Bosnian visa for Costa Rican citizens
A visa is NOT required for Costa Rican 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 Costa Rican citizens to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bosnia and Herzegovina e-visa for Costa Rican citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bosnia and Herzegovina visa on arrival for Costa Rican citizens | Not Available | |
Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Costa Rican 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 Costa Rica, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bosnia and Herzegovina nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of in Washington, ~ 3309.03 kilometers (2056.14 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 38 minutes).
- New York: The Consulate General of in New York, ~ 3579.58 kilometers (2224.25 mi) away from San Jose, Costa Rica. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 38 minutes).
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission offices to Costa Rica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Costa Rica traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Costa Rica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 97 | N/A |
| 2009 | 93 | -4.12% |
| 2010 | 109 | 17.20% |
| 2011 | 118 | 8.26% |
| 2012 | 132 | 11.86% |
| 2013 | 159 | 20.45% |
| 2014 | 161 | 1.26% |
| 2015 | 203 | 26.09% |
| 2016 | 233 | 14.78% |
| 2017 | 277 | 18.88% |
| 2018 | 316 | 14.08% |
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 & Costa Rica comparison
Bosnia and Herzegovina's area is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi), while the area of Costa Rica is approximately 51,060 km2 (19,714 sq mi). This means Costa Rica is 0.12% larger than Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As of October 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's population is ~3.2 million people - 2,147,693 fewer people than the population of Costa Rica.
We have highlighted Bosnia and Herzegovina & Costa Rica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Costa Rica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,180,754 | 5,328,447 | 2.1 million fewer people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina than Costa Rica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 98 | Bosnia and Herzegovina has 42 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Costa Rica. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 111 | Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visit 29 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 52 | Bosnian hosts 2 more foreign missions than Costa Rica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Costa Rica travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina in one year?
The number of visitors from Costa Rica visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2018 was approximately 316.
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Useful Information
- Sarajevo to San Jose: 10703.24 km (6650.68 mi)
- Travel time: 22 hours 17 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025