Do Türkiye Citizens Need a Visa for Bosnia & Herzegovina in 2026?

Visa FreeMaximum Stay: 90 days

Thanks to bilateral agreements, Turkish citizens can travel freely to Bosnia and Herzegovina using solely their biometric ID cards (Kimlik) for up to 90 days. No passport is required.

Visa Free

Maximum Stay90 days

Last updatedApril 17, 2026

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Step-by-Step Application Process

Direct Flights & ID Card

The ID card privilege only works on direct flights between Turkey and Bosnia. You must use the modern biometric ID card with a chip.

Border Entry Slip

When you hand over your ID card at Sarajevo, customs will print a stamped slip representing your entry. Do not lose this, it is required upon exit.

Aggressive Customs Checks

Have your paid return ticket, printed hotel arrangements, and sufficient daily cash ready. Officials are known to interrogate Turkish arrivals heavily for illegal transit risks.

Visa rules can change. Always verify with the official embassy.

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Discover Bosnia & Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country on the Balkan Peninsula, known for its mix of Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian history, stunning mountain scenery, and the resilient city of Sarajevo.

Sarajevo

The capital city, often called the 'Jerusalem of Europe' for its religious diversity and historic Baščaršija.

Stari Most (Old Bridge) in MostarBaščaršijaKravica WaterfallsĆevapiBurek

Best Time: May to June or September to October

Currency: Bosnia and Herzegovina Convertible Mark (BAM)

Daily Budget: $35-70/day

Safety & Scams

Generally safe; follow standard tourist precautions. Be aware of marked minefields in remote rural areas.

Getting Around

Buses are more reliable than trains; trams and trolleybuses in Sarajevo.

Cultural Etiquette

Respectful and hospitable; taking off shoes when entering homes is appreciated.