๐ญ๐ทCroatia Visa for Qatari Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents
Qatari passport holders need a visa to enter Croatia. Apply at a Croatia embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
How Qatari citizens apply for a Croatia visa
- โ Apply for a visa at the Croatia embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling. Apply here โ
- โ See the exact document checklist for Qatari applicants, by visa type.
Croatia visa cost for Qatari citizens
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, single/multiple entry)
EUR 90 (~$97)
Applications are handled via VFS Global โ service fee approx. INR 2553, varies by centre.
Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 ยท sourced from official government fee schedules
Documents required for Qatari applicants
The exact documents Qatari citizens must submit for Croatia, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
touristFamily or Friends Visit
Note :Applicant need to scan all the documents and upload it while filling the online application form , Physical copies of the documents to be submitted along with the application form to the Croatian Visa Application Centre in Doha Qatar. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com โ) Visit checklist (PDF checklist โ) 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 and signed by the applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors. - 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. - One photograph : 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. - Proof of residence for nationals other than Qatar: 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: - 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. PDF checklist โ (PDF checklist โ) 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; - 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: - Proof of professional or student status : evidence of employment, certificate of school attendance or proof of studying etc; ; for retired persons โ proof of pension - 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. The documents attached shall not be older than three months.
studentCultural/Sport Events/Study
Note :Applicant need to scan all the documents and upload it while filling the online application form , Physical copies of the documents to be submitted along with the application form to the Croatian Visa Application Centre in Doha Qatar. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com โ) STUDY-CULTURAL-SPORTS CHECKLIST (PDF checklist โ) 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 and signed by the applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors. crovisa.mvep.hr โ (crovisa.mvep.hr โ) - 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. - One photograph : 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. - Proof of residence for nationals other than Qatar: 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: - 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 checklist โ (PDF checklist โ) 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 an invitation of a Croatian state authority, or if the organizer of the conference is not registered as a legal person in Croatia; - 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: - Each person must have-at least EUR 70.00(for everyday of stay his or her disposal (or the equivalent amount it another currency). - In case if accommodation is only booked or prepaid each person must have at least EUR 100.00 a day - Proof of professional or student status : evidence of employment, certificate of school attendance or proof of studying etc; ; for retired persons โ proof of pension - 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. 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.
studentStudy
Note :Applicant need to scan all the documents and upload it while filling the online application form , Physical copies of the documents to be submitted along with the application form to the Croatian Visa Application Centre in Doha Qatar. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com โ) STUDY-CULTURAL-SPORTS CHECKLIST (PDF checklist โ) 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 and signed by the applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors. crovisa.mvep.hr โ (crovisa.mvep.hr โ) - The application form can be filled out online at here (PDF checklist โ) .
medicalMedical Treatment
Note :Applicant need to scan all the documents and upload it while filling the online application form , Physical copies of the documents to be submitted along with the application form to the Croatian Visa Application Centre in Doha Qatar. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com โ) MEDICAL VISIT CHECKLIST (PDF checklist โ) 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 and signed by the applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors. crovisa.mvep.hr โ (crovisa.mvep.hr โ) - 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. - One photograph : 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. - Proof of residence for nationals other than Qatar: 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; - 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 checklist โ (PDF checklist โ) 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. - 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: - Proof of professional or student status : evidence of employment, certificate of school attendance or proof of studying etc; ; for retired persons โ proof of pension - 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: 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. The documents attached shall not be older than three months.
touristOfficial Visit
Note :Applicant need to scan all the documents and upload it while filling the online application form , Physical copies of the documents to be submitted along with the application form to the Croatian Visa Application Centre in Doha Qatar. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com โ) Official Visit Checklist (PDF checklist โ) 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 and signed by the applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors. - 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. - One photograph : 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. - Proof of residence for nationals other than Qatar: 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: - 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 - 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: - Proof of professional or student status : evidence of employment; certificate of school attendance or proof of studying etc; for retired persons โ proof of pension - 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. The documents attached shall not be older than three months.
businessBusiness
Note :Applicant need to scan all the documents and upload it while filling the online application form , Physical copies of the documents to be submitted along with the application form to the Croatian Visa Application Centre in Doha Qatar. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com โ) Business checklist (PDF checklist โ) 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 and signed by the applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors. - 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. - One photograph : 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. - Proof of residence for nationals other than Qatar: a photocopy of the stay permit; - 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; - Proof of the purpose of stay in Croatia: - 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 checklist โ (PDF checklist โ) 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. - 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) - 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: 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 professional or student status : evidence of employment, certificate of school attendance or proof of studying etc; ; for retired persons โ proof of pension - 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 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.
Croatia visa for Qatari citizens โ FAQ
Do Qatari citizens need a visa for Croatia?
Qatari passport holders need a visa to enter Croatia. Apply at a Croatia embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
What documents do Qatari citizens need for Croatia?
A valid passport plus the Croatia document checklist for your visa type โ Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
How much does the Croatia visa cost for Qatari citizens?
The Croatia schengen short-stay visa (type c, single/multiple entry) fee is EUR 90 (~$97). Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about INR 2553.
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