Croatia family visa

Family members who do not meet an exemption need the appropriate entry permission. A limited border visa route is described for family members who can prove the relationship. Qualifying family members with a valid travel document and a residence card showing their family status can enter without a visa.

There are 2 options: Visa-free entry with a family residence card (no visa at all); Family visa at the border (a visa at the border).

Family members of any nationality who hold the qualifying residence card and accompany or join their EU single market family member. A qualifying card issued by a Schengen country also permits independent travel.

Up to three months under the family residence-card entry rules.

A valid travel document.; A residence card showing that you are a family member of an EU single market citizen..

Normally, accompany or join your EU single market family member. A qualifying family residence card issued by a Schengen country also allows independent travel to another Schengen country.

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Croatia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

On Croatia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.