Driving permit
To drive a vehicle, you’ll need both:
a current Australian driver’s licence
a valid international driving permit (IDP)
Driving without an IDP could void your travel and vehicle insurance. Get your IDP before departing Australia.
The minimum age for driving is 18 years old.
Road travel
The road traffic death rate in Bosnia and Herzegovina is significantly higher than in Australia.
Driving can be dangerous due to:
bad roads
poor road lighting
poorly maintained vehicles
drivers ignoring road rules or driving under the influence of alcohol
Black ice, fog and landslides can make roads hazardous in winter and spring.
Avoid driving off-road in rural areas in case of landmines.
Driver’s insurance
You need the correct insurance cover to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina in a vehicle. If you don’t, border police will direct you to an insurer at the border crossing to buy insurance.
If travelling by car, research and prepare before entry.
Not all border crossings have an insurer’s office, and credit card payments aren’t always possible.
Local traffic laws
You must always have your headlights on (even during the day).
From 1 November to 1 April, you must use winter tyres or tyres with snow chains.
The blood alcohol limit is 0.03%. For drivers younger than 21 or with less than 3 years of driving experience, the limit is 0%.
Police can collect traffic fines on the spot.
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Motorcycles
Check with your travel insurer if your policy covers you for riding a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.
Always wear a helmet.
Taxis
Taxis are available in most towns and for inter-city travel.
Use only registered taxis with licence plates beginning with ‘TA’.
Ensure the meter is running throughout your trip. Pay particular attention at the airport.
Public transport
Public transport is usually reliable but can be crowded, and standards vary. Be wary of pickpockets.
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Air travel
DFAT doesn’t provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.
Check Bosnia and Herzegovina’s air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.
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