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#CARD:Bosnia and Herzegovina:Travel\Consular Information
Bosnia & Herzegovina - Travel Warning
April 29, 1993
U. S. citizens are warned not to travel to Bosnia-Herzegovina for
any reason, because of the ongoing war. Additional information can be found
in the Department of State's Consular Information Sheet on Bosnia-Herzegovina.
No. 93-016
This repeats the warning for Bosnia-Herzegovina dated October 7, 1992, with
no change.
Bosnia & Herzegovina - Consular Information Sheet
April 29, 1993
Warning: The Department of State has issued a travel warning for Bosnia-
Herzegovina. U.S. citizens are warned not to travel to Bosnia-Herzegovina
for any reason, because of the ongoing war.
Country Description: Bosnia-Herzegovina is a nation which was formerly one
of the Yugoslav republics and is now involved in a civil war. This state of
war, resulting in deaths, destruction, food shortages and travel disruptions
affecting roads, airports and railways, makes travel to all parts of Bosnia-
Herzegovina extremely hazardous. Travel to Eastern Bosnia, and the capital
city of Sarajevo is particularly dangerous.
Entry Requirements: A passport is required. Permission to enter Bosnia-
Herzegovina is currently granted at the border on a case-by-case basis. The
loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to
the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
Medical Facilities: Health facilities are minimal or non-existent; most
medicines are unobtainable. Further information on health matters can be
obtained from the Centers for Disease Control's international hotline at
(404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: General lawlessness and deteriorating economic
conditions have brought an increase in crime. Adequate police response in
the event of an emergency is doubtful. Anti-American sentiments run high in
many parts of the country, particularly in Serbian dominated areas. The
Department of State's pamphlets "A Safe Trip Abroad" and "Tips for Travelers
to Eastern Europe" are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. They provide useful
information on travel to the region and protecting personal security while
traveling abroad.
Currency Information: It is impossible to use credit cards or to cash
traveler's checks.
Other Information: Roadblocks manned by local militias are numerous. These
militia groups frequently confiscate relief goods and trucks, and may
otherwise behave unprofessionally. U.S. citizens are reminded that they are
subject to the laws of the country in which they are traveling. The popular
religious shrine at Medjugorje is located within Bosnia-Herzegovina's
borders. Consular services are not available to U.S. citizens traveling in
Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Registration: U.S. citizens visiting or remaining in Bosnia-Herzegovina,
despite the warning, who register at either the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade or
in Zagreb can obtain updated information on travel and security within
Bosnia-Herzegovina. Embassy assistance is limited, however, because of
conflict in the area, lack of communications and reduced Embassy staffing.
Embassy Location: There is no U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo, the capital of
Bosnia-Herzegovina. The United States Information Service (USIS) Center
formerly located in Sarajevo is closed. The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade,
Serbia is located at Kneza Milosa 50, telephone (381-11) 645-655. The U.S.
Embassy in Zagreb, Croatia is located at Andrije Hebranga 2, telephone (385-
41) 444-800.
No. 93-066
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 7, 1992, to note
the unavailability of consular services within Bosnia-Herzegovina and to add
information on reporting the loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD