Bosnian visa for Dutch citizens
A visa is NOT required for Dutch 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 Dutch citizens to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bosnia and Herzegovina e-visa for Dutch citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bosnia and Herzegovina visa on arrival for Dutch citizens | Not Available | |
Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Dutch 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 Netherlands, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bosnia and Herzegovina nearest your place of residence.
- The Hague: The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in The Hague, Netherlands (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 35 minutes)
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission offices to Netherlands for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Netherlands traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Netherlands) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,606 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,483 | -3.41% |
| 2010 | 4,088 | 17.37% |
| 2011 | 4,390 | 7.39% |
| 2012 | 4,917 | 12.00% |
| 2013 | 5,925 | 20.50% |
| 2014 | 6,003 | 1.32% |
| 2015 | 7,594 | 26.50% |
| 2016 | 8,714 | 14.75% |
| 2017 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2018 | 0 | % |
| 2019 | 17 | % |
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 & Netherlands comparison
Bosnia and Herzegovina's area is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi), while the area of Netherlands is approximately 33,720 km2 (13,019 sq mi). This means Netherlands is 51.25% smaller than Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As of October 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's population is ~3.2 million people - 14,142,601 fewer people than the population of Netherlands.
We have highlighted Bosnia and Herzegovina & Netherlands’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Netherlands | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,180,754 | 17,323,355 | 14.1 million fewer people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina than Netherlands |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 152 | Bosnia and Herzegovina has 96 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Netherlands. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 146 | Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visit 64 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 173 | Bosnian hosts 119 fewer foreign missions than Netherlands. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Netherlands travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina in one year?
The number of visitors from Netherlands visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2019 was approximately 17.
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