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CroatiaCroatia visa requirements for Bosnia and Herzegovina citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders do not need a visa for Croatia for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Croatia entry requirements for Bosnia and Herzegovina citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Croatia
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Official fees
| Item | Official fee |
|---|---|
| ETIAS (not yet required; once live) | €20 |
Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.
Recent rule changes for Croatia
- 2025-10-12: The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) started; it became fully operational at all Schengen external borders on 10 Apr 2026. Non-EU visitors register fingerprints and a facial image on first entry instead of passport stamps.
- 2026-10: ETIAS (travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, €20) is not yet operating. The EU says the start date will be announced several months in advance; no application is needed today.
Good to know
- Stays are limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen area.
- Apply for a visa at the consulate of the country of your main destination (or first entry if equal).
Croatia at a glance for travellers
- 93 of 198 passports can enter Croatia without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Bosnia and Herzegovina passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 105 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: applying for a Schengen visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: EES fully operational (10 Apr 2026) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | EU: ETIAS FAQ | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Croatia entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bosnia and Herzegovina citizens need a visa for Croatia?
No. Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders do not need a visa for Croatia for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders stay in Croatia?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders need for Croatia?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Croatia?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.