Documents Required

Important Information Regarding COVID Travel

Applicants are kindly requested to carefully review the essential requirements and ensure compliance when submitting their application.

Visa Application Form: The applicant, or a parent or legal guardian on behalf of minors, must complete and sign the visa application form. This can be done online at https://crovisa.mvep.hr/default.aspx?langId=en.

Passport: The passport must have been issued within the last 10 years and its expiry date should exceed the requested visa’s expiry date by a minimum of three months. Additionally, the passport must contain at least two empty pages. Please include copies of all previous visas, both valid and expired, as well as used pages.

Photograph: Please refer to the Photo Specification page for detailed information on the required photograph.

Travel Health Insurance: It is mandatory to have travel health insurance that covers potential expenses related to repatriation, urgent medical assistance, urgent hospitalization, and health reasons. The minimum coverage required is EUR 30,000. The insurance policy must be valid for the entire duration of the stay in Croatia. For multiple-entry visas, the applicant must have a travel health insurance policy that covers the period of their first visit to Croatia.

UK Residence Permit: The original and a copy of the UK Residence permit, either endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card, must be valid for at least one month beyond the return date of the trip to Croatia. Alternatively, a C type visitor visa (see here) is also accepted, with the possibility of exemption for individuals who are visiting Croatia just before returning to their country of origin. In such cases, proof of a valid travel ticket towards the country of origin is required, particularly for tourists who are traveling through Europe at the end of their studies.

Means of Transportation and Intention to Return: Please provide a reservation of a return travel ticket for airplane, bus, or boat. If traveling by car, include the registration card and driver’s license. If the person

Proof of Purpose of Stay in Croatia:

To ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience during your stay in Croatia, it is essential to provide the necessary documentation. The following documents serve as proof of your purpose of stay:

1. Certificate of a Paid Tourist Package:
   If you have availed a paid tourist package, please provide the certificate as evidence of your arrangement.
2. Booking of a Hotel or Other Accommodation:
   A confirmed booking of a hotel or any other accommodation facility will validate your stay in Croatia.
3. Private Accommodation Booking:
   If you have opted for private accommodation, kindly submit a copy of the decision issued by the competent office in Croatia, approving the renting arrangement.
4. Day-to-Day Itinerary:
   For a comprehensive understanding of your stay, please provide a detailed day-to-day itinerary that includes ensured accommodation for the entire duration of your visit.
5. Proof of Ownership or Lease of a Boat/Yacht, etc.:
   If you plan to enjoy the Croatian waters on your own boat or yacht, furnish the necessary documents to establish ownership or lease.

Documents Proving Sufficient Funds:

To ensure that you have the financial means to support your stay in Croatia and return to your country of residence or travel to a third state, the following requirements must be met:

1. 70 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia:
   Demonstrate that you possess funds amounting to 70 EUR per day for the duration of your stay.
2. 30 EUR per day of the estimated stay in Croatia (if applicable):
   If you are a third-country national and can provide proof of a paid tourist package or a similar document, the required funds reduce to 30 EUR per day.

Supporting Documents:

To substantiate your financial capability, you may include the following supporting documents:

– Pay slips and/or bank account statements reflecting your balance and transactions over the past three months.
– Pension slips or any proof of scholarship received.
– Any other relevant documentation that showcases your financial stability.

Proof of professional or student status is required for visa application. This can be demonstrated through evidence of employment, a certificate of school attendance, or proof of studying, among other acceptable forms of documentation. Retired individuals must provide proof of pension as evidence of their status.

For minors and individuals who are legally incapacitated, the visa application must be submitted by a parent or legal representative. The following documents should be included:

– Birth certificate of the minor (if the parents are legal guardians)
– Decision from the competent body designating the legal guardian

If a minor is traveling without a parent or legal guardian, it is advisable to carry a notarized consent letter from the legal guardian. This letter should include personal information of the parent or legal guardian, as well as details regarding the purpose, duration, and length of stay in Croatia. The consent letter should also specify the period for which the consent is issued and be signed by the parent or legal guardian.

All attached documents must not be older than three months.

Please note that the Croatian Embassy may request additional supporting documents and/or certified translations, as well as international certification (apostille) of the documents, during the visa application process.