Bulgarian visa for Bosnian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bosnian passport holders visiting Bulgaria for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bosnian citizens to enter Bulgaria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bulgaria e-visa for Bosnian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bulgaria visa on arrival for Bosnian citizens | Not Available | |
Bulgaria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bosnian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bulgaria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bulgaria.
If you are looking for Bulgaria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bosnia and Herzegovina, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria nearest your place of residence.
- Sarajevo: The Embassy of Bulgaria in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (Working hours: Close now)
Bulgaria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bulgaria diplomatic mission offices to Bosnia and Herzegovina for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina traveling to Bulgaria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bosnia and Herzegovina) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6,936 | N/A |
| 2009 | 6,887 | -0.71% |
| 2010 | 7,256 | 5.36% |
| 2011 | 7,594 | 4.66% |
| 2012 | 7,849 | 3.36% |
| 2013 | 8,278 | 5.47% |
| 2014 | 8,773 | 5.98% |
| 2015 | 8,519 | -2.90% |
| 2016 | 9,902 | 16.23% |
| 2017 | 10,660 | 7.66% |
| 2018 | 11,128 | 4.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bulgaria & Bosnia and Herzegovina comparison
Bulgaria's area is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi), while the area of Bosnia and Herzegovina is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi). This means Bosnia and Herzegovina is 2.13 times smaller than Bulgaria.
As of October 2025, Bulgaria's population is ~6.7 million people - 3,510,598 more people than the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
We have highlighted Bulgaria & Bosnia and Herzegovina’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bulgaria | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,691,352 | 3,180,754 | 3.5 million more people live in Bulgaria than Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 155 | 56 | Bulgaria has 99 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 82 | Bulgaria passport holders can visit 47 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 164 | 54 | Bulgarian hosts 110 more foreign missions than Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina travel to Bulgaria in one year?
The number of visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina visiting Bulgaria in 2018 was approximately 11,128.
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