Bosnia and Herzegovina•EuropeShort-Stay Visa (Type C)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5 days
Application Fee
39 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Allows tourism, business visits, family visits, and short-term activities. Valid for up to 90 days within 180-day periods. Most common visa type for short visits.
Short-Stay Visa (Type C) is the most common visa type for foreign nationals wishing to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina for tourism, business, family visits, or other short-term purposes. The visa allows single or multiple entries and cannot exceed 90 days of total stay within any 180-day period.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
75 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
90 days
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure, issued within past 10 years
Visa application form
Completed and signed
Passport photographs
2-4 recent passport-sized photos
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking, invitation letter, or rental agreement
Proof of financial means
Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds
Travel insurance
Health insurance coverage for stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina
OptionalReturn ticket
Proof of return journey or round-trip booking
OptionalEmployment letter
For employed applicants, letter from employer confirming leave
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Advantages
- Most flexible short-term option
- Allows tourism and business activities
- Multiple entry option available
- Affordable visa fee
- Visa-free entry available for many nationalities
Considerations
- Cannot exceed 90 days in 180-day period
- No work authorization
- Cannot apply for residency on this visa
- Must apply through embassy/consulate in home country
Application Process
Prepare documents
Gather all required supporting documents based on travel purpose
Contact embassy/consulate
Locate nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission
Book appointment
Schedule visa application appointment at least 1 month before travel
Submit application in person
Present all required documents at embassy/consulate
Pay visa fee
USD 39 for single entry, USD 70 for multiple entries
Biometric processing
Provide fingerprints and photograph if requested
Await decision
5 working days to 1 month processing time
Collect passport
Retrieve passport with visa from embassy/consulate
Application Forms
Visa Application Form
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