Croatia visa for Bulgarian citizens

Bulgarian passport holders can enjoy exceptionally smooth, visa-free travel to Croatia, requiring only a valid passport for short tourist visits. This streamlined entry allows for stays typically up to 90 days within any 180-day period, with no visa application cost for this single tourist purpose. Direct flights from Sofia frequently connect to major Croatian cities like Zagreb and Split, though remember to adjust your watch for the one-hour time difference as you head west. Moreover, Bulgarian visitors will find currency exchange straightforward, as Croatia transitioned to the Euro just over a year ago, removing the need to convert to the former Croatian Kuna.

Visa-free· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Biometrics
Required

Visa options

TransitSchengen Air-Transit Visa (Visa A)
TouristSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Visa C)
90d
Apply
TouristSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Visa C, two entries)
90ddouble-entry
Apply
TouristSchengen Short-Stay Visa (Visa C, multiple entries)
90dmultiple-entry
Apply
TransitShort-Term Visa Issued at the Border
15d
WorkNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, work purpose)
Apply
StudentNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, student purpose)
Apply
FamilyNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, family reunion)
Apply
BusinessNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, business purpose)
Apply
MedicalNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, medical purpose)
Apply
OtherNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, private visit/other purpose)
Apply
TouristVisa-Free Entry for U.S. Passport Holders
90d$0multiple-entry

Freedom of movement. ID card valid

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