πŸ‡­πŸ‡·Croatia Visa for Indian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Croatia. Apply at a Croatia embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Indian citizens apply for a Croatia visa

No advance visa with these documents

Croatia officially admits Indian citizens without a pre-arranged visa when they hold certain third-country visas or residence permits.

Visa-free Β· up to 90 days

Schengen visa (any member state)EU / Schengen residence permit or PR

Uniform Schengen Type C visa must be for two or multiple entries, valid for all Schengen Area Member States. Conditions vary slightly per document β€” check each rule via the official source.

mvep.gov.hr β†—

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Croatia visa cost for Indian citizens

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, single/multiple entry)

EUR 90 (~$97)

Stays up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial source
mvep.gov.hr β†—

Applications are handled via VFS Global β€” the service fee for Indian applicants is about INR 2553 on top of the visa fee (varies by centre).

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 Β· sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Indian applicants

The exact documents Indian citizens must submit for Croatia, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

Required for every visa type below

"List of approved Indian insurances companies (pdf/List-of-approved-indian-insurance.pdf) and visa preconditions (pdf/Visa-Precondition-Document.pdf)" - Reason letter for why he/she havenΒ΄t used previous Croatian visa. - Letter in context of the reason why his/her visa was refused from other country.

touristOfficial Visit

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. - Two photographs : please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed (on prescribed format). Travel health insurance for residents of India has to be obtained from list of pre-approved travel health insurance companies. - Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; If the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - Letter of invitation issued by a Croatian state body or the organiser of an international meeting or manifestation organized under the auspices of the Croatian Parliament, the President of the Republic of Croatia or the Government of the Republic of Croatia - Members of official delegations who, following an official invitation, participate in meetings, consultations, negotiations or exchange programmes: Letter issued by the organiser confirming that the applicant is a member of the official delegation travelling to Croatia to participate in the above events, accompanying by the copy of the official invitation - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. The supporting documents may include: - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange Exceptionally, if the Invitation Letter indicates that the expenses are provided by the organizer, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present proof of sufficient funds. The supporting documents may include: pay slip and/or bank account statements about the balance and transactions on your bank account in the last three months, a pension slip, proof of scholarship received etc. - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation: hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Invitation. - 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 If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the parent/legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than three months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

touristTourist

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. Checklist for Tourist Visa (PDF checklist β†—) - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear photocopy of front and last page and all the used pages (Current passport and 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed (on prescribed format). Travel health insurance for residents of India has to be obtained from list of pre-approved travel health insurance companies. - Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; If the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - Letter of Guarantee by Natural Person (certified by a Public Notary in Croatia): in original or copy if the original is deposited at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs in Croatia; with the Letter of Guarantee the guarantor shall enclose proof of permanent source of income (pay slip, pension slip) in the last three months or adequate proof of having funds in a bank. Letter of Guarantee (pdf/letter-of-guarantee-nov-2021.pdf). The applicant receives a copy of the Letter of Guarantee so that (s)he may present proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia if requested to do so by border control authority. - Members of the immediate family of a Croatian citizen and a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA): Certificate from the Register of Births or Marriages and a photocopy of the ID card of the Croatian citizen or the EEA citizen; - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds. - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation: hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee. - For minors: birth certificate, If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a parent/legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than six months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

touristFamily or Friends Visit

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. Checklist for Private Visit Relative or Friend (PDF checklist β†—) - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear photocopy of front and last page and all the used pages (Current passport and 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed (on prescribed format). Travel health insurance for residents of India has to be obtained from list of pre-approved travel health insurance companies. - Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; If the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - Letter of Guarantee by Natural Person (certified by a Public Notary in Croatia): in original or copy if the original is deposited at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs in Croatia; with the Letter of Guarantee the guarantor shall enclose proof of permanent source of income (pay slip, pension slip) in the last three months or adequate proof of having funds in a bank. Letter of Guarantee (pdf/letter-of-guarantee-nov-2021.pdf). The applicant receives a copy of the Letter of Guarantee so that (s)he may present proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia if requested to do so by border control authority. - Members of the immediate family of a Croatian citizen and a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA): Certificate from the Register of Births or Marriages and a photocopy of the ID card of the Croatian citizen or the EEA citizen; - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds. - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation : hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee. - For minors: birth certificate, If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a parent/legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than six months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

medicalMedical Treatment

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. - Two photographs : please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed (on prescribed format). Travel health insurance for residents of India has to be obtained from list of pre-approved travel health insurance companies. - Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; If the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - document from medical institution confirming necessity for medical care in that institution and proof of sufficient financial means to pay for the treatment - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. The supporting documents may include: - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation: hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee or the Letter of Invitation. - 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 If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the parent/legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than three months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

transitTransit/Airport Transit

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear Photocopy of front and last page and used pages (Current passport and last 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. - Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation: travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car. - Proof of entry into a third county (visa issued for a third country, if required) or proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. The supporting documents may include: - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - 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 If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the parent/legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than six months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

otherCultural/Sport Events

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. Checklist for Cultural/Sport Events Visa (PDF checklist β†—) - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear Photocopy of front and last page and used pages (Current passport and last 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. - Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; if the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - Letter of Guarantee by a Legal Person –in original or copy if deposited at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs in Zagreb. Letter of Guarantee (pdf/letter-of-guarantee-nov-2021.pdf) - Invitation Letter (copy) if travelling on an invitation of a Croatian state authority, - For the purpose of study: proof of enrolment from the University/Faculty in Croatia - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds. The supporting documents may include: - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds.. - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation: hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee. - For birth certificate, If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a parent/legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than six months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

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studentStudy

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. Checklist for Student Visa (PDF checklist β†—) - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear Photocopy of front and last page and used pages (Current passport and last 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. - Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; if the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - Letter of Guarantee by a Legal Person –in original or copy if deposited at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs in Zagreb. Letter of Guarantee (pdf/letter-of-guarantee-nov-2021.pdf) - Invitation Letter (copy) if travelling on an invitation of a Croatian state authority, - For the purpose of study: proof of enrolment from the University/Faculty in Croatia - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds. The supporting documents may include: - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds.. - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation:hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee. - For birth certificate, If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a parent/legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than six months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

businessBusiness

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. Checklist for Business Visa (PDF checklist β†—) - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: Schengen Visa form (PDF checklist β†—). - Valid Passport - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear Photocopy of front and last page and used pages (Current passport and last 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for the territory of the Republic of Croatia during the entire stay in Croatia. Applicants for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visitTravel health insurance for residents of India has to be obtained from list of pre-approved travel health insurance companies. - Proof of residence for nationals other than India: a photocopy of the stay permit; - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat; registration card and driver's license if travelling by car; if the person is travelling to a third country, then proof of itinerary (travel ticket, etc.). - Accept copy of Guarantee Letter for Business and put a remark if the original Guarantee Letter was submitted at the MFS, Croatia - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - In case if the LETTER OF GUARANTEE (Natural/Legal) is sent from ZAGREB, the applicants would not be able to submit the copy of deposit slip as ZAGREB does not issue with any such slip. - in these cases, the applicant must attach the scan copy of the Letter of Guarantee along with a letter from the INVITING PERSON stating, β€œ the original Guarantee Letter has been deposited in the MFA, Zagreb, Croatia with the signatures of the Inviting person at the end. - If the applicant does not provide the above, application will not be acceptable. - Letter of Guarantee by Legal Person: in original or copy if the original is deposited at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs in Croatia; with the Letter of Guarantee, the guarantor shall enclose a proof of solvency (BON 1 or BON 2 Forms, or a confirmation of the Commercial Court that it is not in liquidation etc.); the applicant shall be handed a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee (pdf/letter-of-guarantee-nov-2021.pdf). The applicant receives a copy of the Letter of Guarantee so that (s)he may present proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia if requested to do so by border control authority. - Invitation Letter (copy) if travelling on the invitation by a Croatian state authority - Documents proving sufficient funds to support the stay in Croatia and to return to the state of residence or to travel to a third state. Exceptionally, if the Letter of Guarantee/Invitation Letter indicates the guarantor is fully accepting all the expenses related to visiting and departing from Croatia, the applicant can be exempt from the requirement to present the proof of sufficient funds. The supporting documents may include: - Three months bank statement (saving and current a/c, as applicable), and - Three years Income Tax returns (personal and company, as applicable), and - Copy of international credit card with three months credit card statement and - Endorsement on passport / receipt of purchase of foreign exchange - Proof of current social and professional status: - Service – Letter issued by the employer on company’s official letterhead establishing position of the employee in the company, years in service, grant of leave and salary certificate of the last three (3) months - Business/self-employed – Visa request letter on official letter head with company registration papers - Student – Letter from school / university for grant of leave and copy of the valid ID - Accommodation: hotel booking, private or other accommodation, real estate title deed or lease, proof of ownership or lease of a boat etc. Accommodation can be provided by the guarantor or the inviting party if so indicated in the Letter of Guarantee or the Letter of Invitation. - 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 If a minor is traveling without a parent/legal guardian, (s)he must carry a notarized consent of a legal guardian that shall contain personal information of the parent/legal guardian and the purpose, the period and length of stay in Croatia, the period for which the consent is issued, and the signature of the parent/legal guardian. - Proof of sufficient Funds: Three months bank statements (savings and current a/c, as applicable) in Original – duly signed and stamped by authorized official of the respective bank. The documents attached shall not be older than six months. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. The Embassy of Croatia may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (appostille) of the documents during the visa application process. - Please note that you may be required to come for a personal interview with the visa officer at the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia prior to a decision being made on your application. - Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued. - An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present all relevant documents, including copies of the Letters of Guarantee for both private and business visits. - The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form. - A foreign citizen may file a complaint against the decision to refuse a visa through the competent Embassy/Consulate of the Republic of Croatia, within 15 days from the date of receipt of the decision on visa refusal/annulment/revocation. The complaint shall be filed in Croatian with payment of Consular fee. Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution. Travel Itinerary Customer needs to only provide ONLY reservation of their flight tickets and Hotel Bookings - NO CONFIRMED BOOKINGS

otherResident Permit

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The requirements to apply in Residence Permit in category of Digital Nomads are as follows: - Original Apostille Police clearance certificate - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Either Travel Insurance or Private Health Insurance which should cover full stay in Croatia. - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia, which is proof that the applicant is employed or working through communication technology for the employer or his/her own business which is not registered in Republic of Croatia. For example - contract of employment or the statement of employer or confirmation of registration of his/her own company. - Proof that you have sufficient funds – which, according to the valid law, is 28.800,00 hrk or around 4000 Euro, shown in the bank statement. - The applicant have to fill out the Form β€ž1aβ€œ which can be found at the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Croatia (PDF checklist β†— (PDF checklist β†—)) - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for 30 days from date of travel.

workWork Permit

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com β†—) The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. Checklist for Work Permit (PDF checklist β†—) - Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant: PDF checklist β†— (PDF checklist β†—) - Valid Passport - Applicant's 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). No alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page. Clear Photocopy of front and last page and used pages (Current passport and last 02 old passports) - Two photographs: please see the information on the Photo Specification page. - Travel health insurance to cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. The insurance must be valid for 30 days from date of travel. - Cover letter: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Croatia - Copy of work permit - PCC copy with the copy of the legalisation stamp in case of applicant is Bangladeshi/Nepalese/Srilankan. - PCC copy with the copy of the appostile stamp from MEA in case the applicant is Indian National.

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Other Croatia visa categories (18)

These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Croatia. Eligibility varies by visa type β€” some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.

National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)

Allows third-country nationals who have been granted a temporary stay or work permit in Croatia to enter the country for stays exceeding 90 days, bridging until the residence permit is issued.

30 dayssingle entry

Croatian national Type D visa issued by Croatian diplomatic missions and consular offices since 1 January 2023. Valid only for Croatia; does not grant access to other Schengen states for more than 90 days. Typically issued to those who have already been granted a residence or work permit in Croatia. Max stay is up to 30 days on the visa itself; the underlying permit governs long-term stay.

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Stay and Work Permit (Single Permit)

A unified authorisation allowing third-country nationals to temporarily reside and work in Croatia under a specific employer and occupation.

365 daysmultiple entry

Single permit combining residence and work authorisation. Application submitted to competent police administration at employer's location. Fee: EUR 74.32 for permit + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 9.29 administrative fee. Labour market test required unless position is on deficit occupations list. Permit holder may work only for the specified employer and occupation. Employer fines EUR 6,630-19,900 per violation.

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Work Registration Certificate (Short-Term Work)

Short-term authorisation for third-country nationals to work in Croatia for up to 90 days or 30 days per calendar year without a full residence permit.

90 daysmultiple entry

Available in two durations: up to 90 days or up to 30 days annually. Fee: EUR 39.82. Applicants must hold valid travel document and employment contract. Does not confer residence rights beyond existing visa/visa-free entitlement.

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Seasonal Worker Permit

Permits third-country nationals to work in seasonal industries (agriculture, forestry, hospitality, tourism) in Croatia for limited periods each calendar year.

270 daysmultiple entry

Two sub-types: up to 90 days annually (no labour market test required) and up to 9 months (requires labour market test unless deficit occupation). Applications submitted via Croatian Employment Service (HZZ) platform. Covers agriculture, forestry, hospitality, and tourism sectors.

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EU Blue Card (Highly Qualified Worker Permit)

Residence and work permit for highly qualified third-country nationals with higher education qualifications working under a minimum one-year employment contract in Croatia.

multiple entry

Requires higher education diploma or equivalent, employment contract for minimum 1 year, salary at least 1.5x average gross annual salary in Croatia. Valid for the duration of the employment contract; as of 2025 amendments, can be up to 48 months. No labour market test required. Fee: EUR 74.32 permit + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 9.29 administrative. Path to long-term residence after 5 years (may aggregate time across EU states with minimum 2 years in Croatia). Statutory processing deadline: 60 days.

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Temporary Stay for Digital Nomads

Allows third-country nationals who work remotely via digital technology for a foreign employer or their own foreign-registered company to reside in Croatia for an extended period.

540 daysmultiple entryonline

Available to non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens only. Cannot work for Croatian employers or clients. Initial stay up to 18 months; extendable by 6 months if applied 60 days before expiry. New application possible 6 months after previous stay ends. Income requirement: minimum EUR 3,622.50/month (2.5x average Croatian monthly net salary), or lump sum EUR 43,470 for 12 months / EUR 65,205 for 18 months. Required documents: valid passport, health insurance, employment/business proof, bank statements, criminal record clearance, Croatian address. Fees: EUR 46.45 (temporary stay) + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 9.29 administrative. Visa-required nationals apply via embassy (additional Type D visa EUR 93). Online application available for visa-exempt nationals. Does not count toward permanent residence.

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Temporary Stay for Education (Student Permit)

Allows third-country nationals to reside in Croatia for the purpose of secondary school education or university studies.

365 daysmultiple entry

Granted for up to 1 year, renewable. Applicants must provide proof of enrolment, valid travel document with 3+ months validity beyond permit expiry, proof of financial self-sufficiency, health insurance, and clean criminal record. Fees: EUR 46.45 (temporary stay approval) + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Temporary Stay for Family Reunification

Allows close family members (spouses, common-law partners, minor children, parents of minor Croatian citizens) of Croatian nationals or lawfully residing third-country nationals to join them in Croatia.

365 daysmultiple entry

Eligible family members: spouses and common-law partners, minor children (biological, adopted, step), parents of minor Croatian citizens. Family members of seasonal workers generally ineligible. Documents required: marriage/birth/partnership certificates; common-law partnership can be proved by shared child's birth certificate, 3 years cohabitation proof, or witness statements. Family members of Croatian nationals exempt from providing certain documents (obtained ex officio). Fees: EUR 46.45 + EUR 31.85 biometric card + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Temporary Stay for Scientific Research

Allows third-country national researchers with a hosting agreement with a Croatian research institution to reside in Croatia to conduct scientific research.

365 daysmultiple entry

Requires hosting agreement with a Croatian research institution. Fees: EUR 46.45 + EUR 31.85 biometric card + EUR 9.29 administrative. Renewable annually.

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Temporary Stay for Humanitarian Grounds

Grants residence to third-country nationals who cannot return to their home country due to health crises, age-related issues, or as victims of domestic violence.

365 daysmultiple entry

Covers health crises, age-related inability to leave, and domestic violence victims. Applied for at police administration. Fees: EUR 46.45 + EUR 31.85 biometric card + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Self-Employment Residence and Work Permit (Business Owner)

Allows third-country nationals who own at least 51% of a Croatian-registered company or trade to reside and conduct business in Croatia.

365 daysmultiple entry

Requires minimum 51% ownership stake in a Croatian company or trade. No minimum investment threshold specified in official sources. Exempt from labour market test under Article 110 of the Aliens Act. Renewable annually. After 5 years of uninterrupted lawful residence, may qualify for long-term residence. Fee: EUR 74.32 permit + EUR 31.85 biometric card + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Long-Term Residence Permit (EU)

Grants stable, long-term EU residence status to third-country nationals who have legally resided in Croatia for at least 5 uninterrupted years.

multiple entry

Requires 5 years uninterrupted lawful temporary stay. Absences up to 10 months total over 5 years (single absence max 6 months) permitted. Also requires: valid travel document, financial self-sufficiency, health insurance, knowledge of Croatian language and Latin script. Language exemptions for children under school age, those educated in Croatia, and persons over 65. Fee: EUR 83.62 decision + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 13.94 certified copy.

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Permanent Stay Permit

Grants permanent residence rights in Croatia to qualifying third-country nationals including family members of Croatian citizens, diaspora members, long-term refugees, and others.

multiple entry

Eligible categories: (1) family members/life partners of Croatian citizens after 4 years uninterrupted temporary stay; (2) Croatian diaspora members or stateless persons after 3 years; (3) refugees with 10+ years status; (4) minor children of permanent/long-term residents after 3 years; (5) returnees in housing programs; (6) children born in Croatia without regulated status. Requires valid travel document, no security or public health threat. Fee: EUR 83.62 + EUR 31.85 biometric card.

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Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Permit

Allows a manager, specialist, or trainee employee of a company established outside the EU to be transferred to a Croatian branch, subsidiary, or group company of the same undertaking.

1095 daysmultiple entry

Croatia's implementation of EU Directive 2014/66/EU on intra-corporate transfers, listed as a distinct 'stay and work permit for intra-corporate transfer' on the official Work of third-country nationals page. Managers and specialists may be transferred for up to 3 years; trainees for up to 1 year. Requires prior employment within the group and an assignment letter/work contract. No labour market test required. Permits intra-EU mobility to group entities in other EU member states. Fee: EUR 74.32 permit + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Temporary Stay and Work of Posted Workers

Allows third-country nationals employed by a foreign company to be posted to Croatia to provide a service or perform work under a contract between the foreign employer and a Croatian entity.

multiple entry

Listed as a distinct work category ('temporary stay as a posted worker') alongside the single permit and EU Blue Card on the official Work of third-country nationals page. For workers posted to Croatia under a cross-border service contract; the foreign employer remains the employer. Duration is tied to the service contract/posting. No labour market test required in defined cases. Governed by the Croatian Aliens Act and EU posted-worker rules.

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Working Holiday Visa (Youth Mobility Scheme)

Allows young citizens of partner countries (New Zealand, Canada) to travel to Croatia for up to 12 months and take up incidental employment to supplement their travel funds.

365 daysmultiple entry

Croatia operates reciprocal youth-mobility/working-holiday schemes with two countries. New Zealand scheme (in force 11 August 2014): citizens aged 18-30, stay up to 12 months, may work but not more than 3 months for a single employer, may enrol in study/training up to 6 months, annual quota approx. 100. Canada Youth Mobility MoU (in force 2010, implemented 2011): citizens aged 18-35, stay up to 12 months, usable up to twice with a pause between stays. Applicants need a valid passport, return ticket or sufficient funds, proof of financial means, and health insurance; consular fee approx. USD 100. Temporary stay decision issued by Croatian police; processing up to 2 months. Not available to third-country nationals without such a bilateral agreement.

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Temporary Stay for Life Partnership

Allows a life partner or informal life partner of a Croatian citizen or of a third-country national lawfully residing in Croatia to reside in Croatia.

365 daysmultiple entry

Distinct temporary stay ground (Croatian: zivotno partnerstvo) separate from family reunification. Croatia recognises same-sex registered life partnerships. Proof of an informal life partnership may include a shared child's birth certificate, evidence of at least 3 years' cohabitation in a shared household, or witness statements. Granted for up to 1 year, renewable. Fees: EUR 46.45 temporary stay + EUR 31.85 biometric card (EUR 59.73 expedited) + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Temporary Stay of Long-Term Residents of Another EEA Member State

Allows third-country nationals who hold EU long-term resident (permanent stay) status in another EEA Member State to reside and work in Croatia.

365 daysmultiple entry

For third-country nationals granted EU long-term resident status in another EEA Member State under EU Directive 2003/109/EC. They may stay in Croatia up to 3 months without a permit; for stays exceeding 3 months they must apply for temporary stay at a police administration. Once granted, they may work in Croatia without a separate stay and work permit. Family members may also qualify. Renewable; can lead to Croatian long-term residence. Fees: EUR 46.45 temporary stay + EUR 31.85 biometric card + EUR 9.29 administrative.

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Croatia visa for Indian citizens β€” FAQ

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Croatia?

Yes β€” Indian citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Croatia embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.

What documents do Indian citizens need for Croatia?

A valid passport plus the Croatia document checklist for your visa type β€” Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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