India passport → Bosnia and Herzegovina
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre. If you hold a US visa, Schengen visa, EU residence or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Indian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free30 days instead:
- US visa
- Schengen visa
- EU / Schengen residence
- UK visa
Multiple-entry visa already used once (entry stamp from the issuing country). Sources differ on allowed stay and on whether a UK visa counts.
Sources disagree on some details here. Confirm with the embassy before you book.
Last verified 11 Oct 2026.
Sources: Visa requirements for Indian citizens (Wikipedia); Visa-free countries for Indians with US, UK or Schengen visa (Travel Dham, Aug 2026).
Bosnia and Herzegovina at a glance
- Capital
- Sarajevo
- Currency
- Bosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark (BAM)
- Languages
- Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian
- Calling code
- +387
- Region
- Southern Europe
Bosnia and Herzegovina for other passports
- IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free90 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Southern Europe for Indian passport holders
Common questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Bosnia and Herzegovina easier for Indian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, Schengen visa, EU residence, UK visa, Indian citizens get visa free for up to 30 days. Multiple-entry visa already used once (entry stamp from the issuing country). Sources differ on allowed stay and on whether a UK visa counts.
How many countries can Indian citizens visit without a visa?
56 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The India passport ranks #71 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Indian citizens (edited 9 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Bosnia and Herzegovina before you travel.