Occurred Aug 27, 2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

First published Oct 18, 2026, 8:59:16 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 18, 2026, 8:59:16 PM UTC

Bosnia and Herzegovina Level 2 Travel Advisory: Exercise Increased Caution over Crime, Landmines, and Terrorism

Reported by U.S. State Department Travel Advisories

The advisory recommends increased caution in Bosnia and Herzegovina due to crime, landmines, and terrorism risks. It notes politically related unrest that has not affected tourists or the international community, while warning that bystanders could be affected.

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Affected location: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Illustrative image: Handshake between Bakir Izetbegović, on the left, and Štefan Füle, in the presence of Dragan Čović. — European Commission/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0

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Travelers are advised to account for stated safety risks, including landmines and unexploded ordnance throughout the country.

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