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ColombiaBosnia and Herzegovina

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

Visa required

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

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

Source: sps.gov.ba (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance9,853 km, straight line (~12h 6m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bosnia and Herzegovina71 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visiting Colombia: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

How far is Bosnia and Herzegovina from Colombia?

About 9,853 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 6m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Bosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark (BAM).

What is the emergency number in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

112 / 122 / 123 / 124.

What time zone is Bosnia and Herzegovina in?

Sarajevo (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Sarajevo?

Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), about 8 km away.

How many countries can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa?

71 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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

Montenegro, Kosovo, Croatia, Albania, Slovenia, Hungary.

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 Colombia

Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America. Colombia's mainland is bordered by the Caribbean Sea to the north, Venezuela to the east, Brazil to the southeast, Peru and Ecuador to the south and southwest, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and Panama to the northwest. Colombia is divided into 32 departments. The Capital District of Bogotá is the country's largest city hosting the main financial and cultural hub. Other urban areas include Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla, Cartagena, Bucaramanga, Pereira, Santa Marta, Cúcuta, Ibagué, Villavicencio and Manizales. It covers an area of 1,141,748 square kilometers and has a population of around 52 million. Its rich cultural heritage, including language, religion, cuisine, and art, reflects its history as a colony, fusing cultural elements brought by immigration from Europe and the Middle East, with those brought by the African diaspora, as well as with those of Indigenous civilizations that predate colonization. Spanish is the official language, although Creole, English and 64 other languages are recognized regionally.

CapitalBogota

RegionSouth America

Population53.4M

Area1,141,748 km²

CurrencyColombian peso (1 USD ≈ 3183.00 COP)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+57

Drives on theright

TimezoneBogota (UTC-5)

Nearest airportEl Dorado International Airport (BOG), 12 km

Emergency number123

UNESCO sites11

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,562 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.4M (2020)

Climate in Bogota

Warmest March, coolest July, driest September, sunniest March.

Monthly climate normals for Bogota, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	19.1°C	9.1°C	72mm	348h
February	19.9°C	9.5°C	98mm	319h
March	19.8°C	10°C	75mm	356h
April	19.3°C	9.8°C	61mm	346h
May	18.6°C	9.9°C	52mm	305h
June	18.3°C	9.3°C	36mm	329h
July	18.1°C	8.7°C	33mm	350h
August	19.1°C	9.1°C	31mm	351h
September	19.1°C	8.6°C	27mm	350h
October	19.4°C	9°C	72mm	325h
November	18.5°C	9.3°C	135mm	302h
December	19.2°C	8.4°C	47mm	356h

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

Colombia occupies the northwest corner of South America. It has an area twice that of France, with long coasts on the Caribbean and the Pacific Oceans, mountainous regions, and Amazon jungle areas inland. The ethnic groups and cultures are diverse.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Chiribiquete National Park
Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia
Historic Centre of Santa Cruz de Mompox
Inca road system
Los Katíos National Park
Malpelo Fauna and Flora Sanctuary
Port, Fortresses and Group of Monuments, Cartagena
San Agustin archeological park
San Basilio de Palenque
Santa Cruz de Mompós

Upcoming public holidays

October 12, 2026Día de la Raza

November 2, 2026Dia de los Santos

November 16, 2026Independencia de Cartagena

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About Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina, often referred to as Bosnia-Herzegovina or simply Bosnia, is a country in Southeast 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 ≈ 1.75 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	6.9°C	-3.2°C	25mm	219h
February	9.6°C	-0.5°C	85mm	211h
March	11°C	1.3°C	56mm	238h
April	16.6°C	4°C	30mm	322h
May	18.6°C	9.2°C	117mm	300h
June	21.6°C	12.5°C	166mm	346h
July	25.3°C	14.7°C	98mm	372h
August	26.5°C	16.5°C	82mm	362h
September	23.2°C	12.6°C	31mm	319h
October	17.2°C	7.4°C	94mm	264h
November	11.9°C	3.1°C	13mm	205h
December	9.4°C	1.7°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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