Croatia Schengen Visa
From$399.99
- 90 days validity
- Stay up to 90 days per entry
- Single entry
- As fast as 45 days
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Croatia visa requirements
Whether you need a visa for Croatia depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip. Croatia is part of the Schengen Area, so travelers who do not have visa-free access apply for a Schengen Visa for short-term stays such as tourism, business, or family visits. iVisa helps you prepare this travel document for your trip to Croatia.
Start your application and iVisa will confirm exactly which Croatia travel document you need based on your nationality and trip, then prepare, review, and file it for you.
General Croatia visa requirements are:
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date from Schengen)
- Digital photos
- Travel insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies
- Recent bank statements showing sufficient funds (typically €30–€70 per day of your stay)
- Flight and accommodation reservations
- Valid email address
Croatia visas available through iVisa
What each document covers, who it suits, and how it is issued.
Croatia Schengen VisaVisa
Travelers from eligible countries who do not have visa-free access to the European Union must apply for a Schengen Visa to visit Croatia and other Schengen member states. The Schengen Visa is a mandatory travel document for short-term stays (tourism, business, or family visits).
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Croatia Schengen Visa is for travelers whose nationality requires a visa to enter Croatia and is not on the visa-free list. It covers short-term visits for tourism, business, or seeing family.
- Permitted activities
- The short-stay visa (Type C) is intended for tourism, business, or family visits within the Schengen Area. It is not a work or long-stay residence permit.
- Duration of stay
- The standard short-stay visa allows a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, not just Croatia.
- How the process works
- You start the application online, and the Schengen rules require an in-person appointment at a Croatian Consulate or Visa Application Center (such as TLScontact or VFS Global) for biometrics and to submit your physical documents.
- Delivery format
- Once the Croatian authorities process your application, you receive your passport back with the visa sticker attached, ready for your trip.
- Validity
- 90 days
- Length of stay
- 90 days per entry
- Entry
- Single entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 45 days
Prices and processing times for every document are just below. See prices
Croatia visa prices and processing times
Clear, all-in pricing by visa type. The final checkout total includes our service fee.
Our Croatia visa application process
Complete the application
Answer a few simple questions and upload your documents, choose your processing speed, and pay securely. Most travelers finish in minutes.
We review and submit your application
Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Croatia government on your behalf.
Receive your Croatia travel document
Once approved, your Croatia travel document arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
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I was very confused about the whole visa situation. I found out after paying almost $200 that I did not need one for Croatia. I cannot get refunded according to Hanz. I wish it would’ve clarified better.
I could apply for 2 on the same form which is helpful. Results were back within an hour, even better
Very confusing. Made me pay twice and then still says I'm not complete,
This is the second time we have used iVisa...Fast service...This service provides peace of mind...
I aciddentley order a visa that is not needed and no one has gotten back to me. So they beat me out of money. And there is no way to contact them.
I visa is straight forward and easy to fill out. Thanks for all the information needed for travel.
because i applied for evisa for croatia they submet for me heath decleration
Excellent service. answered all questions in less than a couple of hours and processed on announcement of entry in 24 hours .
The site is very confusing.. I get to point where it says I can download my accepted form of enty to Croatia. All I repeatedly get is a one page statement that states I have " successfully submitted the form. Announcement of entry into Republic of Croatia Number [redacted] and [redacted] " And that is all I get on the download. This has not been useful and I do not have any entry papers to show for money spent. Roger Brink 9/14/2021
Croatia visa FAQs
What travelers commonly ask about Croatia visas.
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Do I need a Croatia Schengen Visa?
If your nationality requires a visa to enter Croatia and is not on the visa-free list, you’ll need a Schengen Visa to enter Croatia and all other Schengen member states for tourism or business.
Can I apply for a Croatia Schengen Visa online?
While you can start the process and fill out the application form online through iVisa, the Schengen rules require you to attend an in-person appointment for biometric collection (fingerprints and photo) and to submit your physical documents at a consulate or visa center.
How will I receive the Croatia Schengen Visa?
After the Croatian authorities process your application, you will receive your passport back with the visa sticker attached, ready for your trip. You can also find a copy of your Schengen Visa confirmation in your iVisa dashboard if applied through us.
How long can I stay in Croatia?
The standard short-stay visa (Type C) allows you to stay for a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. This applies to the entire Schengen Zone, not just Croatia. If you have a multiple-entry visa, you must still adhere to the 90/180-day rule.
Can I extend my stay in Croatia?
Schengen Visa extensions are rarely granted. You can generally only extend your visa in cases of force majeure (e.g., natural disasters or flight cancellations), humanitarian reasons, or serious personal reasons that prevent you from leaving. You must apply at the local Foreigners' Authority before your visa expires.
Do children/minors need a Croatia Schengen Visa?
Yes. Every traveler, including infants and minors, requires their own visa. For minors, the application must be signed by both parents/legal guardians, and a birth certificate must be provided along with a notarized travel consent form if the child is traveling alone or with only one parent.
What is the difference between a Schengen Visa and ETIAS?
The Schengen Visa is for travelers who are not visa-exempt. The ETIAS (launching late 2026) is a digital travel authorization for citizens of visa-exempt countries (like the US, UK, and Canada). If you currently need a visa to enter Croatia, you will continue to need a Schengen Visa.
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