Electrical sockets in Bosnia and Herzegovina are one of three electrical socket types: Type C (CEE 7/16 Europlug) and Type F (CEE 7/4 Schuko). If your appliance’s plug doesn’t match the shape of these sockets, you will need a travel plug adapter in order to plug in. Travel plug adapters simply change the shape of your appliance’s plug to match whatever type of socket you need to plug into. If it’s crucial to be able to plug in no matter what, bring an adapter for all types.Electrical sockets in Bosnia and Herzegovina usually supply electricity at 220-240 volts AC. If you’re plugging in an appliance that was built for 220-240 volt electrical input, or an appliance that is compatible with multiple voltages, then an adapter is all you need. If your appliance isn’t compatible with 220-240 volts, a voltage converter will be necessary.

CurrencyThe currency in Bosnia and Herzegovina is the Konvertibilna Marka (BAM; symbol KM) = 100 feninga. Notes are in denominations of KM200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 and 50 feninga. Coins are available in denominations of KM2 and 1, and 50, 20 and 10 feninga. Some Euro notes (but not coins) are widely accepted.The Euro and US Dollar are the preferred foreign currencies. The Pound Sterling is rarely used. Some shops will accept Euro cash for payment on a 2KM = 1 Euro basis.Banking Monday – Friday 08h00 – 19h00 Credit cards are generally accepted in top hotels and restaurants, and some gift shops. ATMs are becoming increasingly common in cities like Sarajevo, Mostar and Banja Luka, and even smaller towns. However, an emergency supply of cash is still advisable.Bosnia and Herzegovina is mostly a cash-only economy and traveller’s cheques are exchanged only at select banks.

Like most of the Balkans, the cuisine of Bosnia and Herzegovina is a product of the colourful interaction between cultures that typifies the region. The Ottoman Turks, who held sway over the area from the 15th century, had perhaps the biggest impact, bringing with them the lamb or beef sausages, filo pastries, spicy meats and kebabs that are consumed en masse in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Specialties include Jagnjetina (flame-grilled lamb or mutton); Baklava (sweet nuts and honey in pastry); and Rakija (Bosnia’s take on the potent cocktail usually derived from plum or apple).Tap water is of good quality and safe to drink. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat, although it is advisable to peel vegetables and fruit and only eat cooked meat and fish. Unpasteurised milk must be boiled. Avoid dairy products that are likely to have been made from unboiled milk.In restaurants, a 10 percent tip is standard.

Dominated by mountainous and hilly terrain, and drained by major rivers to the north (Sava) and east (Drina), Bosnia and Herzegovina has a climate that is as variable as the rest of the former Yugoslav federation, with moderate continental climatic conditions generally the norm (very cold winters and hot summers).

Travel by road is the usual means of transport in Bosnia and Herzegovina. During winter and spring, block ice and landslides can make driving difficult. Road conditions are varied. The safety and condition of urban roads is generally fair, although rural road maintenance is seriously lacking. Be cautious when driving at night or during winter, and keep to the main roads.Driving is on the right hand side of the road.There is a good rail service.

In winter, heavyweight clothing and overcoat. In summer, lightweight clothing and raincoats are required, with mediumweight clothing at times in the colder and wetter north, and at higher altitudes elsewhere.