Health & Vaccination

No special vaccinations are needed for a stay in Bosnia & Herzegovina. Medical facilities in urban centers are of good standard and guarantee a basic level of medical care in rural areas. In order to prevent cases of diarrhea, however, we recommend to avoid drinking tap water.

When it comes to the Corona virus (COVID-19), we follow the recommendations made by the German Federal Foreign Office as well as the local authorities and the German Embassy on site. In case of any change of the health situation, the tour might be subject to according changes we will inform you about as soon as possible.

Language

The de facto official languages in Bosnia & Herzegovina are Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian.

English is lingua franca and will serve you well while travelling, especially in urban centers.

Local Currency

The official currency in Bosnia & Herzegovina is the Convertible Mark (KM). It is very easy to exchange money (Euros or US Dollars) anywhere in the country or to withdraw cash with a debit or credit card, as the banks have numerous branches. We recommend to bring part of the money in cash, and take a debit or credit card with you as well. Withdrawal fees might vary according to the regulations of your home bank.

Security

Security is not a major issue in Bosnia & Herzegovina.

In planning out tours, we follow the recommendations and statements issued by the German Federal Foreign Office. Our route only leads us through areas deemed safe by the Office. While doing so, we keep close contact with the German Embassy and local authorities on the ground.

In case of any change of the security situation, the tour route might be subject to according changes.

Visa

Only a passport with a minimum three months validity at the time of travel is required for entry into Bosnia & Herzegovina, German citizens do not need to apply for a visa.

 

Visa regulations might change at any time. If so, we will inform you in time before the tour start.