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
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806.
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Purpose of visit
Must be seeking specific medical treatment available in Croatia. Must provide documentation from both home country doctor and Croatian medical institution.
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to cover medical treatment costs, accommodation, and living expenses.
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Health
Must provide medical documentation supporting the need for treatment in Croatia.
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
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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: Hospital admission or hotel booking; Must cover full stay: No
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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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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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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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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: ["Embassy payment"]; Amount: 80
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather medical reports, hospital appointment confirmation, passport, photos, insurance, and financial documents.
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form indicating medical treatment as purpose.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Croatian embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 80.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person during your appointment.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data unless previously recorded within 59 months.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with the visa sticker.