Medical visa · Kuwait to Croatia

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Medical Treatment

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: 15 calendar days standard, up to 45 calendar days
• Fee: EUR 80 (adults)
• Validity: 90 days within any 180-day period
• Entry: Single entry

Schengen Type C visa for medical treatment in Croatia for stays up to 90 days. Croatia offers quality medical and dental tourism services, particularly in Zagreb, Split, and along the coast. For treatments requiring longer stays, a national Visa D must be applied for. Croatia has become a popular destination for dental tourism and thermal/spa treatments.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806.

• Purpose of visit

  Must be seeking specific medical treatment available in Croatia. Must provide documentation from both home country doctor and Croatian medical institution.

  Includes

  • Medical treatment
• Financial

  Must demonstrate ability to cover medical treatment costs, accommodation, and living expenses.

• Health

  Must provide medical documentation supporting the need for treatment in Croatia.

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, colour

• Travel insurance

  Minimum coverage: 30000

• Accommodation proof

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

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

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

• 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: Schengen visa application form

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: ["Embassy payment"]; Amount: 80

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather medical reports, hospital appointment confirmation, passport, photos, insurance, and financial documents.

2. Online application

   Complete the Schengen visa application form indicating medical treatment as purpose.

3. Appointment booking

   Book an appointment at the Croatian embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center.

4. Fee payment

   Pay the visa application fee of EUR 80.

5. Document submission

   Submit all documents in person during your appointment.

6. Biometrics

   Provide biometric data unless previously recorded within 59 months.

7. Processing wait

   Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.

8. Visa collection

   Collect your passport with the visa sticker.

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.