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Bosnia & Herzegovina travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Bosnia & Herzegovina with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Bosnia & Herzegovina.
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Bosnia & Herzegovina travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Bosnia & Herzegovina with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina - quick facts | |
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| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | Bosnian, Croatian |
| Currency | Bosnian Mark |
| Electricity | C + F plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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Bosnia & Herzegovina travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Bosnia & Herzegovina from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Bosnia and Herzegovina - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Bosnia and Herzegovina - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Bosnia and Herzegovina - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Bosnia and Herzegovina - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Bosnia and Herzegovina - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Bosnia and Herzegovina - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Bosnia & Herzegovina travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Bosnia & Herzegovina with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Bosnia and Herzegovina - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Bosnia and Herzegovina - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Bosnia and Herzegovina - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Bosnia & Herzegovina, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Bosnia & Herzegovina covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Bosnia & Herzegovina with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Bosnia and Herzegovina - Ministry of Health, Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Coronavirus timeline in Bosnia and Herzegovina - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina - Bosnia & Herzegovina Police
Bosnia & Herzegovina travel features
Do you want to learn more about Bosnia & Herzegovina? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Bosnia & Herzegovina FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Bosnia & Herzegovina including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Bosnia & Herzegovina due to Covid-19?
Bosnia & Herzegovina is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Check out Ministry of Health, Bosnia & Herzegovina for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Bosnia & Herzegovina?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Bosnia & Herzegovina. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Bosnia & Herzegovina and the UK?
The time difference between Bosnia & Herzegovina and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Bosnia & Herzegovina?
The main languages spoken in Bosnia & Herzegovina are Bosnian and Croatian.
What is the currency in Bosnia & Herzegovina?
The currency in Bosnia & Herzegovina is the Bosnian Mark (BAM).
Send money to Bosnia & Herzegovina with XE Money Transfers*.
Which plugs are used in Bosnia & Herzegovina?
Bosnia & Herzegovina uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Bosnia & Herzegovina?
They drive on the right side of the road in Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Find out more about driving in Bosnia & Herzegovina with RAC* and International Drivers Association*.
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