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VISA INFORMATION
Nationals of the State of Qatar are exempted from the visa requirements when entering, exiting or traveling through Bosnia and Herzegovina for up to 90 days.
A list of countries that are exempted from the visa regime is available at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina or you can check the relevant decisions directly by clicking below:
2. AMENDMENTS ON DECISION ON VISAS
Passport holders of other countries that are not exempted from visa regime must obtain a visa in order to travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Visa applicants must submit their applications in person and make an appointment for visa interview by clicking: https://calendly.com/visaforbosnia/interview
Please do not send your application by email or post!
A visa does not guarantee entry into Bosnia and Herzegovina!
NOTE: Visa applications must be submitted in person 15 days prior to the departure, except for the nationals of certain countries the visa process may require longer period.
Foreigners may be requested at the border entry into Bosnia and Herzegovina to present all the relevant documents on the basis of which a visa was issued.
Download: VISA APPLICATION FORM
VISA REQUIREMENTS
All applicants are required to complete an interview at the Embassy and submit the following documents:
- Valid passport of applicant
- One passport size picture 35×45mm
- Visa Application Form (completed and signed)
- Copy of a valid Residence permit for the State of Qatar (QID)
- Copy of round trip ticket or itinerary
- Travel insurance – Mandatory standard insurance that covers the amount of 30,000 EUR OR 50,000 USD
In addition to the above, the following documents must be presented for:
Visa C (short-term visa)
Purpose of visit:
1. If visiting friends and/or relatives:
- Invitation Letter from a Bosnia and Herzegovina citizen or resident (or exceptionally a foreigner with a permit to stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina one year or more) the applicant intends to visit, certified by the Ministry of Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina – Service for Foreigner’s Affairs
2. If traveling for business:
- Letter from employer stating the purpose of the trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina, or
2. Invitation Letter from a company in Bosnia and Herzegovina, certified by the Ministry of Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina – Service for Foreigner’s Affairs.
3. If travelling for sport contest:
- An Official invitation to international competition from national sport organization or Olympic Committee in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
4. If travelling for judicial procedure:
- A court or the other official invitation for a judicial procedure in Bosnia and Herzegovina
5. If travelling for education:
- Education admission certificate from Bosnia and Herzegovina Education Institution
6. If traveling as a tourist:
- Proof of paid tourist travel, including accommodation and transportation, or proof of organized travel or paid accommodation.
- Salary Certificate and other supporting documents
Visa type C consular fee is: 60 EUR
Visa D (long-term visa)
Long Term Visa (Visa D) is being issued with multiple entries. A Stay cannot exceed 180 days in the period of one year beginning from the day of the first entry. To obtain Visa D applicants are obligated to submit the Invitation Letter certified by the Ministry of Security – Service for Foreigner’s Affairs:
1) For family reunification: Invitation Letter of a relative or a friend from Bosnia and Herzegovina certified by the Ministry of Security – Service for Foreigner’s Affairs
2) For work: Invitation Letter from the company in Bosnia and Herzegovina certified by the Ministry of Security – Service for Foreigners’ Affairs; as well as work permit issued by relevant authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina;
Visa type D consular fee is: 95 EUR
The Embassy reserves the right to request additional documentation!