Bosnia and HerzegovinaKosovo: Visa required

Bosnia and HerzegovinaKosovo

Do Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders need a visa for Kosovo?

Visa required

Yes. Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kosovo.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: ambasadat.net (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance249 km, straight line (~48m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kosovo147 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kosovo passport holders visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Kosovo

Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders need a visa for Kosovo?

Yes. Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kosovo.

How far is Kosovo from Bosnia and Herzegovina?

About 249 km in a straight line, roughly ~48m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kosovo?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Kosovo?

112.

What time zone is Kosovo in?

Belgrade (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Pristina?

Priština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Kosovo without a visa?

147 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kosovo visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visit without a visa instead of Kosovo?

North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Romania.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina, often referred to as Bosnia-Herzegovina or simply Bosnia, is a country in Southeastern Europe. Situated on the Balkan Peninsula, it borders Serbia to the east, Montenegro to the southeast, and Croatia to the north and southwest, with a 20-kilometre-long (12-mile) coast on the Adriatic Sea in the south. Bosnia has a moderate continental climate with hot summers and cold, snowy winters. Its geography is largely mountainous, particularly in the central and eastern regions, which are dominated by the Dinaric Alps. Herzegovina, the smaller, southern region, has a Mediterranean climate and is mostly mountainous. Sarajevo is the capital and the largest city.

CapitalSarajevo

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population3.1M

Area51,209 km²

CurrencyBosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark (1 USD ≈ 1.74 BAM)

LanguagesBosnian, Croatian, Serbian

Calling code+387

Drives on theright

TimezoneSarajevo (UTC+2)

Nearest airportSarajevo International Airport (SJJ), 8 km

Emergency number112 / 122 / 123 / 124

UNESCO sites5

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$10,382 (2025)

Tourist arrivals197K (2020)

Climate in Sarajevo

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: August.

Monthly climate normals for Sarajevo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	7°C	-3.3°C	25mm	219h
February	9.6°C	-0.7°C	85mm	211h
March	11.1°C	1.1°C	56mm	238h
April	16.7°C	3.9°C	30mm	322h
May	18.6°C	9.1°C	117mm	300h
June	21.7°C	12.5°C	166mm	346h
July	25.3°C	14.6°C	97mm	372h
August	26.6°C	16.4°C	82mm	362h
September	23.3°C	12.5°C	31mm	319h
October	17.2°C	7.3°C	94mm	264h
November	11.9°C	2.9°C	13mm	205h
December	9.4°C	1.6°C	134mm	180h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a European country on the Balkan Peninsula. Mostly mountainous, it has access to a tiny portion of the Adriatic Sea coastline in the south. Visitors find well-restored historic cities, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, bustling city life and medieval monuments.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge
Old Bridge Area of the Old City of Mostar
Q29000652
Vjetrenica

Upcoming public holidays

November 21, 2026Dan uspostavljanja Opšteg okvirnog sporazuma za mir u BiH

November 25, 2026Dan državnosti Bosne i Hercegovine

December 24, 2026Božić (za rimokatolike)

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About Kosovo

Kosovo, officially the Republic of Kosovo, is a landlocked country in Southeast Europe with partial diplomatic recognition. It is bordered by Albania to the southwest, Montenegro to the west, Serbia to the north and east, and North Macedonia to the southeast. It covers an area of 10,887 km2 (4,203 sq mi) and has a population of nearly 1.6 million, of whom the vast majority are ethnic Albanians. Kosovo has a varied terrain, with high plains along with rolling hills and mountains, some of which have an altitude over 2,500 m (8,200 ft). Its climate is mainly continental with some Mediterranean and Alpine influences. Kosovo's capital and most populous city is Pristina; other major cities and urban areas include Prizren, Ferizaj, Gjilan, and Peja.

CapitalPristina

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population1.6M

Area10,908 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesAlbanian, Serbian

Calling code+383

Drives on theright

TimezoneBelgrade (UTC+2)

Nearest airportPriština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), 9 km

Emergency number112

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,899 (2025)

Climate in Pristina

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, September.

Monthly climate normals for Pristina, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.4°C	-3.8°C	30mm	236h
February	9.2°C	-1°C	50mm	224h
March	11°C	0.6°C	64mm	226h
April	16.1°C	3.8°C	80mm	308h
May	20.5°C	9.1°C	78mm	323h
June	22.8°C	13°C	76mm	384h
July	27.3°C	14.8°C	16mm	424h
August	27.4°C	15.6°C	89mm	366h
September	24.3°C	12.5°C	27mm	339h
October	17.4°C	7.4°C	82mm	270h
November	10.6°C	1.7°C	5mm	228h
December	8°C	0.4°C	59mm	183h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kosovo (Albanian: Kosova or Kosovë is a largely mountainous country in the Balkan region of Europe. Its attractions for travelers include its archaeological and religious heritage, natural beauty, hiking and skiing. Kosovo has Ottoman, Christian Orthodox and modernist heritage to share with the world. Being still new to tourists, Kosovars are welcoming to foreign visitors and happy to help. Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008, which still opposes the act.

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