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1. What currency can I pay with?
The official currency of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the Convertible Mark
(Konvertibilna Maraka or KM). It is officially abbreviated as BAM. This
currency is tied to the EURO. Many private companies such as hotels,
restaurants and other salesmen (street vendors, taxis etc) accept EURO’s
for payment, but it is always good to ask beforehand to avoid surprises.
Occiasionally, other currencies are accepted as well. Expect your change
in KM however. You do not have to accept other currencies as change.
There are cash machines in all major cities in BiH.
2. My car insurance is not valid in Bosnia
and Herzegovina, can I buy one at the border?
Many European insurance agencies now cover BiH. It is important to check
before you leave. If you need insurance that your provider at home does
not cover, you may purchase insurance major bordercrossings.
3. Are there certain rules/etiquette about
taking photographs?
Like in any other country, it is always polite to ask the person you would
like to photograph if that is ok with them. It is not generally accepted
to photograph people praying in mosques or churches. Some villagers will
object to photographs, again, always ask first.
4. What about etiquette vis-à-vis the
various religions?
Secularism has affected all religions that are represented here. There are
of course very religious people, but they are also used to a secular
environment and tolerant like in most parts of Europe. It is therefore
difficult to offend anybody. There are a few habits that may be different
from what you are used to: many people prefer that you remove your shoes
before entering their home, this may be religion inspired, but more often
then not based on hygiene considerations. For the most part, you will find
the people to be very much like yourselves – there is no need to act any
different with Christians, Jews, or Muslims in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
5. As a lone or female traveler, am I safe
at night?
BiH is one of the safest countries in Europe. Independent female
travellers here have little or no problems. It is safe to walk back to
your hotel room at night anywhere in the country. Like any other country,
always use regular safety precautions. Be careful about random taxi
drivers, for example. Always use an official taxi stand to hail a cab.
Violent crimes against foreigners are almost non-existent in the country.
6. Is the water drinkable?
BiH has an exceptionally high quality of drinking water. Water from the
tap is safe to drink as well as most places in the mountains or fountains
in towns or along the side of the road.
7. Do I need any vaccinations?
No vaccinations are needed upon entry into BiH.
8. What about visas?
EU citizens do not need a visa to enter BiH nor do American and
Canadian citizens. Check out the visa section on this portal for
further details on other countries or at
www.mfa.gov.ba.
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