Can You Enter Bosnia with an ID Card?
Some nationalities can enter with a valid national identity card — but this does not apply to every visa-free traveller.
SHORT ANSWER
EU and Schengen citizens are among those who can use a valid ID card; Turkish travellers should use a passport.
The official Bosnia and Herzegovina MFA list names the countries whose citizens may use an identity card.
WHO CAN USE ID
The list is broader than the EU, but not universal
Bosnia and Herzegovina currently allows nationals of EU member states and Schengen states, plus several specifically listed countries, to enter using a valid identity card proving identity and citizenship.
TURKISH TRAVELLERS
For Türkiye, bring your passport
As checked in August 2026, Türkiye is not on the Bosnian MFA list of nationalities permitted to enter on an identity card. Turkish ordinary-passport holders are visa-free, but should travel with a valid passport.
BEFORE YOU FLY
Airlines can be stricter at check-in
Use the same document you plan to present at the border and confirm your carrier’s document requirements before departure.
FAQ
Quick questions
Can EU citizens enter Bosnia with an ID card?
Yes, the Bosnian MFA lists EU member-state citizens among those allowed to enter with a valid identity card.
Can Turkish citizens enter Bosnia with only a kimlik?
The current Bosnian MFA list does not include Türkiye, so Turkish travellers should use a valid passport.
Is Bosnia in Schengen?
No. Bosnia and Herzegovina has its own entry rules.