for any visa, eVisa, or travel authorization. Bosnia and Herzegovina is NOT part of the Schengen Area and is NOT an EU member, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Bosnia. Polish citizens may even enter on a valid national ID card instead of a passport, though a passport is recommended for international travel. The passport should be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure date. There are no entry, exit, or visa fees for short tourist stays. Travelers staying beyond 90 days, or visiting for work or study, must obtain a temporary residence permit or appropriate visa from the BiH Ministry of Security (Service for Foreigners' Affairs). Note that foreign nationals are technically required to register their stay with the local police within a short window of arrival, though hotels and registered accommodation handle this automatically. This verdict was verified against the official BiH visa policy and U.S. State Department country information; both confirm the 90-days-in-180 visa-free allowance for EU citizens as of 2026.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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.
Policy alertWatch this route for rule changesSave this passport and destination for email summaries and optional browser notifications.Subscribe
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within the 90/180 allowance
from issue date
Visa fee
0 EUR / 0 BAM
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at border on arrival
standard track
Validity
90 days within any 180-day period
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport validity
Ensure your Polish passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Issuance within the last 10 years is also advisable.
· Before travel· Passport
/02
No visa application needed
As a Polish (EU) citizen you do not apply for any visa, eVisa, or travel authorization. Simply travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
· Visa-free
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation), a return/onward ticket, travel insurance, and evidence of sufficient funds in case the border officer asks.
· Documents
/04
Enter at the border
Present your passport (or EU national ID card) at the border crossing or airport. The officer stamps you in for visa-free stay; keep the entry stamp.
· At border· Arrival
/05
Register your stay
Foreign visitors must register with local police within 48 hours of arrival. Hotels and registered accommodations do this automatically; if staying privately, register yourself.
· Within 48h· Registration
/06
Track your 90/180 days
Count days so your total stay does not exceed 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. Overstaying leads to fines and possible entry bans.
· During stay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Poland -> Bosnia and Herzegovina · Visa-free (no visa required)
0 / 12 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPolish passport valid 3+ months beyond departure date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedPassport issued within the last 10 years
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance valid in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredRegister with local police within 48 hours of arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedKeep entry stamp to prove date of entry
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalEU national ID card (alternative to passport for entry)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
optional
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: Visa policy of Bosnia and Herzegovina - Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0 EURNo visa is required for Polish citizens
Entry/exit fee0 BAMNo border entry or exit fee for short tourist stays
Police registration0 BAMFree; handled automatically by hotels/registered accommodation
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU citizenship visa waiver
Bosnia and Herzegovina grants visa-free access to nationals of all EU member states, including Poland, for short stays.
High
/02
Tourism / short visit
The visa-free channel covers tourism, family/friend visits, and short business meetings within the 90-day limit.
High
/03
EU ID card accepted
Polish citizens may enter on a national ID card in lieu of a passport, simplifying travel.
Medium
/04
Not in Schengen / no ETIAS
Bosnia is outside the Schengen Area and the EU, so no ETIAS or Schengen 90/180 limit applies to Bosnia itself.
Medium
/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
2026-05-30
Poland to Bosnia and Herz. route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Polish (EU) passport holders: 90 days within any 180-day period, verified against the official BiH visa policy and U.S. State Department travel information. Bosnia is not in Schengen, so ETIAS does not apply.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Polish citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No. As EU citizens, Polish passport holders can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free for tourism and stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
How long can I stay in Bosnia without a visa?+
Can I enter Bosnia with my Polish national ID card?+
Is Bosnia in the Schengen Area or does ETIAS apply?+
Do I need to register with the police in Bosnia?+
How valid must my passport be?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Poland passport

See something wrong on this page?
Policies change. If something looks off, tell us — we review every report within 48 hours.