Swiss visa for Bosnian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bosnian passport holders visiting Switzerland for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bosnian citizens to enter Switzerland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Switzerland e-visa for Bosnian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Switzerland visa on arrival for Bosnian citizens | Not Available | |
Switzerland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bosnian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Switzerland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Switzerland.
If you are looking for Switzerland 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 Switzerland nearest your place of residence.
- Sarajevo: The Embassy of Switzerland in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (Working hours: Close now)
Switzerland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Switzerland 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 Switzerland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bosnia and Herzegovina) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 10,330 | N/A |
| 2009 | 9,953 | -3.65% |
| 2010 | 10,354 | 4.03% |
| 2011 | 10,241 | -1.09% |
| 2012 | 10,279 | 0.37% |
| 2013 | 10,760 | 4.68% |
| 2014 | 10,990 | 2.14% |
| 2015 | 11,166 | 1.60% |
| 2016 | 11,046 | -1.07% |
| 2017 | 11,867 | 7.43% |
| 2018 | 12,434 | 4.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Switzerland & Bosnia and Herzegovina comparison
Switzerland's area is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi), while the area of Bosnia and Herzegovina is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi). This means Bosnia and Herzegovina is 29.06% larger than Switzerland.
As of October 2025, Switzerland's population is ~9.0 million people - 5,794,089 more people than the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
We have highlighted Switzerland & Bosnia and Herzegovina’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Switzerland | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,974,843 | 3,180,754 | 5.8 million more people live in Switzerland than Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 146 | 56 | Switzerland has 90 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 142 | 82 | Switzerland passport holders can visit 60 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 268 | 54 | Swiss hosts 214 more foreign missions than Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina travel to Switzerland in one year?
The number of visitors from Bosnia and Herzegovina visiting Switzerland in 2018 was approximately 12,434.
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