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title: Canada visa for citizens of Croatia
description: "Citizens of Croatia don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 180 days. Fee: CA$7. Processing: Up to 3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Croatia

Citizens of Croatia don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Visitor (up to 6 months)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Visa validity:** 1825 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 3 days
- **Government fee:** CA$7
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Complete online application** — Fill out the eTA application form on the official Canada website.
2. **Pay the fee** — Pay CAD 7 using a credit or debit card.
3. **Receive eTA via email** — Approval is usually sent within minutes; check spam folder.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for entire stay in Canada.
- **Email address** (Supporting): For eTA approval notification.
- **Credit or debit card** (Financial): For payment of CAD 7 fee.

## Good to know

- eTA is only required if arriving by air. Land and sea arrivals do not need eTA but may need a visitor visa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Criminal inadmissibility** — Ensure you have no criminal record or obtain rehabilitation.
- **Incomplete application** — Double-check all fields before submitting.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Croatia need a visa for Canada?

Citizens of Croatia don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: eTA · Visitor (up to 6 months).

### How long can citizens of Croatia stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

### How much does the Canada visa cost for citizens of Croatia?

Government fee: CA$7.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of Croatia need for Canada?

Valid passport; Email address; Credit or debit card.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply.html. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [canada.ca](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply.html)

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