Croatia Visa Tips & Tricks

Here is a complete list of documents you’ll need when applying for a Short Term Visa to visit Croatia for various purposes, such as holidays, visiting friends/family, attending a wedding, and more.

1. Visa Application Form:
   • Complete Schengen Visa form in English or Croatian and sign it.
2. Passport Requirements:
   • Ensure passport is issued within the last 10 years.
   • Confirm validity for at least three months beyond your Croatia departure.
   • Provide at least two blank pages for visa stamps.
   • No handwritten changes on the data page.
3. Passport Copies:
   • Include clear copies of front and last pages of current passport.
   • Add old passports (last two) if applicable.
4. Photographs:
   • Follow Photo Specification guidelines for two required photos.
5. Travel Health Insurance:
   • Obtain insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage.
   • Must cover repatriation, urgent medical assistance, and hospitalization.
   • Maintain valid insurance throughout your Croatia stay.
   • Refer to the list of approved Indian insurance companies (as of February 20, 2019) and visa conditions.
6. Multiple-Entry Visa:
   • For multiple-entry visa, ensure insurance covers the first Croatia visit.
7. Proof of Residence:
   • Non-Indian nationals provide a stay permit photocopy.
8. Cover Letter:
   • Include a cover letter explaining your trip’s purpose, itinerary, destinations, and Croatia stay duration.
9. Means of Transportation and Return:
   • Present proof of transportation and intent to return:
   • Reservation for a return travel ticket (plane, bus, boat) or, for car travel, registration card and driver’s license.
   • If traveling to a third country, provide itinerary proof (e.g., travel ticket).
10. Proof of Purpose of Stay:
    • Depending on accommodation, provide suitable proof, such as:
      • Hotel booking reservation.
      • Certificate of a paid tourist package.
      • Confirmation for other accommodations.
      • For private accommodation, include approval from the Croatian competent office.
      • Present a day-to-day itinerary with confirmed accommodations and Croatian contact info.
      • For boat or yacht owners, show proof of ownership or lease.

11. Important Note:
    • Croatian tourist visa applications are based on your actual travel and stay plans. Changes or cancellations after applying may cause delays.
    • Significant changes after visa issuance may lead to visa revocation for the Republic of Croatia.
12. Sufficient Funds Proof:
    • Provide documents demonstrating adequate funds for your Croatia stay and return travel or travel to a third state.
    • Include:
      • Three months of bank statements (savings and current accounts).
      • Three years of income tax returns (personal and company if applicable).
      • A copy of an international credit card with three months of credit card statements.
      • Proof of foreign exchange purchase (endorsement on passport or purchase receipt).

13. Proof of Current Social and Professional Status:
    • Based on your status, provide the following:
      • Employees: Letter from your employer on official letterhead detailing position, years of service, leave grant, and the last three months’ salary certificate.
      • Business Owners/Self-Employed: Visa request letter on official letterhead along with company registration documents.
      • Students: Letter from your school/university granting leave and a copy of your valid ID.

14. Minors and Persons Deprived of Legal Capacity:
    • If a minor travels without a parent/legal guardian, they must have a notarized consent letter with personal details of the parent/legal guardian, travel purpose, stay duration, issuance period of consent, and the parent/legal guardian’s signature.
15. Sufficient Funds Proof (Continued):
    • Ensure bank statements (savings and current accounts) are in the original form, duly signed and stamped by an authorized bank official.
    • All attached documents must not be older than six months.

You can download the document checklist by clicking here
You must have travel insurance for all Schengen countries. If you haven’t bought it, please click here.

Important notes:

• Documents must be issued within three months, except for the passport.
• You will receive email notifications for any missing or additional documents after submission. You must complete these requirements within 15 days from the first email.
• Ensure your active email and phone number are clearly written on the first page of the visa application form (field number 17).
• The Embassy is not responsible for communication delays due to incorrect email addresses.

Purpose of Visit Documents:

Note: Please note that the specific requirements for each type of visa may change over time and can depend on your nationality. It’s essential to check with the Croatian embassy or consulate in your home country for the most up-to-date and detailed information regarding visa application requirements.

Before submitting your visa application, please review the list of required documents. The guidelines provided on this website will assist you in preparing your documents accurately, reducing the risk of your visa application being rejected due to incorrect or insufficient documentation.

Schengen Visa Application Form for Croatia

All applicants, including children, must complete the visa application form on your computer or in writing. Use English or Croatian. Sign on field 37 and the last field. Parents or legal guardians can sign for minors.

Electronic Visa Application Form for Croatia

Please take your time to fill in this application form using the Latin Alphabet. Remember to complete all the necessary fields. Saving your form periodically is advisable. It’s a good idea to print your serial number and PIN for any interruptions during the form-filling process.

Original Letter of Guarantee Form

This Letter is for Business and private visit, A letter of guarantee from a Croatian company must be completed by an authorized person and officially stamped.

The process for applying for Croatia visitor visa from India typically involves the following steps:

1. Know your visa type: Determine the specific type of visa you need for visiting Croatia, understand the required documents, the visa costs, and the expected processing time.
2. Start your application: Download the application form and complete it manually or fill it out online, following the provided instructions.
3. Book an appointment: Schedule an appointment for biometrics at the nearest Visa Application Centre in India.
4. Pay the fees: Make the necessary payment for the visa at the Visa Application Centre during your appointment.
5. Visit the Centre: Personally submit your completed application form and necessary documents at the designated Visa Application Centre.
6. Track your application: Stay updated on the status of your application by regularly checking your email or SMS notifications, and use the reference number provided to track your application online.
7. Collect your passport: Once the visa decision is made, retrieve your passport from the Visa Application Centre. Alternatively, choose to have your passport delivered via courier service.

Visa Application Processing time:

• You can apply for a visa up to 6 months before your trip. You can apply yourself or have a parent or legal guardian apply for minors.
• The standard processing time is 60 days from when the Embassy receives the application. However, applications won’t be accepted if the travel date is less than 60 days away, as instructed by the Mission.

You must have travel insurance for all Schengen countries. If you haven’t bought it, please click here.

You can obtain more information about Short-stay visa by, click here

Important notes:

• You might need to have a face-to-face meeting with the visa officer at the Croatian Embassy before your application is approved.
• Just applying for a visa doesn’t guarantee you’ll get it.
• Even if you have a visa, the police might still ask for specific documents when you enter
• If your visa is rejected, you’ll receive a form explaining why.
• You can challenge the rejection within 15 days at the Croatian Embassy/Consulate, but it should be in Croatian and you’ll need to pay a fee.
• Using fake documents is a crime and can be punished.
• Provide flight and hotel reservations only, not confirmed