Bosnian visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bosnia and Herzegovina e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bosnia and Herzegovina visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bosnia and Herzegovina nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Pretoria, South Africa (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 8 minutes)
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,673 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,581 | -3.44% |
| 2010 | 3,030 | 17.40% |
| 2011 | 3,254 | 7.39% |
| 2012 | 3,644 | 11.99% |
| 2013 | 4,391 | 20.50% |
| 2014 | 4,449 | 1.32% |
| 2015 | 5,627 | 26.48% |
| 2016 | 6,457 | 14.75% |
| 2017 | 7,661 | 18.65% |
| 2018 | 8,740 | 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 & South Africa comparison
Bosnia and Herzegovina's area is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 23.79 times bigger than Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As of October 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's population is ~3.2 million people - 59,923,692 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Bosnia and Herzegovina & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,180,754 | 63,104,446 | 59.9 million fewer people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 124 | Bosnia and Herzegovina has 68 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 67 | Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders can visit 15 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 197 | Bosnian hosts 143 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2018 was approximately 8,740.
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