Croatia tourist visa application, requirements, price, and processing time

Visa application form. To be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant (field no 37 and last field), or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors.

Original passport. Issued within the last 10 years, with expiry date exceeding the expiry date of the requested visa by a minimum of three months, and containing at least two empty pages (back to back). Clear Photocopy of front and last page and used pages (Current passport and last 02 old passports).

Passport-type photograph. Two recent colored photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

Proof of Employment. Employed: a) Certificate of the current employment from employer stating employer's full name address and telephone no., applicant's length of service b) NOC Letter from the employer c) Salary slip for 6 months. Self-employed: a) Copy of Income Tax Return for last three years b) Company registration copy with director naming list/ partnership deed. Student: a) Leave Sanction Letter, School ID Card and NOC from school mentioning the travel dates.

Itinerary. Copy of confirmed round trip tickets or itinerary.

Flight reservations. Flight itinerary issued by a travel agency or an airline.

Proof of accommodation. Ensured accommodation for the stay in Croatia: hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc., guaranteed and confirmed on applicant’s name with complete address, contact person and phone number in Croatia. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee.

Guarantee Letter. Original Letter of guarantee filled out by a guarantor – legal person from Croatia (format enclosed Jamstvenopismopravneosobe) Guarantor – legal person must enclose to the Letter of guarantee a document proving its liquidity (“Bon 1”, “Bon 2”, certificate of the commercial court that no liquidation proceedings have been initiated, etc.) The Letter of guarantee must be signed by the person authorized to represent the guarantor and certified by official stamp. If the original guarantee letter is submitted at the Division for Visas, Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia in Zagreb, Croatia.

For minors. For minors and persons deprived of legal capacity. visa application shall be submitted by a parent/legal representative, including: - birth certificate of the minor (if parents are legal guardians) - decision of the competent body designating the legal guardian

Personal letter. A personal letter from the applicant addressed to the Embassy of Croatia, explaining the purpose of the trip, dates of travel, cities to be visited, and place of accommodation. If self employed this letter should be on business letter head.

Travel Insurance. Insurance as per Schengen specification, matching with ticket dates with risk coverage of Euro 30,000

Bank statement. Copy of a recent bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds for the last three months.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Health insurance. Proof of international health insurance(travel or private health insurance must cover the territory of the Republic of Croatia) with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000, specifically covering travel to Schengen states is also required. The policy should cover all expenses for repatriation, emergency medical aid, and hospital treatment for the period of stay. Applicants can get a free quote and purchase valid travel insurance from our affiliate.

Proof of Employment. (contract of employment or other document proving that the person performs work through communication technology for a foreign employer or his own company which is not registered in the Republic of Croatia), that is
• statement from the employer or third-country national (as proof that the person performs work through communication technology), and
• contract of employment or service contract with a foreign employer, or
• copy of the registration of his own company and proof that he performs the said tasks through his own company.

Proof of Financial Support. Bank statement or proof of regular income. Pursuant to the Regulation on the manner of calculating and the amount of means of subsistence for third-country nationals in the Republic of Croatia (Official Gazette no. 14/21), the amount required on a monthly basis is a minimum of HRK 16,907.50. More precisely, if you intend to stay in the Republic of Croatia for 12 months, you need to prove that you have a minimum of HRK 202,890.00 available.

Criminal Record. Proof that he/she has not been convicted of criminal offences from his/her home country or a country in which he/she resided for more than one year immediately before arriving in the Republic of Croatia.

Proof of accommodation. Provide your address of stay or of intended stay in the Republic of Croatia. This is important for determining the police administration/police station which is locally competent for processing your application. If this is the first time you are applying and you do not have an address in the Republic of Croatia, you can provide a temporary address as the address of your intended stay (hostel/hotel if you have a reservation/confirmed reservation of accommodation).

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed online application form.

Original passport. It should contain at least two blank pages in order to be able to affix the Croatia visa sticker. Check the validity of your passport before you apply, since it must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you exit Croatia (Schengen territory). It must be no older than 10 years, as well.

Passport-type photograph. Please provide one recent (not older than 6 months) colour photograph, meeting the following requirements: Taken against a plain light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background; Clear quality and with the face in focus; Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless these are worn due to his/her religious belief or ethnic background.

Previous visas. Scanned copies of any previous visas for the country which have been issued to the applicant (if applicable).

Cover Letter. A cover letter in which you explain why you wish to visit Croatia and you give further details on your trip.

Itinerary. Round-trip flight itinerary, containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Croatia (Schengen area).

Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will stay in Croatia. I.e. Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Croatia.

Proof of Civil Status. This could be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, etc.

Proof of Sufficient Funds. For the period of stay in Croatia. According to the Croatian Immigration Office, a traveller has to attest possessing €95 per day if staying in a hotel and €45 when planning to get accommodated by cheaper means.

Travel Insurance. You are required to submit a document which confirms that you have purchased travel insurance for Croatia and the whole territory of Schengen, with a minimum €30,000 coverage for medical emergencies, and repatriation in case of death.

Invitation Letter. Invitation letter from the Croatian company you will be visiting and their details and address, accompanied with the dates of your visit.

Employment letter. In this letter should be stated why you will be travelling to Croatia and that your employer permits you to leave throughout that period.

Bank statement. Business bank statement, preferably for the last 6 months.

Memorandum and Article of Association. It should be submitted in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies).

Trade License. Trade License (first issued and present renewal).

In case of sponsored trip. Regarding your expenses during your whole stay in Croatia, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.

Additional documents. Additionally, you will need to provide the embassy/consulate with documents that prove you meet Croatia visa requirements based on your employment status:

(1) If employed:
– Employment contract
– Current bank statement of the latest 6 months
– Leave permission from the employer
– Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salary.

(2) If self-employed:
– A copy of your business license
– Company bank statement of the latest 6 months
– Income Tax Return (ITR).

(3) If a student:
– Proof of enrolment
– No-objection certificate from school or university
– Advertisements.

(4) If retired:
– Pension statement of the latest 6 months.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed online application form.

Original passport. It should contain at least two blank pages in order to be able to affix the Croatia visa sticker. Check the validity of your passport before you apply, since it must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you exit Croatia (Schengen territory). It must be no older than 10 years, as well.

Passport-type photograph. Please provide one recent (not older than 6 months) colour photograph, meeting the following requirements: Taken against a plain light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background; Clear quality and with the face in focus; Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless these are worn due to his/her religious belief or ethnic background.

Previous visas. Scanned copies of any previous visas for the country which have been issued to the applicant (if applicable).

Cover Letter. A cover letter in which you explain why you wish to visit Croatia and you give further details on your trip.

Itinerary. Round-trip flight itinerary, containing the dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Croatia (Schengen area).

Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will stay in Croatia. I.e. Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Croatia.

Proof of Civil Status. This could be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, etc.

Proof of Sufficient Funds. For the period of stay in Croatia. According to the Croatian Immigration Office, a traveller has to attest possessing €95 per day if staying in a hotel and €45 when planning to get accommodated by cheaper means.

Travel Insurance. You are required to submit a document which confirms that you have purchased travel insurance for Croatia and the whole territory of Schengen, with a minimum €30,000 coverage for medical emergencies, and repatriation in case of death.

Additional documents. Additionally, you will need to provide the embassy/consulate with documents that prove you meet Croatia visa requirements based on your employment status:

(1) If employed:
– Employment contract
– Current bank statement of the latest 6 months
– Leave permission from the employer
– Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salary.

(2) If self-employed:
– A copy of your business license
– Company bank statement of the latest 6 months
– Income Tax Return (ITR).

(3) If a student:
– Proof of enrolment
– No-objection certificate from school or university
– Advertisements.

(4) If retired:
– Pension statement of the latest 6 months.