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Winter Tyres in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Quick answer: Yes. Winter tyres are compulsory in Bosnia and Herzegovina from 1 November to 1 April (whatever the weather). From 1 November to 1 April, all motor vehicles except motorcycles and tractors must have winter equipment whatever the weather. Today: In force now (1 Nov to 1 Apr).

Required?
Yes whatever the weather
Right now
In force now (1 Nov to 1 Apr)
Dates
1 November to 1 April

The rule

From 1 November to 1 April, all motor vehicles except motorcycles and tractors must have winter equipment whatever the weather.

What tyres count

One of: winter tyres (M+S, MS, M&S, Snow, Winter) on all wheels; winter tyres on the drive wheels plus chains for at least two drive wheels; or summer tyres on all wheels with at least 4 mm tread plus chains.

Snow chains

Required in the second and third options above, ready to fit on at least two drive wheels.

Studded tyres

Not confirmed. Check the official source below.

Fine

Police can order you to stop and fix it; if you do not, the vehicle is taken off the road and its registration certificate taken (Article 228). Fine amounts: not confirmed.

Tips for visiting drivers

Older guides give 15 November to 15 April; for winter 2026-27 BIHAMK gives 1 November to 1 April.

Notes: Legal basis cited by BIHAMK: the regulation on traffic in winter conditions (Pravilnik o saobracaju u zimskim uslovima).

Source

Official source and last check

BIHAMK (Bosnia and Herzegovina automobile club), 28 October 2026 · Cited, not copied · last checked

Also checked: BIHAMK: winter equipment in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Europe (22 October 2026)

Not confirmed on an official page: studs. We show "Not confirmed" rather than guess.

This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change and local signs always apply; check the official source before you travel. "Right now" is worked out from today's date and the dates above; where the rule depends on snow, ice or signs, it applies only when those are present.

Before you drive

Check the road and the weather

Will the roads be icy? Hour-by-hour check for your townWeather warnings in force todayDriving laws in Bosnia and Herzegovina: speed limits, drink-drive limitLive road accident reports: Bosnia and HerzegovinaStopping distance on snow and ice
Questions

Winter tyres in Bosnia and Herzegovina: FAQ

Are winter tyres compulsory in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Yes. Winter tyres are compulsory in Bosnia and Herzegovina from 1 November to 1 April (whatever the weather). From 1 November to 1 April, all motor vehicles except motorcycles and tractors must have winter equipment whatever the weather.
When do you need winter tyres in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
1 November to 1 April. Today: In force now (1 Nov to 1 Apr).
What winter tyres are accepted in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
One of: winter tyres (M+S, MS, M&S, Snow, Winter) on all wheels; winter tyres on the drive wheels plus chains for at least two drive wheels; or summer tyres on all wheels with at least 4 mm tread plus chains.
Do you need snow chains in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Required in the second and third options above, ready to fit on at least two drive wheels.
What is the fine in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Police can order you to stop and fix it; if you do not, the vehicle is taken off the road and its registration certificate taken (Article 228). Fine amounts: not confirmed.
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