Pedestrian crossingBosnia and Herzegovina
Traffic rules
Bosnia and Herzegovina
1. Pedestrian crossing
A pedestrian crossing is a designated place where pedestrians may cross a road. It is commonly indicated by road markings, traffic signs, signals or a combination of these measures.
Drivers must approach with appropriate caution and give way when required by local law. Pedestrians must also observe approaching traffic and follow any pedestrian signals or instructions from authorised traffic controllers.
When must drivers give way at a pedestrian crossing in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
At an uncontrolled marked crossing, Article 111 requires drivers to stop for pedestrians crossing, entering or clearly showing that they intend to cross. At a signal-controlled crossing, obey the signal and do not obstruct pedestrians already on it. Approach at a speed that allows a safe stop.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
Are all pedestrian crossings controlled the same way in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
A warning that pedestrians may cross ahead is different from a marked or signal-controlled crossing. Look for the actual crossing marking, pedestrian signals and any supplemental signs.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
Crossing for pedestrians.
English • Traffic sign III-6 • Marked pedestrian crossing. Marks the crossing's location.
Bosanski • III-6 • Obilježeni pješački prijelaz. Mjesto obilježenog pješačkog prijelaza.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (JankoBot56 • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Ms.ks.gov.ba • Pravilnik o saobraćajnim znakovima • član 36, tačka 5
Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gigillo83 • Public domain • Original revision 2022-10-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against Ms.ks.gov.ba • official published diagram III-6.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • Public domain • Source revision 2022-10-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Warning for a pedestrian crossing.
English • Traffic sign I-19 • Marked pedestrian crossing. Warns of a marked crossing ahead.
Bosanski • I-19 • Obilježeni pješački prijelaz. Približavanje obilježenom pješačkom prijelazu.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (No.cilepogača • CC BY-SA 4.0)
🔗 Ms.ks.gov.ba • Pravilnik o saobraćajnim znakovima • član 21, tačka 10
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
No.cilepogača • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2022-07-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
May I enter a pedestrian crossing if the road beyond it is blocked in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Do not queue on the crossing or conceal pedestrians from approaching drivers. Wait before entering until there is space to clear the crossing, and do not overtake or pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian where that would endanger anyone.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
Must Bosnian pedestrians use a crossing facility within 100 metres?
Yes. Use a marked or specially constructed pedestrian crossing facility when it is no more than 100 metres away.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
May Bosnian pedestrians use a phone or earphones in both ears while crossing?
No. Article 108 prohibits mobile-phone use and earphones in both ears while moving on the carriageway.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
How must Bosnian pedestrians cross a carriageway or cycle track?
Carefully and by the shortest route, after checking that crossing is safe.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
What must Bosnian pedestrians assess before using an uncontrolled marked crossing?
The distance and speed of approaching vehicles.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
May Bosnian pedestrians step out away from a marked crossing if this obstructs vehicles?
No. Article 110 prohibits entering the carriageway in those circumstances.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
May Bosnian pedestrians linger unnecessarily in the carriageway?
No. They must not remain there unnecessarily or move in a way that obstructs vehicle traffic.
🔗 parlament.ba • Bosnia and Herzegovina — Articles 108–112
🔗 mup.ks.gov.ba • Official gazette 35/2026 — full enacted amendment, Sarajevo Police copy
🔗 sluzbenilist.ba • Official Gazette — 35/2026 amendment, operative text and commencement
