--- title: Croatia visa for citizens of Cameroon description: "Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Croatia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/croatia/cameroon lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Croatia visa for citizens of Cameroon Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Croatia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Short-Stay) · Tourist (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements showing sufficient funds for the stay (approx. €50-100 per day) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Confirm you need a Schengen short-stay visa for tourism and collect all required documents. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or manually, then print and sign it. 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Embassy of Croatia in Yaoundé or at the VFS Global visa application centre. 4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the €80 visa fee (or equivalent in local currency) at the time of appointment booking or on submission day. 5. **Attend the appointment and submit biometrics** — Visit the embassy/centre in person to submit your application, provide fingerprints and photograph, and hand over all documents. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days, but may extend up to 45 days in complex cases. 7. **Collect your passport** — Once a decision is made, collect your passport from the embassy/centre or opt for courier delivery if available. 8. **Verify visa details** — Check the visa sticker for correct dates, number of entries, and validity period. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Download from official website or VFS Global - **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Not necessarily paid, but confirmed booking - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel): For entire stay in Croatia - **Bank statements for the last 3-6 months** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for the trip - **Employment letter or proof of occupation (e.g., student ID, pension statement)** (Employment): Must include salary, position, and leave approval - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Only if traveling with family - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel plans and ties to home country - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Attach copies of used visas - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay at the time of application - **Proof of residence in Cameroon (if not a national)** (Identity, optional): For non-Cameroonian residents applying from Cameroon ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of €50-100 per day of stay - Bank statements - Sponsorship letter - Traveler's cheques Bank statements must be recent (last 3-6 months) and show regular transactions. If sponsored, include sponsor's bank statements and a letter. ## Good to know - Apply well in advance (at least 3-4 weeks before travel) to allow for processing delays. - Incomplete applications or missing documents may lead to rejection. - Biometrics are required every 5 years for Schengen visas. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or unclear source of income** — Provide clear bank statements and proof of stable income; if sponsored, include sponsor's documents. - **Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay)** — Submit evidence of employment, family, property, or other commitments in Cameroon. - **Invalid or insufficient travel insurance** — Purchase insurance that covers at least €30,000 and is valid for the entire Schengen area. - **Inconsistent or incomplete travel itinerary** — Provide a detailed day-by-day itinerary with confirmed accommodation and flights. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Croatia? Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Croatia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Short-Stay) · Tourist (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Cameroon stay in Croatia? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Croatia visa cost for citizens of Cameroon? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Croatia visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Cameroon need for Croatia? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 7 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Croatia? At least 3 months. ## More - [Croatia visa for every passport](/visa/croatia) - [Every destination for Cameroon passport holders](/visa/passport/cameroon)