Finnish visa for Bosnian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bosnian passport holders visiting Finland for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bosnian citizens to enter Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Bosnian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Bosnian citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bosnian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland 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 Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Sarajevo: The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 2 minutes)
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland 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 Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bosnia and Herzegovina) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,993 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,664 | -10.99% |
| 2010 | 2,783 | 4.47% |
| 2011 | 3,148 | 13.12% |
| 2012 | 3,334 | 5.91% |
| 2013 | 3,356 | 0.66% |
| 2014 | 3,277 | -2.35% |
| 2015 | 3,146 | -4.00% |
| 2016 | 3,347 | 6.39% |
| 2017 | 3,816 | 14.01% |
| 2018 | 3,869 | 1.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Bosnia and Herzegovina comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Bosnia and Herzegovina is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi). This means Bosnia and Herzegovina is 5.96 times smaller than Finland.
As of October 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 2,401,521 more people than the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
We have highlighted Finland & Bosnia and Herzegovina’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 3,180,754 | 2.4 million more people live in Finland than Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 56 | Finland has 29 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 82 | Finland passport holders can visit 63 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 54 | Finnish hosts 108 more foreign missions than Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 3,869.
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- Travel time: 4 hours 6 minutes
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