Bosnia and Herzegovina Toll Roads Complete Guide: Motorway Rates and Payment 2026
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Toll Roads Complete Guide
System: Point tolls on motorways and expressways; staffed booths and automated lanes; no national electronic tag system
Operators: JP Autoceste FBiH (Federation of BiH entity); JP Putevi RS (Republika Srpska entity)
Currency: Convertible Mark (KM / BAM); 1 EUR = 1.9558 KM (fixed)
Coverage: A1 (Zenica–Sarajevo–Mostar corridor), A2, portions of other motorways; road network largely incomplete with ongoing construction
Technology: Manual staffed booths; cash and card payment; limited automated lanes on newer sections
Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Bosnia and Herzegovina? 2026 Update
Yes, on the motorway network. Bosnia and Herzegovina's motorway system is still being built — the completed sections of the A1 (the Corridor Vc, connecting Hungary through BiH to the Adriatic) and other roads charge point tolls at manual or automated barriers. Regional and rural roads are toll-free.
Key Reality: BiH toll rates are among the lowest in the Western Balkans. The Convertible Mark (KM) is fixed to the euro at a 1:1.9558 rate, so approximate euro equivalents are straightforward to calculate. Cash (KM) is the dominant payment method; card acceptance is improving but not universal across all plazas.
2026 Update: Significant sections of the Corridor Vc motorway continued to open in 2025, extending the A1 network further north and south. As new sections open, new toll plazas are added. The total motorway toll paid on a full Corridor Vc transit of BiH is expected to increase modestly as the network grows. No major tariff restructuring was announced for 2026.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Toll Costs: Current Rates
BiH uses a weight and axle-based vehicle classification system. Rates shown are for the Federation of BiH entity (JP Autoceste FBiH); Republika Srpska rates on their sections are similar.
Vehicle Classification
| Category | Vehicles |
|---|---|
| I | Motorcycles |
| II | Passenger cars and vehicles up to 3.5 t (2 axles, height up to 1.3 m) |
| III | Vans, minibuses, vehicles over 1.3 m height (2 axles, up to 3.5 t) |
| IV | Trucks and buses over 3.5 t (2 axles) |
| V | Heavy trucks and articulated lorries (3+ axles) |
Sample Rates: A1 / Corridor Vc (2026)
| Section | Cat. II Car (KM) | Cat. II Car (EUR approx.) | Cat. V HGV (KM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zenica — Sarajevo (A1) | 5.00–8.00 | ~€2.60–€4.10 | 20.00–35.00 |
| Sarajevo — Mostar (A1) | 6.00–9.00 | ~€3.10–€4.60 | 22.00–40.00 |
| Full Corridor Vc transit (current completed sections) | ~20.00–30.00 | ~€10–€15 | 80.00–130.00 |
Rates approximate; vary by individual plaza. Corridor Vc full transit figure will increase as new sections open with additional toll plazas. Verify rates at jpcfbih.ba.
How to Pay Bosnia and Herzegovina Tolls
1. Cash (KM / EUR):
- Convertible Mark (KM / BAM) is the official currency; most plazas also accept euros informally
- Change is given at staffed booths; having small KM notes is useful at older plazas
2. Credit / Debit Card:
- Visa and Mastercard accepted at most major plazas on the A1; contactless available at newer terminals
- Some older or lower-traffic plazas may be cash-only — always carry KM or EUR as a backup
To calculate toll costs for routes through Bosnia and Herzegovina, use the TollGuru Bosnia and Herzegovina toll calculator:
Enforcement and Penalties
- Manual barriers at all toll plazas prevent passage without payment
- Traffic police (Policija) are present at major plazas and on motorway patrols
- Toll evasion is treated as a traffic offence; fines and potential vehicle detention apply
- Foreign-registered vehicles may be required to pay outstanding tolls before being permitted to leave the country at border crossings
Recent Changes (2026)
- Corridor Vc expansion: New motorway sections of the A1 Corridor Vc north of Zenica and south of Mostar continued to open in 2025, progressively completing the route toward the Croatian and Serbian borders
- Card terminal upgrades: JP Autoceste FBiH rolled out contactless card terminals at A1 toll plazas through 2024–2025, improving payment convenience for foreign visitors
- ETC feasibility: The BiH government and World Bank have discussed introducing an electronic toll collection system to replace cash-based operations; no implementation timeline has been confirmed as of 2026
- EU candidate status: Bosnia and Herzegovina received EU candidate status in December 2022; infrastructure alignment with EU standards, including electronic tolling, is part of the accession process
Planning Your Journey
- Budget approximately €10–€15 in tolls for a car completing the full Corridor Vc transit (Hungary border–Croatia border via Sarajevo); this will increase slightly as new sections open with their own plazas
- Since the Pelješac Bridge opened in 2022, driving from Sarajevo to Split or Dubrovnik no longer requires crossing into Croatia and back through the Neum corridor — Corridor Vc to the Croatian border is now the continuous route
- Mountain roads (especially the old road through Ivan Sedlo south of Sarajevo) are toll-free alternatives to the motorway but significantly slower and unsuitable for HGVs in winter
- Currency exchange is widely available at border crossings; ATMs in Sarajevo, Mostar, and other towns provide KM
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use euros at Bosnian toll booths?
Often yes, informally — many booths accept euros given the fixed KM-EUR rate (1 EUR ≈ 1.96 KM). Official payment is in KM; operators may apply a slightly rounded rate when giving change in euros. Having some KM is recommended to avoid confusion.
Is the A1 motorway complete through Bosnia?
Not yet. Corridor Vc (A1) is the main project but construction is ongoing. By 2026, the Zenica–Sarajevo–Mostar section is largely complete; northern and southern extensions are in progress. Some sections still require travel on older two-lane highways while the motorway is under construction.
Do I need a Green Card for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Yes. BiH participates in the Green Card international motor insurance scheme. A valid Green Card or proof of third-party insurance covering BiH is required. Most EU insurers cover BiH; verify with yours before travel.
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Neighbouring Countries
| Country | System Type | Typical Car Cost (transit) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Point tolls (cash/card at booths) | ~€10–€15 (full Corridor Vc) | Low rates; network still expanding |
| Croatia | Point tolls (ENC / cash / card) | ~€0.07/km on A1 | ENC tag provides 5–10% discount |
| Serbia | Point tolls (cash/card) | RSD 3–8/km | ETC tag available |
| Montenegro | Point tolls (cash/card) | €2–€10 per section | Sozina Tunnel €3.50 per car |
Official Resources
- JP Autoceste FBiH — Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina motorway company; A1 toll rates, plaza locations, road maps
- JP Putevi RS — Republika Srpska roads company; RS entity motorway and road tolling information
