Croatia Work Visa for Indians

About Croatia Work Visa

Croatia offers a growing landscape for business and work opportunities in multiple sectors like tourism, technology, and manufacturing. Here are some key facts about the European country that you should know about.

Documents Required for a Croatia Work Visa for Indians

You must submit supporting documents with every Croatia visa application. The requirements can be different depending on the visa type you have selected.

Croatia Schengen Business Visa (Short Term)

Here's a summary of the documents required for a Croatia Business Schengen visa (Type C) for a short-term business-related visit to Croatia.

Application

Complete the application in English or Croatian using block letters. Sign the form in field no. 37 and the last field. The form can be filled out online at Crovisa, printed, and signed.

Applicant's Passport

Must be issued within the last 10 years, valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the requested visa's expiry date, and have a minimum of 2 blank pages. No changes or handwritten notes on the data page.

Photograph as per Croatia Work Visa Photo Requirements

Provide a recent (within the last 3 months) colour photo sized 35 x 45 mm, with a neutral expression, eyes open, and mouth closed. If wearing a head covering for religious or medical reasons, ensure cheeks, chin, and forehead are visible.

Croatia Travel Health Insurance

Your travel Insurance for Croatia must cover costs related to repatriation, health reasons, urgent medical help, and/or hospitalisation. For a single/double-entry visa, coverage must be for the entire stay. For multiple entries, it should cover the first stay and include a statement for future visits. The minimum coverage for Croatia travel insurance is EUR 30,000.

Means of Transportation

Provide a return ticket or a confirmed booking for travel by air, surface, or sea.

Proof of Residence

If temporarily residing in another country, submit a copy of your residence permit.

Proof of Purpose of Stay

For a business visit, submit an original Letter of Guarantee from a Croatian legal entity (Jamstveno pismo pravne osobe). This should include proof of the guarantor’s financial stability, such as “Bon 1”, “Bon 2”, or a certificate from the commercial court. The letter must be signed and stamped. If submitted in Zagreb, include a copy with the application.

Accommodation Proof

Provide evidence of accommodation for your stay in Croatia, such as hotel bookings, private accommodation details, or proof of ownership/lease of property or boat. The document must include the full address and contact details. If indicated in the Letter of Guarantee, the guarantor can cover accommodation.

Proof of Funds

Show that you have sufficient funds for your stay: EUR 70 per day for personal support and return travel, or EUR 30 per day with a business visit guarantee letter or paid hotel booking. Supporting documents include:

• Recent bank statements
• Income tax returns, and
• A copy of an international credit card with statements.

Proof of Social/Professional Status

You can provide either of the following :

• A letter from your employer (if employed).
• A visa request letter from your company (if self-employed), or
• A letter from your educational institution (if a student) indicating your current status and leave approval.

Covering Letter

A detailed letter from the applicant explaining the purpose of the visit to Croatia.

Documents for Minor applicants

For minors or those under legal guardianship, submit a birth certificate, or a legal guardian designation. If travelling alone, provide a notarised consent from parents or guardians, including their personal information, purpose, period, and duration of stay, along with their signatures.

Passport Copies

Submit copies of all relevant pages of current and previous passports, including all valid and expired visas.

Proof of Visa Fee Payment

Provide proof of payment for the visa fee according to the fee structure document.

Croatia Long Stay Visa for Work

If you wish to take up a job in Croatia or stay there for longer than 3 months for your business, you need to apply for a Long-Stay Visa (D). Here's a table summarising the documents required for a Croatia National Visa Type D:

Types of Croatia Work Visas

Depending on the duration of your stay, you can apply for a Business Schengen Visa (Type C) or a National Long-stay Visa (Type D). Here's a table that mentions all the Croatia work visa types, along with brief descriptions and validity periods.

How to Apply for a Croatia Work Visa?

You can apply for a Croatia work visa from India directly through the embassy or the VFS Global visa application centres. The procedure is the same for short-stay and long-stay visas for Croatia.

Step 1 - Select the Correct Visa Type: Ensure you choose the appropriate visa type for your needs.

Step 2 - Gather the Required Documents: Collect all necessary documents and photographs as specified by the Croatia work visa requirements.

Step 3 - Submit Your Application: Start by submitting your Croatia work visa application either at the Croatian embassy/consulate or a VFS Global visa application centre. Visit Crovisa website, select 'New Request', and complete the application.

Step 4 - Print and Sign the Form: After filling out the application form, print it and sign it. Record the serial number and PIN in case you need to resume the application process later.

Step 5 - Prepare Documentation: Print out the completed application form and gather all the required documents. Submit these documents along with your signed application form to the Croatian embassy/consulate, visa centre, or an accredited travel agency.

Step 6 - Schedule an Appointment: Schedule a personal verification appointment. Contact the Visa/Consular Office at the Croatian Embassy via email to arrange an appointment with the Honorary Consulate Office. You can book an appointment at the nearest visa application centre through the VFS Global website.

Step 7 - Wait for Processing: After submitting your application and attending the appointment, wait for the processing of your visa application. Processing times can vary, so check with the embassy or visa centre for updates.

Croatia Work Visa Fee

You have to pay the required Croatia work visa fees before submitting your visa application. You also need to pay the service fees charged by VFS Global if you are applying through them. Here's a summary of the Croatia work visa fees for different visa types.

*Visa fee subject to exchange rate fluctuations

How to Track the Status of Croatia Work Visa?

Here are the steps to check the status of your Croatia work visa application:

• Go to the Website: Navigate to Crovisa
• Access Application Status: Select the 'Check Application Status' option.
• Input Details: Enter the serial number and PIN associated with your visa application.
• Verify and Submit: Complete the captcha code verification and submit the form to view the current status of your visa application.

If you submitted your application through VFS Global, you can also check your Croatia work visa status through their website.

• Visit the VFS Global website.
• Click on 'Track Your Application'.
• Enter the required details like your visa application number, last name, and captcha code.
• Click on 'Submit' to view your Croatia work visa status.