Entry
Most sources say Indonesian citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina, applied for at a Bosnian embassy or consulate before you travel (allow several weeks); one site claims visa-free entry, which is not supported by the others. A visa is reported to be waived for holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa or residence permit, for a short stay - confirm the conditions with the Service for Foreigners' Affairs or the embassy before you book. Bosnia is not part of the Schengen Area. Bring a passport valid for 6 months, a return ticket, hotel details and proof of funds. Foreign guests are registered with the police - hotels do this for you.
Top cities and places to visit
Where most visitors go, and the places travellers find most attractive - based on tourism rankings and official tourism sites (checked October 2026).
The capital where Ottoman bazaars, Austro-Hungarian streets, mosques and churches meet, rich in recent history and coffee culture.
Famous for its rebuilt Old Bridge over the green Neretva River, divers jumping from it and a charming old bazaar.
A major Catholic pilgrimage town drawing visitors from around the world to its church and hillside prayer sites.
The country's second city, with a riverside fortress, rebuilt Ferhadija Mosque and rafting on the Vrbas River.
A small medieval town with a waterfall right in its centre, an old fortress and wooden watermills nearby.
Culture and safety - take note
Bosnia is where East meets West: Sarajevo has mosques, churches and synagogues within a few streets, and many people are Muslim. Halal food is easy to find and Turkish-style coffee is a ritual - accept it. Dress modestly in mosques and in rural areas. The 1992-95 war is still a sensitive subject: be respectful at memorials such as Srebrenica and listen more than you speak. LANDMINES REMAIN in some rural and mountain areas - stay on marked paths and paved roads, never walk into unmarked fields or abandoned buildings, and obey mine-warning signs. Mostar's Old Bridge is slippery - take care. The currency is the convertible mark (KM). Winters are cold and roads can be icy.
Emergency
112. Police 122. Fire 123. Ambulance 124.
Rules, fees and websites change often. We check these pages regularly (last check: 10 October 2026) but always confirm on the official site before you travel. Satu Koneksi Hotel is not responsible for third-party websites.