Basic information

The country has not imposed any restrictions in the international heavy traffic.

Holidays

Public holidays 2026

• 1st January - New Year's Day
• 2nd January - New Year's (Day 2)
• 1st March - Independence Day
• 1st May - Labor Day
• 2nd May - Labor Day (Day 2)

Good to know

From 15th November to 15th April winter equipment is mandatory on all roads covered with snow. Minimum one pair of chains must be fitted on an axle load. All coaches and trucks should be equipped with snow shovels. The minimum tread depth is 4 mm.

Dipped headlights: The use of dipped headlights is mandatory 24h all year round.

The maximum blood-alcohol content: 0,03‰

Examples of fines collected on the spot for the following road offenses:

• not using seat belts – 7,5 Euro
• forcing the right of way – up to 25 Euro
• speeding – up to 100 Euro
• incorrect parking – up to 50 Euro

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS:

Assistance breakdown service is provided by Bosnian Herzegovinian Automobile Club (BIHAMK), the line is open 24h in Sarajevo – 1282

outside Sarajevo – 1282 or 033/1282

the police – 92

the fire brigade – 93

the emergency ambulance service: Sarajevo – 94