The Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in The Hague represents Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Netherlands and serves Bosnian citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | Bezuidenhoutseweg 223, 2594 AL The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 358 85 05 |
| Fax | +31 70 358 43 67 |
| amb.hag@mvp.gov.ba | |
| Head of Mission | Almir Sahovic, Ambassador |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Bezuidenhoutseweg 223 (2594 AL The Hague).
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
About the Bosnian Embassy in The Hague
Almir Sahovic heads the embassy as ambassador; the Dutch protocol list gives 2 June 2021 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Unlike in most countries, the embassies in the Netherlands are not in the capital Amsterdam but in The Hague, the seat of government.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Bosnian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
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?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Travelling from the Netherlands to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short stays in Bosnia and Herzegovina (up to 90 days); according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a valid Dutch passport or identity card is accepted. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes the current entry rules in its travel advice (in Dutch); check it before booking.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Dutch holidays such as King’s Day (27 April), Ascension Day and Whit Monday. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Bosnian citizens should call the embassy on +31 70 358 85 05. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844. Dutch citizens who need help in Bosnia and Herzegovina can contact the Dutch Embassy in Sarajevo or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ 24/7 contact centre on +31 247 247 247.
Diplomatic missions of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Netherlands
Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in The Hague
What is the address of the Bosnian Embassy in the Netherlands?
At Bezuidenhoutseweg 223, 2594 AL The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Netherlands?
Almir Sahovic, who presented credentials on 2 June 2021, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Do I need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina with a Dutch passport?
No, not for short stays (up to 90 days) – a Dutch passport or ID card is accepted.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Bosnia and Herzegovina (Nederland Wereldwijd). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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