There is a continuing threat to Western targets in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with terrorist acts still carried out to this day. Foreigners are encouraged to be wary of their surroundings and not to draw too much attention to themselves in the more volatile regions, as tensions still run high from past conflicts.

There are a number of unexploded landmines in and around the country, and as such visitors should not stray from paved roads or common pedestrian areas.

It is also recommended that public protests and demonstrations should be avoided, as the police and military have been known to handle these situations with an iron fist.

Some areas in the country can be prone to destructive earthquakes.

Water should be boiled before consumption, unless it is bottled. Fruit and vegetables should be peeled and cooked, and though meat is generally considered safe to eat, it should be cooked and hot when consumed just to be on the safe side.

Immunisations against typhoid, polio, hepatitis A and B, diphtheria, tuberculosis and tick-borne encephalitis are recommended for visits, though short stays in five-star accommodation usually negate these needs.