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Croatia Schengen visa from Turkey

You can apply at VFS Global in Bursa or at either Istanbul centre, Altunizade or Beyoğlu. We watch them around the clock and alert you the moment a slot opens.

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Traveling from Turkey to Croatia requires a Short Term Visa for tourism purposes. This visa allows you to explore the beautiful landscapes and vibrant culture of Croatia, a Schengen Area country. Make sure to prepare your documentation ahead of time to ensure a smooth application process at the designated visa centers in Turkey.

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Istanbul Altunizade
Croatia Visa Application Center,Altunizade-VAC
Istanbul Beyoglu
Croatia Visa Application Center,Beyoglu-VAC
Bursa
Croatia Visa Application Center,Bursa-VAC

Croatia visa centres in Turkey

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Document checklist by visa type

To apply for a Short Term Visa to Croatia, gather the necessary documents, which may include a completed application form, a valid passport, travel insurance, proof of accommodation, and financial means to support your stay. Ensure that all documents are complete and meet the specific requirements outlined by the Croatian authorities to facilitate the application process.

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  • Application form

    Complete the visa application form online at https://crovisa.mvep.hr/, print it, and sign it in two places. For minors, it must be signed by parent(s) or legal guardian(s).

  • Bank statements (3 months)

    Provide evidence of means of subsistence, such as bank account statements covering the last 3 months, to show how you will finance the trip and support yourself during the visit.

  • Cultural or sports invitation

    Provide an invitation from the organiser of the cultural event or conference, the contract concluded by the cultural service provider, or an invitation to a creative workshop. If the inviting organisation covers travel, accommodation, and food costs, this must be clearly stated in the invitation.

  • Fingerprints

    Fingerprints of 10 fingers are required unless they were collected within the previous 59 months and remain usable.

  • Return or onward travel booking

    Provide return flight reservation or proof of intended transport with itinerary. For other transport, supporting documents such as vehicle registration, driving licence, green card insurance, or bus ticket may be required.

  • Hotel Reservation

    Provide confirmed hotel reservation(s) covering the entire stay, or a travel plan for a multi-destination Schengen trip. Reservation dates must match entry and exit dates.

  • Valid passport or travel document

    Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay, issued within the last 10 years, and contain at least 2 blank pages.

  • Full copy of passport pages

    Provide copies of the passport personal data page and all used pages of the current passport, and if applicable previous passports and previously obtained visas.

  • Passport photos (standardized)

    One recent colour photograph, 35x45 mm, with white background, preferably biometric, must be attached to the application form.

  • Certificate from sending sports club or federation

    For sports events, provide a certificate from the sending sports club or sports federation.

  • Travel health insurance

    Travel health insurance must cover repatriation, urgent medical assistance, and hospitalization with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000, valid for the Schengen area for the entire stay.

  • Travel medical insurance

    Travel health insurance must cover medical repatriation, urgent medical assistance, hospitalization, or death, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 for the entire stay in all Schengen countries.

  • Multi-country travel itinerary

    Provide a detailed Schengen travel itinerary letter including transport arrangements, accommodation, and day-to-day activities.

  • Visa fee payment proof

    Visa fee must be paid in accordance with the Visa Code, applicable EU visa facilitation agreement, or the Law on Administrative Fees of the Republic of Croatia.

May also be required, depending on your situation35

  • Bank balance confirmation letter
  • Birth certificate
  • Car insurance
  • Chamber of commerce registration
  • Company chamber registration and trade register documents
  • Company signature circular
  • Company tax registration certificate
  • Complete extract of the civil registry or family book
  • Copies of previous Schengen visas
  • Copy of parent identification documents
  • Copy of parent's valid Croatian visa
  • Copy of trade register bulletin
  • Copy of Turkish residence permit
  • Driver's driving licence
  • Employment Letter
  • Farmer certificate
  • Invitation from relevant federation in Croatia
  • Legal guardian appointment decision
  • Parent or guardian Croatian/Schengen visa copy
  • Parental consent documents for minors
  • Payslips (3 months)
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of pension
  • Proof of residence in Turkey
  • Property title deed
  • Rental contract
  • SGK registration documents
  • Sponsor financial documents
  • Sponsor social and professional status proof
  • Statement of tax payments
  • Student certificate
  • Title deeds
  • Turkish federation explanatory letter
  • Vehicle ownership proof
  • Vehicle reservation

Booking your Croatia appointment

When scheduling your appointment at one of the Croatia Visa Application Centers in Istanbul Altunizade, Istanbul Beyoglu, or Bursa, arrive on time and bring all required documents. It is advisable to check the specific center's opening hours and any additional requirements beforehand. Being well-prepared can help streamline your appointment experience.

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