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Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa for France Citizens 2026

Visa Free

French citizens can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, with only a valid passport required.

Guide last updated September 22, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the intended duration of stay (a French national ID card is not sufficient here, unlike within the EU/Schengen area)
  • No visa or online form required for stays up to 90 days
  • Proof of accommodation may be requested (hotel booking)
  • Proof of onward/return travel may be requested
  • No biometrics collected for entry
  • Travel health insurance recommended, not mandatory

Visa types

  • Not applicable: French citizens receive a visa-free tourist/business entry stamp
  • Tourist/business stay: up to 90 days within any 180-day period
  • Work or long-term stay requires a residence/work permit applied for through the Bosnian Ministry of Security or the relevant embassy

Entry conditions

  • 90 days within a rolling 180-day period, stamped on entry
  • No paid work permitted on the visa-free entry
  • Register your address with local police within 24 hours if staying in private accommodation (hotels handle this automatically)
  • No extension of the 90-day allowance beyond the 180-day window

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for French/EU nationals
  • No processing time: entry is immediate at the border
  • No departure tax

Tips for France travelers

  • Bring your passport, not just an ID card, as Bosnia and Herzegovina is outside the EU/Schengen area
  • If staying in private accommodation (not a hotel), register with the local police station within 24 hours to avoid fines
  • Keep hotel receipts as proof of the mandatory tourist registration, which is checked on request
  • Track days if combining travel with neighboring Schengen countries, since the 90/180 count is separate from the Schengen count

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.