The heart of southeastern Europe
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
Bosnia & Herzegovina is a picturesque country renowned for its medieval architecture, diverse cultural tapestry, and breathtaking landscapes, including mountains and rivers.
Capital
Sarajevo
Continent
Europe
Currency
Convertible Mark (BAM)
Language
Bosnian
Croatian
Serbian
Time-Zone
GST -3hrs (Winter)
GST -2hrs (Summer)
Flight Time
5-6hrs
Did you know… Bosnia & Herzegovina is home to the world’s last remaining forest of Perucica, one of Europe’s few primeval forests, where some trees are over 300 years old and reach heights of more than 50m.
THE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Let the journey begin.
Europe, the world’s second-smallest continent, is situated entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south.
Europe is home to 44 countries, each offering a rich tapestry of cultures, histories, and landscapes, from the snow-capped peaks of the Alps to the sun-drenched beaches of the Mediterranean.
Bosnia & Herzegovina experiences a continental climate with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters, especially in the mountainous regions. Coastal areas have a Mediterranean influence, leading to milder winters and warmer, wetter summers.
Bosnia & Herzegovina use the Convertible Mark (BAM), which was introduced in 1998, replacing the Bosnian Dinar.
Parents should ensure that their child’s documents are eligible to travel to Bosnia & Herzegovina and match the criteria below.
If your child needs a visa to travel to Bosnia & Herzegovina, you must apply for it using the same passport that holds their UAE residency visa.
Please check all sample documents below, and relevant official checklists to ensure specific criteria are met.
Passport Validity (Minimum):
3 months after expected return to UAE
UAE Residency Validity (Minimum):
90 days after expected return to UAE
School/College NOC Required:
Yes
Parent/Guardian NOC Required:
Yes
Schengen Visa
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Visa Classification: Type C
Visa Type: Single/Multiple Entry
Visa Fee (Aged 6-12): EUR 45
Visa Fee (Aged 12+): EUR 90
Validity: Varies depending on travel history
To apply for your child’s visa, visit the Bosnian & Herzegovinian Embassy website to begin the process.
All steps have been outlined below for your reference:
The earliest you can apply is 6 months before departure.
Due to the high demand for visa appointments, we would recommend that you schedule your child’s visa appointment as soon as the trip has been confirmed.
If you are fortunate to receive a prompt appointment, please ensure you have enough time to request the supporting documents from both the school and trip provider.
Parent/Guardian to provide:
- Bosnia & Herzegovina visa application checklist
- Bosnia & Herzegovina visa application form
- 1 x studio-quality passport photograph (<6 months old)
- Photocopy of child’s passport
- Photocopy of child’s UAE residency visa
- Photocopy of child’s Emirates ID
- Photocopy of all child’s previous visas
- Photocopy of child’s birth certificate (English)
- Parental no objection certificate (NOC)
- Photocopy of parent/guardian(s) passport
- Photocopy of parent/guardian(s) UAE residency visa
- Salary certificate (From the child’s UAE sponsors employer)
- Trade licence (If child’s UAE sponsor is self-employed)
- Bank statements (Last 3 months, original, stamped by the bank, in the name of the child’s UAE sponsor). Foreign accounts will not be considered.
- Pay slips (Last 3 months, in the name of the child’s UAE sponsor)
- Divorce certificate (If applicable)
Parent/Guardian to request from school:
- School no objection certificate – the NOC should include the child’s full name as per their passport, along with the details and ID copy of the accompanying teacher(s).
Parent/Guardian to request from trip provider:
- Invitation letter
- Flight confirmation
- Proof of accommodation
- Full day-to-day itinerary
- Travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum coverage & repatriation)
Unless extenuating circumstances, it is mandatory for both parent/guardian(s) to attend the biometric appointment with the travelling student. This requirement is of utmost importance.
On average, visa applications take 30 calendar days.
Yes, the Bosnian & Herzegovinian Embassy/Consulate will keep your child’s passport whilst their application is being processed.
If you cannot secure an appointment via the website, we’d recommend you contact the Embassy directly to seek assistance.
- Bosnian & Herzegovinian Embassy, UAE Website
- +971 2 644 4164
- [email protected]
- Villa 60, Al Rdoum Street, Al Nahyan Camp, Abu Dhabi, UAE