Croatia visa for United States citizens

As a Croatian passport holder planning a trip to the United States, you'll need to secure an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before departure, allowing for stays of up to 90 days. While other visa types are available, the ETA is typically sufficient for short tourist visits, a process that costs around $21 USD and is a crucial step given the significant distance across the Atlantic. Navigating the diverse time zones can be a consideration for flight bookings, especially if you're aiming to maximize your precious 90 days in popular destinations like New York or California during the vibrant summer travel season.

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
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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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