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Vietnam to Croatia visa requirements

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival or an eVisa for Croatia?

No. There is no visa-on-arrival or electronic short-stay visa for the Schengen Area. You must apply in advance through a visa application centre.

Q: Does ETIAS apply to me as a Vietnamese traveler?

No. ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationals. Vietnamese travelers remain visa-required and must hold a full Schengen visa, even after ETIAS launches in late 2026.

Q: How long can I stay in Croatia on this visa?

A short-stay Schengen visa allows up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the entire Schengen Area, not just Croatia.

Q: Where do I apply in Vietnam?

Applications are processed through VFS Global Croatia/Schengen visa application centres in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Book your appointment early.

Q: How much does it cost in total?

Expect roughly EUR 110-185 total: the EUR 90 visa fee plus a VFS service fee (about EUR 25-35) and mandatory travel insurance (about EUR 20-60).

Yes, Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Croatia. Croatia is a full Schengen member, and Vietnam is on the EU's visa-required list (Annex I of Regulation 2018/1806). You must obtain a Type C short-stay Schengen visa before travel. Croatia joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2023, so it applies common Schengen visa rules. Vietnam is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, meaning Vietnamese nationals are visa-required for the Schengen Area. An ordinary Vietnamese passport holder traveling to Croatia for tourism must apply in advance for a Type C (short-stay) Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area. Applications in Vietnam are handled through the VFS Global Croatia visa application centres in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Croatia does not have a large in-country consular network, so applications may be routed via VFS or a representing Schengen mission). The base visa fee is EUR 90 for adults, plus a VFS service fee and the cost of mandatory travel medical insurance. ETIAS does NOT apply to Vietnamese travelers, because ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationals; visa-required nationals like Vietnam continue to need a full Schengen visa even after ETIAS launches in late 2026. Travelers should apply roughly 3-6 weeks ahead (appointments can take longer in peak season), and standard decision time is around 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 days.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Type C short-stay Schengen visa (issued by/for Croatia)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen-wide)

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple entry as granted

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (children 6-11); free under 6, plus VFS service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

About 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days in peak periods

standard track

Validity

Up to the duration granted; multiple-entry visas may be valid up to 5 years for frequent travelers

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm purpose and trip dates

Establish that this is a short tourist stay under 90 days, and fix your travel dates and main destination (Croatia must be your main destination or first point of entry to apply via Croatia).

· Tourism· Under 90 days

/02

Book a VFS Global appointment

Create an account and book an appointment at the Croatia/Schengen visa application centre via VFS Global in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Book early - peak-season slots fill fast.

· VFS Global· Hanoi / HCMC

/03

Complete the Schengen application form

Fill in the harmonised Schengen visa application form accurately, sign it, and prepare a recent biometric passport photo.

· Schengen form· Biometric photo

/04

Assemble supporting documents

Gather passport, photos, round-trip flight reservation, confirmed accommodation, travel medical insurance (min EUR 30,000 cover), proof of funds, and employment/financial evidence.

· Insurance EUR 30,000· Proof of funds

/05

Submit application and biometrics

Attend the appointment, pay the EUR 90 visa fee plus VFS service fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics) unless exempt or recently enrolled.

· Pay fee· Give biometrics

/06

Track and collect your passport

Track the application online and collect your passport with the decision. Verify the visa sticker dates and number of entries before traveling.

· Track online· Check sticker

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Croatia · Type C short-stay Schengen visa (issued by/for Croatia)

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RequiredVietnamese passport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, issued within last 10 years, with 2+ blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredOne recent biometric passport photo (within last 6 months)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation covering entry and exit

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed accommodation for the whole stay (hotel booking or host invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage valid across Schengen

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements, typically last 3-6 months)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredProof of employment / income (employment letter, leave approval, or business registration)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedDetailed travel itinerary or day-by-day plan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredVisa fee plus VFS service fee paid at submission

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesMinistry of Foreign and European Affairs of Croatia - Visa requirements overview Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 (Annex I - visa-required third countries) - EUR-Lex VFS Global - Croatia visa application centre, Vietnam

Application link included: Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of Croatia - Visa requirements overview

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay Type C fee, paid at submission

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt

VFS Global service feeApprox. EUR 25-35Per applicant; varies by centre and exchange rate

Travel medical insuranceApprox. EUR 20-60Mandatory; min EUR 30,000 cover, cost depends on trip length

Total estimateEUR 110 — EUR 185incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

About 15 calendar days

Typical decision time after a complete application is submitted with biometrics.

Extended/peak-season processing

Up to 30-45 calendar days

Can occur in high season or if additional documents or checks are required.

Appointment wait

Up to 6-8 weeks

Securing a VFS appointment slot can take several weeks during busy periods - book well ahead.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam is on the EU visa-required list

Vietnam appears in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, so its nationals must hold a visa for any Schengen entry.

High

/02

Croatia is a full Schengen member

Since 1 January 2023 Croatia applies common Schengen visa rules, so no separate Croatia-only short-stay exemption exists.

High

/03

No visa-on-arrival or eVisa channel

The Schengen Area offers no visa-on-arrival or electronic short-stay visa for Vietnamese tourists; the visa must be obtained in advance.

Medium

/04

ETIAS does not cover Vietnam

ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationals; visa-required travelers like Vietnamese citizens still need a full Schengen visa.

Medium

/05

No bilateral visa-waiver agreement

Vietnam and the EU/Croatia have no short-stay visa-waiver agreement for ordinary passports.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Vietnam to Croatia route verified

Confirmed against Croatian MFA and EU Regulation 2018/1806 that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a Type C Schengen visa for Croatia; ETIAS does not apply to visa-required nationals.

/09 — The questions