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title: Netherlands visa for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina
description: Citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina can visit the Netherlands without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Netherlands visa for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. 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
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for the intended stay (e.g., cash, credit cards, or bank statements).

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area and issued within the last 10 years.
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): May be requested at border control to confirm departure within the allowed stay.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or invitation letter – typically not mandatory but may be asked.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for visa-free entry; some Schengen countries require it.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- bank statements
- credit cards

No specific minimum amount; must cover the duration and purpose of stay.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
- Border officers have authority to deny entry if documents or funds are insufficient.
- Overstaying the 90-day limit can result in fines, deportation, or entry bans.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 3 months beyond intended departure.** — Ensure your passport has at least 3 months validity beyond your planned exit from Schengen.
- **Insufficient funds or inability to prove financial means.** — Carry enough cash, credit cards, and recent bank statements if asked.
- **Failure to provide proof of onward travel or accommodation when requested.** — Have printed or digital copies of return ticket and hotel reservations ready.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport; Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Travel insurance.

### How long must my passport be valid for the Netherlands?

At least 3 months.

## More

- [Netherlands visa for every passport](/visa/netherlands)
- [Every destination for Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders](/visa/passport/bosnia-and-herzegovina)