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Bosnia and Herzegovina

Item: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Rating: 8
Author: Safe for Jews

Caution

Country

Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Caution

Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum

Recent incidents in Bosnia and Herzegovina have raised concerns for Jewish and Israeli travelers. In August 2025, 47 Israeli tourists were stranded in Sarajevo after their passports were accidentally discarded by hotel staff. Additionally, Bosnia's national museum faced criticism for donating funds from a Jewish manuscript display to Gaza. These ev...

Last Updated: Jan 28, 2026