Croatia
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Fees & exemptions
- British citizen touristFree
No visa required for stays up to 90 days in 180
Free - Schengen visa, adult (visa-required nationalities)
Does not apply to British passport holders
€90 - Schengen visa, child 6-11Reduced
Visa-required nationalities only
€45 - Child under 6Free
Exempt
Free
Nothing to pay for British passport holders. The EUR 90 / EUR 45 Schengen fees apply only to visa-required nationalities applying through the Embassy.
Where to apply
No visa is required. Croatia has been in Schengen since 1 January 2023 and British passport holders travel visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
Appointment system
There is no application to make. Non-British UK residents who hold a visa-required nationality apply to the Croatian Embassy consular section, 21 Conway Street, London W1T 6BN, by appointment (Mon-Thu 11:00-14:00).
Required documents
- Valid British passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure)
- Return or onward ticket, which border officers may ask to see
- Proof of accommodation
- Evidence of sufficient funds
- Travel insurance (recommended, not mandatory)
- Evidence of the purpose of the visit if questioned at the border
Editor tips
Track your 90/180 allowance across the whole Schengen area, not just Croatia, and allow extra time at the border while EES biometric registration is rolled out.
Country-specific quirks
There is simply no 'Croatia tourist visa' for British citizens - the London visa centre exists mainly for non-British UK residents of visa-required nationalities.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Croatia are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Croatia mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the UK
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United Kingdom hand in Croatia visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Croatia mission covering your country of residence.
- LondonVFS GlobalVFS Global — Croatia Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay Schengen applications.
- LondonEmbassyEmbassy of the Republic of Croatia
21 Conway Street, London W1T 6BN
National visas, residence permits and complex cases.
Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
No visa is required. Croatia has been in Schengen since 1 January 2023 and British passport holders travel visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
Appointment system
There is no application to make. Non-British UK residents who hold a visa-required nationality apply to the Croatian Embassy consular section, 21 Conway Street, London W1T 6BN, by appointment (Mon-Thu 11:00-14:00).
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Croatia are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United Kingdom hand in Croatia visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- LondonVFS GlobalVFS Global — Croatia Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay Schengen applications.
- LondonEmbassyEmbassy of the Republic of Croatia
21 Conway Street, London W1T 6BN
National visas, residence permits and complex cases.
Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Croatia
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Zagreb and attach the confirmations to your application.
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