Yes — you NEED a valid passport to travel from Dubrovnik to Mostar. The trip crosses an international border from Croatia into Bosnia and Herzegovina, and you cannot cross without one. A national ID card is not a substitute for most travelers. Bring your actual passport on the day — a photo or copy will not get you across.
Why you need it
Dubrovnik is in Croatia (an EU and Schengen member); Mostar is in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which is outside both. That means a full international border crossing in each direction, with document checks for everyone in the vehicle.
What to check before you travel
- Validity — make sure your passport is valid and not close to expiry. Some nationalities need validity beyond their travel dates.
- Visa requirements — many nationalities (EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia and others) do not need a visa for a short visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, but this depends on your nationality and is your responsibility to confirm.
- Children — every traveler needs their own valid passport, including infants and children.
Always confirm current entry rules for your nationality with an official source — your government's foreign-travel advice or the Bosnia and Herzegovina authorities — before you travel. Rules can change, and visa eligibility is the traveler's responsibility. [VERIFY: link official sources before launch]
On the day
Keep your passport on you, not in your main luggage — you'll need it in hand at the border. If you're travelling with us, having every passport ready helps the whole small group clear the crossing quickly.
Mostar & Kravice Waterfalls Semi-Private Tour
Visit Kravice Waterfalls and the Old Bridge in Mostar from Dubrovnik with a maximum of eight guests. Convenient pickup, a friendly local guide and a more efficient journey than a large coach.
