City in Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Internet in Banja Luka: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Banja Luka?
Median fixed broadband in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 37 Mbps and mobile is 26 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café wifi is common and fine for general work; no established coworking space was confirmed.
Getting online in Banja Luka
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre and cable from m:tel and Telemach in most buildings; around 30–50 BAM a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Café wifi is common and fine for general work; no established coworking space was confirmed. |
| Tourist SIM | Bring your passport. BH Telecom is strongest in Sarajevo, m:tel in Republika Srpska, HT Eronet in Herzegovina. Data is cheap; EU SIMs pay roaming. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | BH Telecom, m:tel, HT Eronet |
| Monthly data plan | KM15–30 ($8.6–17.3) |
Coworking in Banja Luka
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Banja Luka?
Median fixed broadband in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 37 Mbps and mobile is 26 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café wifi is common and fine for general work; no established coworking space was confirmed.
Which SIM card should I get in Banja Luka?
Bring your passport. BH Telecom is strongest in Sarajevo, m:tel in Republika Srpska, HT Eronet in Herzegovina. Data is cheap; EU SIMs pay roaming.
Can I use an eSIM in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Bosnia and Herzegovina
- BH Telecom
- m:tel
- HT Eronet
- Banja Luka International Airport
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.