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Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Algerian citizens need a sticker visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina, applied for at the Bosnian embassy or consulate; fee is around EUR 60, processing 10-15 working days.

Guide last updated October 14, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the visa's validity, with blank pages
  • Completed Bosnia and Herzegovina visa application form
  • Two recent passport photos, 35mm x 45mm
  • Travel medical insurance valid for Bosnia, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation registered locally)
  • Round-trip flight or travel itinerary
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months demonstrating sufficient funds
  • Biometrics (fingerprints) collected at the embassy for most applicants

Visa types

  • Tourist visa (C category): single or multiple entry, up to 90 days within a 180-day period
  • Business visa: requires an official invitation from a Bosnian company or organization
  • Private visit visa: for visiting family or friends, requires a notarized invitation letter
  • Transit visa: for travelers passing through en route to a third country

How to apply

  • Submit the application at the Bosnian embassy with jurisdiction over Algeria, or via an authorized visa agency if no direct mission exists locally
  • Attend the biometric appointment in person
  • Pay the consular fee, payable in EUR or local currency equivalent
  • Standard processing takes 10-15 working days
  • Approved visas are stamped as a sticker directly in the passport

Fees & processing time

  • Short-stay visa fee: approximately EUR 60
  • No separate service fee if applying directly at the embassy
  • Total estimated cost: around EUR 60-70 including incidental administrative charges
  • Standard processing: 10-15 working days
  • Expedited processing may be available in urgent cases for an additional fee

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply at least 4-6 weeks ahead since Bosnian diplomatic presence in North Africa is limited
  • Common rejection reasons: unclear travel purpose, insufficient financial proof, unregistered invitation letters
  • If also visiting Schengen countries on the same trip, check whether a Schengen visa with multiple-entry validity might cover a short Bosnia stopover instead
  • Keep insurance documentation and invitation letters accessible for border checks
  • Extensions inside Bosnia are only granted for exceptional circumstances through local police administration

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.