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Passport renewal in Bosnia & Herzegovina

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova / Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Renewing a Bosnian passport involves submitting an application at a local Ministry of Internal Affairs office. Applicants must provide biometric data, including photographs and fingerprints, to the authorized government office.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to initiate the renewal process at least 30 to 60 days before the intended date of travel or before the document expires, to account for standard administrative processing times and potential delays in peak seasons.

Start 30 days ahead

The standard legal processing period is typically 30 days, though expedited services may be available depending on the specific cantonal office.

The process

  1. 1Verify the specific requirements and operating hours at the local Ministry of Internal Affairs office based on the applicant's place of residence.
  2. 2Gather the necessary identification documents and proof of payment for the processing fee.
  3. 3Visit the designated office in person to submit the application, as the process requires live biometric data collection (fingerprints and digital photo).
  4. 4Submit the application and receive a confirmation receipt for the collection of the new passport.
  5. 5Retrieve the new passport in person from the same office once notification is received that it is ready.

What to bring

  • Previous passport
  • Identification card (Lična karta)
  • Proof of payment of the passport fee
  • Birth certificate (if required by the specific office)

Who handles it

Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova / Ministry of Internal Affairs

https://www.mup.gov.ba/

Fees vary by category and processing speed; applicants should confirm the current fee schedule with their local cantonal Ministry of Internal Affairs.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure that personal data on the existing identity card matches the records in the civil registry to avoid processing delays.
  • Check whether the local office requires a prior appointment or if walk-ins are permitted.
  • Verify that the payment slip is filled out with the correct administrative codes corresponding to the specific region.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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