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title: Croatia visa for citizens of Bulgaria
description: Citizens of Bulgaria can visit Croatia without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Croatia visa for citizens of Bulgaria

Citizens of Bulgaria can visit Croatia without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare your documents** — Check passport validity, print or save return ticket, accommodation booking, and travel insurance.
2. **Arrive at the border** — Join the queue for non-EU/non-Schengen passports at any Croatian border crossing.
3. **Present your passport** — Hand over your passport; officer may ask purpose, length of stay, and accommodation details.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — If approved, you get an entry stamp marking the start of your 90-day allowance.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for the duration of your stay; recommended 6+ months beyond entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Proof of onward travel may be requested at the border.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or host invitation; rarely requested but recommended.
- **Proof of funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or credit card; around €100 per day is a safe benchmark.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Strongly recommended to cover medical expenses; not mandatory for entry.

## Good to know

- Overstaying 90 days in any 180-day period can result in fines up to €70 per day and a Schengen ban.
- The 90-day limit applies across the entire Schengen area, not just Croatia.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or bank statements showing at least €100 per day of stay.
- **No return or onward ticket** — Book a return or onward journey and have proof ready.
- **Suspicious travel pattern** — Ensure your travel history and purpose are clear and consistent.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Bulgaria can visit Croatia without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of funds; Travel insurance.

### How long must my passport be valid for Croatia?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Croatia entry requirements for Bulgaria passport holders (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
- Bulgaria entry requirements for Croatia passport holders (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
- Visit World - Bulgarian Citizens Traveling to Croatia: Entry Rules ... (visitworld.today, third-party site)

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- [Croatia visa for every passport](/visa/croatia)
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