French GuianaBosnia and Herzegovina: Visa-free

French GuianaBosnia and Herzegovina

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

Visa-free

No. France passport holders do not need a visa to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

French Guiana does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

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

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

No. France passport holders do not need a visa to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can France citizens stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

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.

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 French Guiana

French Guiana, also known by its French name Guyane or Guyane française, is an overseas department and region of France located on the northern coast of South America in the Guianas and the West Indies. Bordered by Suriname to the west and Brazil to the east and south, French Guiana covers a total area of 84,000 km2 (32,000 sq mi) and a land area of 83,534 km2 (32,253 sq mi). As of January 2026, it is home to 298,554 people.

RegionSouth America

Area83,534 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+594

Drives on theright

Climate in French Guiana

Warmest October, coolest January, driest October, sunniest October. Best time to visit: January, February, March, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for French Guiana, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.3°C	21.7°C	136mm	272h
February	28.7°C	21.4°C	112mm	269h
March	29.7°C	22.1°C	189mm	271h
April	28°C	22.3°C	604mm	166h
May	28.1°C	22.5°C	514mm	179h
June	28.6°C	22.1°C	383mm	234h
July	29.4°C	21.8°C	202mm	285h
August	30.4°C	22.1°C	136mm	322h
September	32°C	22.2°C	74mm	323h
October	32.9°C	22.8°C	71mm	334h
November	28.6°C	22.3°C	310mm	213h
December	28.5°C	22.1°C	240mm	258h

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

French Guiana is an overseas French department and region in the Amazonia region of South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Brazil and Suriname. It is governed as an overseas department of France with the same rights and privileges granted to all other French departments, and it benefits financially from the arrangement. Compared to the other "Guianas", French Guiana has the most visible preserved rainforest and a more relaxed and organized lifestyle, but also the highest prices and the least backpacker infrastructure.

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Toussaint

November 11, 2026Armistice de 1918

December 25, 2026Noël

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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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