Do Indians need a visa for Croatia?
Croatia is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Apply to Croatia when it is your main destination: fill in the online form, then submit in person at a VFS Global centre in India.
Croatia visa options for Indians
| Option | Who it is for | Stay and validity | Official fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (type C) | Tourism, business and family visits | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period | €90 for adults |
| Children aged 6 to 11 | Same visa | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period | €45 |
| Children under 6 | Same visa | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period | No visa fee |
| Airport transit visa (type A) | Transit through the international zone of an airport | Transit only | €90 |
Croatia visa fees
| Option | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (type C) | €90 for adults |
| Children aged 6 to 11 | €45 |
| Children under 6 | No visa fee |
| Airport transit visa (type A) | €90 |
These are the standard Schengen visa fees. VFS Global lists the adult fee as INR 10,200 and adds its own service charge of INR 2,553 including GST; both rupee amounts change with exchange rates, so check them when you book.
Documents required
Official sources do not give a full list for every case; these are the documents applicants are normally asked for. Confirm the exact list when you apply.
- Completed application form with photograph
- Passport valid for at least three months after you plan to leave, issued within the previous 10 years
- Travel medical insurance covering the Schengen Area
- Flight reservation and proof of accommodation
- Proof of funds and of your employment or studies
- Supporting documents for the purpose of your trip
How to apply
Fill in the visa application form online at crovisa.mvep.hr.
Book an appointment at a VFS Global centre for Croatia. VFS lists centres in New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
Submit the application in person with your documents and give your fingerprints.
Apply no more than six months and no later than 15 calendar days before your trip.
Processing time
15 days from submission; this can be extended in individual cases where more checks are needed.
Frequently asked questions
Croatia is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Apply to Croatia when it is your main destination: fill in the online form, then submit in person at a VFS Global centre in India.
Schengen short-stay visa (type C): €90 for adults. Children aged 6 to 11: €45. Children under 6: No visa fee. Airport transit visa (type A): €90. These are the standard Schengen visa fees. VFS Global lists the adult fee as INR 10,200 and adds its own service charge of INR 2,553 including GST; both rupee amounts change with exchange rates, so check them when you book.
15 days from submission; this can be extended in individual cases where more checks are needed.
Fill in the visa application form online at crovisa.mvep.hr. Book an appointment at a VFS Global centre for Croatia. VFS lists centres in New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Submit the application in person with your documents and give your fingerprints. Apply no more than six months and no later than 15 calendar days before your trip.
From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 6 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 6 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.