Medical visa · Antarctica to Croatia

National Visa D - Medical Treatment (Long Stay)

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 180 days
• Processing time: 30 to 60 days
• Fee: EUR 70 (Visa D)
• Validity: Up to 6 months for medical treatment and recovery; extendable via temporary stay permit
• Entry: Multiple entry

National Visa D for medical treatment in Croatia requiring stays longer than 90 days. For treatments, surgeries, rehabilitation, and recovery periods that exceed the 90-day Schengen short-stay limit. Croatia offers competitive medical and dental tourism services, with hospitals in Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, and Osijek providing quality care. Thermal spas and rehabilitation centers along the coast and in inland Croatia are popular for recovery treatments. Patients requiring stays beyond 6 months may apply for a temporary stay permit for medical reasons.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Third-country nationals requiring medical treatment in Croatia for more than 90 days.

• Purpose of visit

  Medical treatment at a Croatian healthcare facility. Must provide documentation from both home country and Croatian medical institution.

  Includes

  • Medical treatment
• Financial

  Must demonstrate ability to cover all medical costs, accommodation, and living expenses for the treatment duration.

• Health

  Must provide comprehensive medical documentation supporting the treatment need.

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: 35x45mm

• Accommodation proof

  Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

  Accepted types: Hospital admission or accommodation booking; Must cover full stay: No

• Medical certificate

  Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Visa D application form for medical treatment

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: ["Embassy payment"]; Amount: 70

• Private health insurance

  Coverage territory: Croatia; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather medical reports, hospital admission/appointment confirmation, treatment plan, passport, photos, financial proof, health insurance, and accommodation proof.

2. Online application

   Complete Visa D application form for medical treatment.

3. Appointment booking

   Book appointment at Croatian embassy or consulate.

4. Fee payment

   Pay Visa D fee of approximately EUR 70.

5. Document submission

   Submit all documents in person.

6. Biometrics

   Provide biometric data.

7. Processing wait

   Wait for processing, typically 30-60 days.

8. Visa collection

   Collect Visa D. Register your address at the local police within 3 days of arrival in Croatia.

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.