Recommendation to BiH citizens: Do not travel to Palestine and Israel

(Patria) - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of BiH issued a statement today regarding the latest developments in the Middle East.

The MFA does not recommend that citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina travel to Palestine, especially the Gaza Strip.

They point out that there have been no conflicts in the West Bank so far, but it is still advisable not to travel there unless absolutely necessary.

"Citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina who are in this country can, if necessary, contact the Embassies of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Amman (Jordan) or Cairo (Egypt), with the provided details of their first and last name, address of residence in BiH, BiH passport number, and place of residence in Palestine, as well as with necessary contact information, in order to find a way to provide support," the MFA states.

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— Ministry of Foreign Affairs of BiH (@mfa_bih) October 9, 2023

They state that citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina are also not recommended to travel to Israel.

"Citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina who are in this country can, if necessary, contact the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Tel Aviv with the provided details of their first and last name, address of residence in BiH, BiH passport number, and place of residence in Israel, as well as with necessary contact information, in order to find a way to provide support," the MFA statement says.

For additional information, you can contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of BiH by phone: +387 33 281 234 and e-mail: [email protected].