Bosnian visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Canadian passport holders visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Canadian citizens to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bosnia and Herzegovina e-visa for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bosnia and Herzegovina visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
If you are looking for Bosnia and Herzegovina visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bosnia and Herzegovina nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 5 minutes)
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6,218 | N/A |
| 2009 | 6,218 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 6,091 | -2.04% |
| 2011 | 6,598 | 8.32% |
| 2012 | 6,218 | -5.76% |
| 2013 | 6,408 | 3.06% |
| 2014 | 6,281 | -1.98% |
| 2015 | 6,345 | 1.02% |
| 2016 | 6,091 | -4.00% |
| 2017 | 6,027 | -1.05% |
| 2018 | 6,154 | 2.11% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bosnia and Herzegovina & Canada comparison
Bosnia and Herzegovina's area is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 178.30 times bigger than Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As of October 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's population is ~3.2 million people - 36,240,925 fewer people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Bosnia and Herzegovina & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,180,754 | 39,421,679 | 36.2 million fewer people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 144 | Bosnia and Herzegovina has 88 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 129 | Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visit 47 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 469 | Bosnian hosts 415 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2018 was approximately 6,154.
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