Bosnian visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swiss 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 Swiss citizens to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bosnia and Herzegovina e-visa for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bosnia and Herzegovina visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss 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 Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bosnia and Herzegovina nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 17 minutes)
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,154 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,012 | -3.42% |
| 2010 | 4,709 | 17.37% |
| 2011 | 5,057 | 7.39% |
| 2012 | 5,663 | 11.98% |
| 2013 | 6,824 | 20.50% |
| 2014 | 6,914 | 1.32% |
| 2015 | 8,746 | 26.50% |
| 2016 | 10,036 | 14.75% |
| 2017 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2018 | 0 | % |
| 2019 | 0 | % |
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 & Switzerland comparison
Bosnia and Herzegovina's area is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 29.06% smaller than Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As of October 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's population is ~3.2 million people - 5,794,089 fewer people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Bosnia and Herzegovina & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,180,754 | 8,974,843 | 5.8 million fewer people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 146 | Bosnia and Herzegovina has 90 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 142 | Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visit 60 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 268 | Bosnian hosts 214 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2019 was approximately 0.
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- Travel time: 2 hours 3 minutes
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