--- title: Croatia visa for citizens of Nigeria description: "Citizens of Nigeria need a visa for Croatia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 7–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/croatia/nigeria lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Croatia visa for citizens of Nigeria Citizens of Nigeria 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.* Application site: https://croatia-visa.mvep.hr/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 7–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** €100 per day of stay or sufficient proof ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and required documents** — Confirm you need a Schengen short-stay visa for Croatia. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the online Schengen visa application form on the official portal. 3. **Gather all required documents** — Collect passport, photos, flight itinerary, hotel bookings, insurance, bank statements, etc. 4. **Book an appointment at the visa application centre** — Schedule an appointment via the official visa centre or embassy in Nigeria (e.g., VFS Global). 5. **Attend the appointment and submit documents** — Bring all originals and copies, pay the visa fee, and provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo). 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 7–15 calendar days (can be longer during peak seasons). 7. **Collect passport with decision** — Return to the visa centre with the receipt to collect passport or receive it via courier (if arranged). ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure)** (Travel): Original and copy of biodata page. - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Travel): Print and sign at the end. - **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background)** (Travel): Must meet ICAO standards. - **Travel health insurance (minimum coverage €30,000, valid for entire Schengen area)** (Travel): Provide policy certificate. - **Round-trip flight itinerary or travel reservation** (Travel): Booked or reserved but not necessarily paid. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or letter of invitation)** (Travel): For the whole stay. - **Proof of sufficient means of subsistence (e.g., bank statements last 3 months, payslips, sponsorship letter)** (Financial): Minimum €100 per day in cash or bank balance. - **Employment letter / proof of leave (if employed)** (Employment, optional): Include salary and position details. - **Bank statement for the last 3 months** (Financial): Original and copy stamped by bank. - **Travel itinerary (day-by-day plan of stay)** (Supporting, optional): Shows purpose and places. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €100 per day of stay - bank statements - payslips - sponsorship letter - cash Bank statements must be from the last 3 months, original and copy, stamped by bank. ## Good to know - Apply at least 15 days before travel; earliest application is 180 days before. - Passport must be valid at least 6 months from the date of application (Croatia requires 3 months beyond stay, but 6 is safer). - Biometrics are mandatory at each appointment (for first visa; repeat every 5 years). - Visa fee is €80 (subject to change) — paid in local currency equivalent at the centre. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide bank statements showing at least €100/day and a clear source. - **Weak travel history or immigration risk** — Include proof of strong ties to home country (employment letter, property, family). - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form at the end. - **Invalid or insufficient travel insurance** — Get insurance that covers €30,000 and is valid for the entire Schengen area. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Nigeria need a visa for Croatia? Citizens of Nigeria need a visa for Croatia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Nigeria stay in Croatia? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Croatia visa cost for citizens of Nigeria? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Croatia visa processing take? Typically 7–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Nigeria need for Croatia? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum coverage €30,000, valid for entire Schengen area); Round-trip flight itinerary or travel reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or letter of invitation); and 4 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Croatia? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://croatia-visa.mvep.hr/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [croatia-visa.mvep.hr](https://croatia-visa.mvep.hr/) ## More - [Croatia visa for every passport](/visa/croatia) - [Every destination for Nigeria passport holders](/visa/passport/nigeria)