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title: Bosnia and Herzegovina visa for citizens of Italy
description: Citizens of Italy can visit Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-08-16
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# Bosnia and Herzegovina visa for citizens of Italy

Citizens of Italy can visit Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport or ID card is valid for the duration of stay.
2. **Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina** — No visa required; present passport or ID card at border.
3. **Receive entry stamp** — Border officer will stamp passport and grant up to 90 days stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (or ID card for EU citizens)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for the duration of stay; ID card accepted for Italian citizens.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration upon arrival.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statements or cash to cover stay may be requested.

## Good to know

- Stay limited to 90 days within any 6-month period.
- ID card valid only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Overstaying the 90-day limit** — Track your days and leave before exceeding 90 days in any 6-month window.
- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket** — Carry proof of sufficient funds and a return/onward ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Italy need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Citizens of Italy can visit Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Italy stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Italy need for Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Valid passport (or ID card for EU citizens); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

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- [Bosnia and Herzegovina visa for every passport](/visa/bosnia-and-herzegovina)
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