Sarajevo at a glance
- Sarajevo is the capital and the largest city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, home to about 700,000 people.
- It's the largest place in Federation of B&H.
- Towns nearby: Visoko (21 km), Kiseljak (24 km) and Kakanj (37 km).
Dating by city / Bosnia and Herzegovina / Federation of B&H / Sarajevo
Singles in Sarajevo
No one from Sarajevo has a public profile here yet. Create yours and people nearby will be able to find you.
Where to meet in Sarajevo
For a first meeting in Sarajevo, keep it simple: coffee in the centre, a walk in a park or along the main street, maybe a small concert. An hour is enough to know whether you want a second date.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Sarajevo
Who can I meet near Sarajevo?
Within 50 km of Sarajevo there are 15 towns and cities — Visoko, Konjic and Kakanj among them — with more than 810,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Sarajevo?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Sarajevo and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Sarajevo real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Sarajevo?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.