Bosnian citizens in Spain, and Spanish residents planning a trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina, can contact the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Madrid.
Contact Details
| Address | C/ Jorge Juan nº 78 - 7 B, 28009 Madrid, Spain |
| Telephone | +34 91 575 08 70 |
| Fax | +34 91 435 50 56 |
| info@embajadabh.es | |
| Head of Mission | Vesna Andree Zaimovic, Ambassador |
| National Day | 25 November |
Opening Hours
The Spanish Foreign Ministry’s list gives telephone hours only: 09:00–17:00. Call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at C/ Jorge Juan nº 78 - 7 B (28009 Madrid).
- Telephone hours: 09:00–17:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the Bosnian Embassy?
According to the Spanish diplomatic list, Bosnia and Herzegovina is represented by Ambassador Vesna Andree Zaimovic (since 21 February 2024). Three honorary consulates support Bosnian citizens in other parts of Spain.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Bosnian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Documents checklist
What Bosnian citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Bosnian government information:
Passport of Bosnia and Herzegovina (application abroad)
- Citizens living abroad for three months or longer apply through the embassy or consulate
- A valid identity card or another public document proving your identity
- Minors: application by one parent with the other parent’s consent, or by the legal guardian
- Standard processing: 30 days (urgent procedure up to 72 hours where the legal conditions are met); adult passports are valid 10 years
Sources: IDDEEA (Agency for Identification Documents of BiH) – passport, IDDEEA – travel documents (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Travelling from Spain to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Spanish citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Details: Spanish travel advice (Recomendaciones de viaje).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Spanish national holidays; Bosnian celebrations on 25 November (national day) usually mean a closure too. Regional holiday in the Community of Madrid: the Community of Madrid Day (2 May). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
Bosnian nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +34 91 575 08 70. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Spanish emergency number is 112. Spanish citizens who need help in Bosnia and Herzegovina contact the Spanish Embassy in Sarajevo.
Diplomatic missions of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Spain
Bosnia and Herzegovina in Spain
- Madrid – Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina (this page)
- Alicante – Honorary Consulate
- Barcelona – Honorary Consulate
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Madrid
What is the address of the Bosnian Embassy in Spain?
At C/ Jorge Juan nº 78 - 7 B, 28009 Madrid.
Who is the ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to Spain?
Vesna Andree Zaimovic, according to the Spanish diplomatic list of 30 September 2026.
Is the Bosnian Embassy closed on the national day?
The Spanish diplomatic list gives 25 November as the national day of Bosnia and Herzegovina; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Can Spanish nationals travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa?
No, not for short tourist stays – check the Spanish travel advice before booking.
Details checked on 9 October 2026. Sources: Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Lista del Cuerpo Diplomático (as of 30 September 2026), Spanish travel advice for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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