KuwaitCroatia
Kuwaiti passport · policy checked 11 Jul 2026
Visa required
Apply before you travel.
90
days
on a tourist visa
90
EUR · visa fee
about $97
≤60
days
processing time
VFS
visa application centre
How Kuwaiti citizens apply for a Croatia visa
- Lodge your application at a VFS Global visa application centre, with the completed form and required documents. Apply here ↗
No advance visa with these documents
Croatia admits Kuwaiti citizens without a pre-arranged visa on a valid document, Schengen Area Member States:
Visa-free · up to 90 days
Schengen visa (any member state)
Uniform Schengen Type C visa must be for two or multiple entries, valid for all.
mvep.gov.hr ↗Croatia visa cost for Kuwaiti citizens
EUR 90
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, single/multiple entry)
Lodged through VFS Global, whose service fee applies on top and varies by centre.
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, single/multiple entry)
Stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period
EUR 90
Croatia visa types for Kuwaiti citizens
Official VisitTouristdocuments
- Passport
- One photograph
- Travel health insurance
- Proof of
- Means of
- Letter of invitation issued by a Croatian state authority, 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 (copy)
- 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
- 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia if a third-country national is in possession of a certified Letter of Guarantee by Legal Person from the Republic of Croatia
- Proof of professional or student status:
- Accommodation
- 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
: 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.
: please see the information on the Photo Specification page.
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.
residence
for nationals other than Kuwait: a photocopy of the stay permit;
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.).
Exceptionally, if the 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.
evidence of employment; certificate of school attendance or proof of studying etc; for retired persons - proof of pension
: 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.
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.The documents attached shall not be older than three months.
TouristTouristdocuments
- 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.
- 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.).
- certificate of a paid tourist package;
- booking of a hotel or other accommodation;
- private accommodation booking (copy of the decision of the competent office in Croatia approving the renting)
- day to day itinerary with ensured accommodation for the entire stay
- proof of ownership or lease of a boat/yacht etc.;
- 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia if a third-country national is in possession proof of paid tourist package, or similar document
- For minors and persons deprived of legal capacity: visa application shall be submitted by a parent/legal representative, including:
- 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.
Croatian Embassy 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.
Short-Stay Schengen Visa (Type C)Tourist
90 daysmultiple entry
Allows foreign nationals to enter and stay in Croatia (and the broader Schengen Area) for purposes including tourism, business visits, family visits, or cultural/sporting events for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.
Schengen uniform Type C visa valid across all Schengen member states. Issued by Croatian diplomatic missions for nationals of Schengen Annex I countries. May be single or multiple entry. Visa fee set by EU Schengen Visa Code (currently EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children 6-12). Short-stay extensions possible at police stations for force majeure/serious personal reasons (EUR 30 fee). Cannot exceed 90 days in any 180-day period.
Official page ↗BusinessBusinessdocuments
TRAVEL PURPOSE: BUSINESS VISIT · LETTER OF INVITATION
- 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.
- Means of transportation
- 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.
- Documents proving sufficient funds
- 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia if a third-country national is in possession of a certified Letter of Guarantee by Legal Person from the Republic of Croatia
- 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.
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.).
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.
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 documents attached shall not be older than three months.
LETTERS OF GUARANTEE AND INVITATION LETTER
If a foreign citizen is coming for a business visit, upon submitting a visa application, (s)he shall submit, as a proof of the purpose of the stay, the original filled out form of the Letter of Guarantee by Legal Person. The guarantor - a legal entity from Croatia - shall authenticate the form by attaching the official seal and the signature of its authorized representative. 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 checklist ↗ (PDF checklist ↗) Both letters can be deposited at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs in Croatia, in which case the original is not required.
A foreign citizen coming to Croatia at the invitation of a Croatian national authority to attend an international conference of public interest or to participate in an event held under the auspices of the Croatian Parliament, the Croatian President and the Croatian Government, shall submit a Letter of Invitation of the Croatian national authority or the organizer of the international event with the visa application.
Croatian Embassy 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.
Airport Transit Visa (Type A)Transitdocuments
single entry
Allows third-country nationals to transit through the international transit area of a Croatian airport without entering Croatian territory.
- 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. Please copy all previous (valid and expired) visas and used pages.
- Proof of residence for nationals other than Kazakhstan: a photocopy of the stay permit;
- 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
- 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
(travel ticket, etc.).
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.
The documents attached shall not be older than three months.
Croatian Embassy 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.
Schengen Type A visa issued by Croatian diplomatic missions and consular offices since Croatia joined Schengen on 1 January 2023. Required only for nationals of certain countries that do not qualify for visa-free transit.
Official page ↗Medical TreatmentMedicaldocuments
- 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.
- Means of transportation
- document from medical institution confirming necessity for medical care in that institution and proof of sufficient financial means to pay for the treatment;
- 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.
- 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia if a third-country national is in possession of a certified Letter of Guarantee by Natural or Legal Person from the Republic of Croatia
- 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 and persons deprived of legal capacity:
- birth certificate of the minor (if parents are legal guardians)
- decision of the competent body designating the legal guardian
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.).
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.
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.
visa application shall be submitted by a parent/legal representative, including:
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.
The documents attached shall not be older than three months.
Family or Friends VisitFamilydocuments
- 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. Please copy all previous (valid and expired) visas and used pages.
- 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.).
- Letter of Guarantee by Natural Person
- 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia if a third-country national is in possession of a certified Letter of Guarantee by Natural or Legal Person from the Republic of Croatia
- 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.
(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.
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.
For the 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;
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 documents attached shall not be older than three months.
Temporary Stay for Family ReunificationFamily
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
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.
The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.
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.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay for Life PartnershipFamily
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
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.
The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.
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.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay for Education (Student Permit)Studentdocuments
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
Allows third-country nationals to reside in Croatia for the purpose of secondary school education or university studies.
Checklist filed by the visa centre as “Cultural/Sport Events/Study”
- 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.
- Means of transportation and intention to return to the country of residence: reservation of the return travel ticket, if travelling by car - registration card and driver's license;
- 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.
- 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia if a third-country national is in possession of a certified Letter of Guarantee by Legal Person from the Republic of Croatia
- 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.
- 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: birth certificate. If a minor is traveling without a 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.
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.
The documents attached shall not be older than three months Croatian Embassy 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.
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.
Official page ↗EU Blue Card (Highly Qualified Worker Permit)Work
multiple entryup to 60d processingvalid 730d
Residence and work permit for highly qualified third-country nationals with higher education qualifications working under a minimum one-year employment contract in Croatia.
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.
Official page ↗Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) PermitWork
1095 daysmultiple entry
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.
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.
Official page ↗Seasonal Worker PermitWork
270 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
Permits third-country nationals to work in seasonal industries (agriculture, forestry, hospitality, tourism) in Croatia for limited periods each calendar year.
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.
Official page ↗Self-Employment Residence and Work Permit (Business Owner)Work
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
Allows third-country nationals who own at least 51% of a Croatian-registered company or trade to reside and conduct business in Croatia.
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.
Official page ↗Stay and Work Permit (Single Permit)Work
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
A unified authorisation allowing third-country nationals to temporarily reside and work in Croatia under a specific employer and occupation.
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.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay and Work of Posted WorkersWork
multiple entry
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.
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.
Official page ↗Work Registration Certificate (Short-Term Work)Work
90 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
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.
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.
Official page ↗Long-Term Residence Permit (EU)Otherdocuments
multiple entry
Grants stable, long-term EU residence status to third-country nationals who have legally resided in Croatia for at least 5 uninterrupted years.
- Original Passport
- Copies of the main page of applicant's passport
- Copies of Schengen visas, if issued
- Proof of granted temporary stay or issued stay and work permit in the Republic of Croatia (copy acceptable)
- Proof of means of transportation: copy of the one-way travel ticket reservation
- For Third Country Nationals not residing in their domicile country:
- copy of residence permit
- For minors, under 18:
- copy of the birth certificate
- Evidence of paid visa fee.
Visa application form: to be filled out in English or Croatian language and signed by the applicant mvep.hr ↗ (mvep.hr ↗)
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.
Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostle) of the documents during the visa application process.
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)Other
30 dayssingle entry
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.
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.
Official page ↗Permanent Stay PermitOther
multiple entry
Grants permanent residence rights in Croatia to qualifying third-country nationals including family members of Croatian citizens, diaspora members, long-term refugees, and others.
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.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay for Digital NomadsDigital nomad
540 daysmultiple entryvalid 540donline
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.
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.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay for Humanitarian GroundsOther
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
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.
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.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay for Scientific ResearchOther
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
Allows third-country national researchers with a hosting agreement with a Croatian research institution to reside in Croatia to conduct scientific research.
Requires hosting agreement with a Croatian research institution. Fees: EUR 46.45 + EUR 31.85 biometric card + EUR 9.29 administrative. Renewable annually.
Official page ↗Temporary Stay of Long-Term Residents of Another EEA Member StateOther
365 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d
Allows third-country nationals who hold EU long-term resident (permanent stay) status in another EEA Member State to reside and work in Croatia.
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.
Official page ↗Working Holiday Visa (Youth Mobility Scheme)Working holiday
365 daysmultiple entryup to 60d processingvalid 365d
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.
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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Croatia visa for Kuwaiti citizens - FAQ
Do Kuwaiti citizens need a visa for Croatia?
Yes - Kuwaiti citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Croatia embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.
What documents do Kuwaiti citizens need for Croatia?
A valid passport plus the Croatia document checklist for your visa type - Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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