Currency in Bosnia and Herzegovina – The Bosnia-Herzegovina Convertible Marka (BAM)

The official currency of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the Convertible Marka, abbreviated internationally as BAM.

What Does the Convertible Marka Look Like?

Banknotes currently in circulation include denominations of:

• 1 marka
• 5 marka
• 10 marka
• 20 marka
• 50 marka
• 100 marka
• 200 marka

Coins in use include:

• 1 fening
• 5 fening
• 10 fening
• 20 fening
• 50 fening
• 1 marka
• 2 marka

One Convertible Marka is subdivided into 100 feninga.

Unique Features of Bosnia-Herzegovina Banknotes

Bosnian banknotes are designed to reflect the country’s cultural heritage, architecture, and historical figures.

• The 1 marka note features Petar Kočić.
• The 5 marka note showcases Meša Selimović.
• The 10 marka note highlights Ivo Andrić.
• The 20 marka note depicts iconic architecture and historic landmarks of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• The 50 marka note features cultural motifs representing the country’s diverse heritage.
• The 100 marka note highlights important historical events and national symbols.
• The 200 marka note emphasises Bosnia-Herzegovina’s economic and cultural development.

Modern Convertible Marka banknotes are printed on durable cotton-based paper and include advanced security features such as:

• Watermarks and embedded security threads
• Colour-shifting inks and holographic elements
• Microprinting and fine-line patterns

How Much is the Convertible Marka Worth?

The Convertible Marka is pegged to the euro, providing stability and predictable value for trade and exchange.

You can find the current exchange rate for the Bosnia-Herzegovina Marka at the top of this page in the “Exchange Rate” section.

You can follow the live BAM rate in the "Currencies" tab or visit our live exchange charts page.