Croatia
General visa requirements for travelling to Croatia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (EU/EEA/Swiss Freedom of Movement)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Processing time
- N/A
- Fee
- None
- Validity
- Unlimited as EU/EEA/CH citizens
- Entry
- Multiple entry
EU, EEA (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and Swiss nationals have full freedom of movement within Croatia. No visa or residence permit required for any duration. Right to live and work freely under EU free movement of persons. National ID card or passport is sufficient for entry. Croatia has been an EU member state since July 1, 2013 and joined the Schengen area on January 1, 2023. After 3 months, EU citizens should register their stay with the local police.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Must be a citizen of an EU member state, EEA country (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), or Switzerland.
Documents you need
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Passport
Validity months: 0
Tourist visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Tourism)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days standard, up to 45 calendar days if additional checks needed
- Fee
- EUR 80 (adults), EUR 40 (children 6-11), free (children under 6)
- Validity
- 90 days within any 180-day period
- Entry
- Single entry
Standard Schengen Type C visa for tourism purposes. Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806 must apply at the Croatian embassy or consulate, or at authorized visa application centers (VFS Global). Applications may be submitted 6 months to 15 days before travel. Multiple-entry visas with longer validity may be issued for frequent travelers. Since Croatia is part of the Schengen area, a valid Schengen visa issued by any Schengen state is also valid for entry into Croatia.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806 who require a Schengen visa for short stays.
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover accommodation, living expenses, and return travel.
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Purpose of visit
Must demonstrate genuine tourism purpose with a clear itinerary and return travel plans.
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Criminal record
Must not be listed in the Schengen Information System (SIS). Must not pose a threat to public policy, internal security, or public health.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, colour, light background
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Bank statement
Months required: 3
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Travel insurance
Minimum coverage: 30000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation, rental agreement, invitation letter; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen visa application form
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: ["Embassy payment", "VFS Global"]; Amount: 80
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents including passport, photos, insurance, financial proof, accommodation proof, and flight reservations.
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form online or download and fill out the paper form from the Croatian MFA website.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Croatian embassy, consulate, or authorized VFS Global center in your country of residence.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 80 (adults) at the time of submission. Additional service fees may apply at VFS Global.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person at the embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center during your appointment.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data (10 fingerprints and digital photograph) unless done for another Schengen visa within the past 59 months.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days. May take up to 45 days if additional checks are required.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with the visa sticker from the embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center. Some locations offer courier delivery.
Tourist visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa-Free Access (Annex II Countries))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A
- Fee
- None (ETIAS EUR 7 from late 2026)
- Validity
- 90 days within any 180-day period
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Nationals of Annex II countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806 may enter Croatia and the Schengen Area without a visa for short stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Since Croatia joined the Schengen area on January 1, 2023, stays in Croatia count toward the 90/180 Schengen limit along with time spent in other Schengen states. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7) will be required from late 2026. The EES (Entry/Exit System) began operations in October 2025. Serbia exception: holders of passports issued by the Serbian Coordination Directorate are not visa-exempt.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Must hold a passport from an Annex II country listed in EU Regulation 2018/1806.
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Purpose of visit
Visit must be for tourism, business meetings, family visits, or other short-stay purposes. Not permitted to work or study.
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Criminal record
Must not be listed in the Schengen Information System (SIS) as inadmissible.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Travel insurance
Minimum coverage: 30000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation, host invitation letter; Must cover full stay: No