Croatia
General visa requirements for travelling to Croatia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Journalist visa (Journalist / Media Visa (Type C Short-Stay or Visa D Long-Stay))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days (Type C), 30-60 days (Visa D)
- Fee
- EUR 80 (Type C) or EUR 70 (Visa D)
- Validity
- Type C: 90 days in 180-day period; Visa D: up to 6 months, extendable with temporary stay permit
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For non-EU journalists seeking to report from Croatia. Short-term press coverage (up to 90 days) can use a Schengen Type C visa or visa-free entry for eligible nationalities. For long-term media assignments, a Visa D and subsequent temporary stay permit are required. Journalists covering events in Croatia should carry press credentials and a letter of assignment from their media organization. Croatia's media landscape is regulated by the Agency for Electronic Media. Foreign correspondents should also register with the Croatian Journalists' Association (HND) for accreditation. Visa-free country nationals can enter without a visa for short-term press coverage.
Eligibility
-
Nationality
Third-country nationals (non-EU/EEA/Swiss) working as journalists for recognized media organizations. Visa-free country nationals do not need a visa for short-term press coverage.
-
Employment
Must be employed or commissioned by a recognized media organization and have valid press credentials and letter of assignment.
Required status: Employed by recognized media organization
-
Purpose of visit
Journalistic work and reporting from Croatia.
-
Criminal record
Must have no criminal record.
Documents you need
-
Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
-
Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 35x45mm
-
Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
-
Travel insurance
Minimum coverage: 30000
-
Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation; Must cover full stay: No
-
Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen visa (Type C) or Visa D application
-
Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
-
Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: ["Embassy payment"]; Amount: 80
-
Press credentials
Provide a press card, assignment letter or accreditation from the media organisation you represent.
How to apply
-
Document gathering
Gather passport, photos, letter of assignment from media organization, press credentials, CV, financial proof, health insurance, and accommodation proof.
-
Online application
Complete Schengen visa (Type C) or Visa D application form.
-
Appointment booking
Book appointment at the Croatian embassy or consulate.
-
Fee payment
Pay visa fee (EUR 80 for Type C, EUR 70 for Visa D).
-
Document submission
Submit all documents in person at the embassy or consulate.
-
Biometrics
Provide biometric data if required.
-
Processing wait
Wait for processing: 15 calendar days (Type C) or 30-60 days (Visa D).
-
Visa collection
Collect visa. Upon arrival for long-term assignments, register with the Croatian Journalists' Association (HND) for accreditation and apply for temporary stay permit at the local police administration.