🇭🇷Croatia Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Croatia?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Croatia visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Croatia
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Croatia visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Croatia applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Croatia visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Croatia publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Digital Nomad visa | Work | 1 year | 87.59-189.88 EUR | 30 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Single work-residence permit | Work | 1 year | 115.46-208.46 EUR | 60 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 87.59-96.88 EUR | 60 days | Portal | |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 87.59-189.88 EUR | 90 days | Portal | |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Zagreb
Population
3,840,000
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Croatian, Italian
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+385
Timezone
Europe/Zagreb
Area
56,594 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
30 May - Statehood Day
Internet domain
.hr
About
Croatia is a South-Eastern European country on the Adriatic Sea, renowned for its Dalmatian coast and islands. An EU and eurozone member since 2023, it shows strong economic growth with rising GDP per capita. It aims for OECD membership in 2026.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, follow official alerts
Transport
- Use official transportation
Natural risks(Moderate risks of earthquakes and floods)
- Follow weather alerts
Health(Good quality healthcare system)
- Recommended travel insurance
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Register your trip with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Have health insurance
- Follow COVID rules if applicable
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Zagreb · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
5-10% in restaurants
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Vladimir Srajber
Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Car rental (DiscoverCars)
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Guides to prepare your trip
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Croatia?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Croatia across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Croatia visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Croatia?▾
Croatia issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Croatia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall safety level low to moderate, safe for tourists.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Croatia?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Croatia?▾
The capital of Croatia is Zagreb. The main spoken languages are: Croatian, Italian.
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