Visa Information

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

Documents Required

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
1. Birth certificate
2. Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents)
3. Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit
6. Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.
1. an invitation from the inviting company (the document should be on the official blank of the company, signed by the head of the company and stamped, with the name surname, position, dates of the journey and passport details of the inviting person;
2. Proof of accommodation. If the inviting part is providing the accommodation, then the appropriate proof must be provided, if not - other proof is needed (for example hotel reservation (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned))
7. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, (70 Euro/day )
1. Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
8. Information enabling an assessment of the applicant’s intention to leave the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the visa applied for:
1. a reference from the work place (letter from the employer, issued no earlier than a month, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and business trip and preservation of job on return;
2. Pension book/certificate
3. ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
9. For minors who travel without parents or with one parent only:
1. Birth certificate
2. Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
3. Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
4. If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
5. It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
10. Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application.

* NOTE:

1. All the documents (that are not in English or Croatian) should have English or Croatian translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.
2. The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy.
3. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

VISA ISSUANCE PROCEDURE

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors online/electronically on your computer. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

Documents Required

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
• Birth certificate
• Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit
6.  Documents indicating the purpose of the journey. (proof of accommodation)
• hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned)
7. Ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
8. Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature.
9. Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return
10. Pension book/certificate
11. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (70 Euro/day)
• Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
12. Copy of valid and old passports- all pages that contain personal data, stamps ,visas and other notes)
13. For minors who travel without parents or with one parent only:
• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
• Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
• If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
• It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
14. Additional documents: real estate certificate, marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.
15. Consular fee is 35 €
16. All fees should be paid in cash and in AMD.

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application.

* NOTE: All the documents (that are not in English and Croatian) should have English or Croatian translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.

The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy

In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

VISA ISSUANCE PROCEDURE

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors electronically/online on your computer. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel for Visiting family and Friends.

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

Documents Required

The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. The applicant may, however, be asked to provide additional documents, if required, by the Embassy.

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
• Birth certificate
• Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents)
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit, stamp of registration, which must be valid at least 3 months after the intended return from EU member states.
6.  Documents indicating the purpose of the journey. (proof of accommodation)
• Invitation from the inviting person on a special form approved by the Immigration Office.
• Document indicating the personality of inviting person (copy of passport, copy of residence permit), based on which the invitation is issued;
• an official document supporting the relationship of the applicant with the inviting part;
• If the expenses are covered by the inviting part, then the financial means of the inviting part is required (bank statement for the last 3 months and bank reference)
• Proof of accommodation. If the inviting part is providing the accommodation, then the appropriate proof must be provided, if not - other proof is needed (for example hotel reservation (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned))
7. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (70 Euro/day).
• Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) if expenses are not covered by inviting part. . If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
8. Information enabling an assessment of the applicant’s intention to leave the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the visa applied for:
• a reference from the work place (letter from the employer, issued no earlier than a month, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return;
• Pension book/certificate
• ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
9. Travel medical insurance. Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature.
10. For minors who travel without parents of with one parent only:
• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
• Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
• If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
• It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
11. Additional documents: real estate certificate, marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application or had during the interview.

NOTE:

1. All the documents (that are not in Croatian or English) should have Croatian or English translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.
2. The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy.
3. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

VISA ISSUANCE PROCEDURE

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors online/electronically on your computer. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. The applicant may, however, be asked to provide additional documents, if required, by the Embassy.

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
• Birth certificate
• Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents)
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit, stamp of registration, which must be valid at least 3 months after the intended return from EU member states.
6.  Documents indicating the purpose of the journey. (proof of accommodation)
• Any documents, supporting the purpose of the trip as mentioned in the application/cultural or sport event invitations, documents proving that the purpose of travel is study
7. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (70 Euro/day)
• Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
8. Information enabling an assessment of the applicant’s intention to leave the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the visa applied for:
• a reference from the work place (letter from the employer, issued no earlier than a month, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation or business trip and preservation of job on return;
9. Pension book/certificate
10. Ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
11. For minors that travel without parents or with one parent only:
• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
• Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
• If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
• It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
12. Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application or had during the interview.

* NOTE:

1. All the documents (that are not in English or Croatian) should have English or Croatian translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.
2. The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy.
3. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

VISA ISSUANCE PROCEDURE

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors online/electronically on your computer. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

Documents Required

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
• Birth certificate
• Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents)
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit
6.  Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.
• a visa or another permission for entering the country of destination and tickets for the further trip;
• proof of accommodation (hotel reservation) can be provided if desired

7. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (70 Euro/day)

   • Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
8. Information enabling an assessment of the applicant’s intention to leave the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the visa applied for:
• a reference from the work place (letter from the employer, issued no earlier than a month, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation or business trip and preservation of job on return;
9. Pension book/certificate
10. ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
11. For minors that travel without parents or with one parent only:
• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
• Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
• If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
• It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
12. Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature.

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application.

* NOTE:

1. All the documents (that are not in English or Croatian) should have English or Croatian translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.
2. The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy.
3. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

VISA ISSUANCE PROCEDURE

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors electronically on your computer or in writing. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

New Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the Visa Application Centre free of charge.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

Documents Required

The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. The applicant may, however, be asked to provide additional documents, if required, by the Embassy.

VISA APPLICATION FORM

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
1. Birth certificate
2. Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents)
3. Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit
6. Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.
1. an invitation from the inviting company (the document should be on the official blank of the company, signed by the head of the company and stamped, with the name surname, position, dates of the journey and passport details of the inviting person;
2. Proof of accommodation. If the inviting part is providing the accommodation, then the appropriate proof must be provided, if not - other proof is needed (for example hotel reservation (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned))
7. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, (70 Euro/day)
1. Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
8. Information enabling an assessment of the applicant’s intention to leave the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the visa applied for:
1. a reference from the work place (letter from the employer, issued no earlier than a month, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and business trip and preservation of job on return;
2. Pension book/certificate
3. ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
9. For minors who travel without parents or with one parent only:
1. Birth certificate
2. Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
3. Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
4. If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
5. It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
10. Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature.

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application.

* NOTE:

1. All the documents (that are not in English or Croatian) should have English or Croatian translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.
2. The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy.
3. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors online/electronically on your computer. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.

Overview

This type of visa is applicable for those who travel on Tourist purpose.

It allows the citizens of Armenia to travel to Croatia and stay for a limited period of time of not more than  90 days in a 6 months period from the date of the first entrance into the country. 

Visa application can be submitted by applicant himself.

To read more about fees, the list of required documents, visa application processing time, as well as to download the necessary forms, please click on the horizontal links above.

Also please check below information about Visa code

1. Voluntary use of ESP (principle of direct access)
   Art. 17 (5) Visa Code; VFA provisions w/a
2. Competent Member State rules Art. 5 Visa Code
3. List of supporting documents to be provided by the applicant
   Art. 43 (4)(b) Visa Code; Directive 2004/38; harmonized list, w/a
4. Visa Fee and Service fee amount
   Art. 17(2) Visa Code
5. Visa fee waivers
   Art. 16 Visa Code; VFA's visa fee exemptions; Directive 2004/38
6. Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy next working day + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA)
   Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38
7. Optional character of additional services
   Art. 17(4) Visa Code

You can download full visa code here

Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands,, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway and Switzerland

Documents Required

The applicants are requested to read the basic requirements carefully and conform to the same while submitting the application. The applicant may, however, be asked to provide additional documents, if required, by the Embassy.

1. Application form filled in online at

   https://crovisa.mvep.hr/VisaRequestFormPage1.aspx

2. 2 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy.
3. Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages.
4. For minors:
• Birth certificate
• Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents)
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents
5. Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit, stamp of registration, which must be valid at least 3 months after the intended return from EU member states.
6.  Documents indicating the purpose of the journey. (proof of accommodation)
• Any documents, supporting the purpose of the trip as mentioned in the application/for example medical documents
7. Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (70 Euro/day)
• Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is not required for husband/ wife/ underage children.
8. Information enabling an assessment of the applicant’s intention to leave the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the visa applied for:
• a reference from the work place (letter from the employer, issued no earlier than a month, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation or business trip and preservation of job on return;
9. Pension book/certificate
10. ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned)
11. For minors that travel without parents or with one parent only:
• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate
• Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents.
• If the documents of minor are submitted by the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre.
• It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents.
12. Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature

Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application or had during the interview.

* NOTE:

1. All the documents (that are not in English or Croatian) should have English or Croatian translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices.
2. The documents attached shall not be older than one month by the time of entering the Embassy.
3. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

Important notes and warnings:

• Croatian Embassy may require you to submit additional supporting documents and/or certified translation as well as the international certification (apostille) of the documents during the visa application process.
• Submitting a visa application, including all the required documents, does not automatically mean that the visa will be issued.
• An issued visa is not a guarantee that a foreign citizen will be permitted to enter the Republic of Croatia. On every crossing of the border, the police may require the foreign citizen to present a photocopy of the Letter of Guarantee in case of both private and business visits, and it is therefore recommendable to carry the Letter of Guarantee, as well as the proof of having sufficient funds, in hand baggage.
• The decision to refuse a visa, indicating reasons for such a decision, shall be delivered to the applicant in a visa refusal/annulment/revocation form.
• The visa application fee is non-refundable once the application has been accepted at the Embassy.
• Any falsification of the documents and the use of such documents may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Photo Specifications

• Photographs must follow the below guidelines
  • in colour
  • 35x45 mm
  • printed on normal photographic paper
  • taken against a light background
  • full face taken straight forward 30-36 mm from point of the chin to the head of hair
  • ears should be visible with no large accessories
  • the person is to be captured with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
  • the photo should be no more than 6-months old
  • be printed on high quality paper and at high resolution
  • the photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a head cover, must show the person's cheeks, chin and forehead
  • children in photographs must be alone, and their faces fully visible and eyes open

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If the presented photos do not follow these requirements your application will be considered incomplete!

Processing Time

VISA ISSUANCE PROCEDURE

Please pay attention that visa procedure will take approximately 15 working days. In contrary, the Embassy could not guarantee that the passport with issued visa will reach the applicant on time. Therefore, applicants are advised to submit their application on time. The processing time may be extended up to 45 days in individual cases, notably when further review of the application is needed.

Please bear in mind the needed two way transit time as well as the necessary processing time at the Croatian Embassy, while planning your trip and application submission at the VAC.

Download Forms

Visa application form has to be completed for all the applicants including minors online/electronically on your computer. The VAF has to be filled out in English or Croatian languages. The form needs to be signed personally by the applicant in the field 37 and on the last page.

For minors, the application must be signed by one of the parents or a legal guardian.

Please note that the Visa application Centre is introducing the Form Filling service for the convenience of the applicants at the Centre.

Please contact the VAC staff to know more about the Form Filling service.