Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa Requirements & Fees from Dubai 2026

The following documents are required for a Bosnia and Herzegovina visa application from Dubai. All documents must be in English (Arabic documents require certified translation). Incomplete applications will be returned without processing.

1. 1Valid passport — minimum 3 months' validity beyond your planned departure from Bosnia. At least 2 blank pages. Original plus photocopies of the biographical page and any previous visa/travel stamps.
2. 2Completed Bosnia visa application form — filled in English, printed, and signed by hand. Ensure all personal details exactly match your passport.
3. 3Two biometric passport photographs — 35mm x 45mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months. ICAO compliant: neutral expression, no glasses, eyes open.
4. 4Valid UAE residence visa — at least 3 months' validity beyond your return date. Original plus clear photocopy.
5. 5Emirates ID — original for verification plus photocopy of both sides.
6. 6Travel medical insurance — covering medical emergencies, hospitalisation, and repatriation for your entire stay. Minimum EUR 30,000 coverage recommended.
7. 7Round-trip flight reservation — confirmed itinerary showing arrival at and departure from Sarajevo or another Bosnian airport.
8. 8Proof of accommodation — hotel bookings covering every night of your stay, or an invitation letter from a Bosnian host with a copy of their identity document.
9. 9Bank statements — last 3 months, stamped by the bank. Sufficient funds of approximately EUR 50 per day of travel.
10. 10Employment letter — on company letterhead, stating name, job title, salary, date of joining, and approved leave dates.
11. 11Cover letter — explaining your travel purpose, planned itinerary, and ties to the UAE.

Bosnia and Herzegovina has one of the lowest visa fee structures in Europe. The standard short-stay visa costs approximately EUR 31 — significantly less than the EUR 80 charged by Schengen member states.

Two passport photographs are required for a Bosnia visa application. The photographs must meet standard international passport photo specifications. Non-compliant photos will result in your application being returned.

• Quantity: 2 photographs
• Size: 35mm wide x 45mm high
• Background: plain white or very light grey — no patterns or shadows
• Recency: taken within the last 6 months
• Expression: neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible
• Head position: face centred, looking directly at the camera, no tilting
• Glasses: no glasses permitted — remove all eyewear
• Head coverings: permitted for religious reasons only, provided the full face (forehead to chin) is clearly visible
• Quality: printed on matte or semi-matte photo paper, sharp and in focus

The following are the most common mistakes OraVisa encounters in Bosnia visa applications from Dubai. Each is entirely avoidable with proper preparation.

• Applying when you do not need to — the most common mistake is applying for a Bosnian visa when you already hold a valid multi-entry Schengen, US, or UK visa that grants visa-free entry. Always check your exemption status first.
• Passport with insufficient validity — your passport must have at least 3 months' validity beyond your departure from Bosnia, not just your arrival date.
• Insufficient bank balance — bank statements should demonstrate approximately EUR 50 per day of intended stay. Consistent salary deposits are more important than the absolute balance.
• Hotel booking gaps — every single night of your stay must be covered by confirmed accommodation bookings. Even one missing night can trigger a delay.
• Flight and hotel date mismatches — your flight reservation dates, hotel booking dates, and application form dates must be perfectly consistent.
• Using a used single-entry Schengen visa — the Schengen/US/UK visa exemption requires the visa to be valid with unused entries. A single-entry visa that has already been used does not qualify.
• Submitting Arabic documents without translation — all documents must be in English. Arabic originals require certified English translation.
• Vague cover letter — mention Bosnia specifically, reference Sarajevo, Mostar, or your specific destinations, and explain your ties to the UAE.

Bosnia visa processing is generally faster and less complex than Schengen applications. Most decisions are made within 7-15 working days, though peak season applications may take longer.