Croatia visa for British citizens

Great news for UK passport holders planning a Croatian adventure – you can typically enjoy visa-free entry for tourist purposes, allowing stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. While no specific visa type is generally required for these short visits, remember to factor in the one-hour time difference ahead of GMT upon your arrival. You'll also find the transition seamless, switching from British Pounds to Euros, Croatia's official currency since January 2023. Direct flights from major UK airports to destinations like Dubrovnik and Split are plentiful, especially during the popular summer season, making this stunning Mediterranean destination easily accessible.

Visa-free90d stay· 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)
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StudentNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, student purpose)
Apply
FamilyNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, family reunion)
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BusinessNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, business purpose)
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MedicalNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, medical purpose)
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OtherNational Long-Stay Visa (Visa D, private visit/other purpose)
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TouristVisa-Free Entry for U.S. Passport Holders
90d$0multiple-entry

90 days within any 180-day period in Schengen Area.

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