Croatia Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

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Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaYes

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Croatia. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

FULL SCHENGEN MEMBER since 1 Jan 2023. Standard Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 (~BDT 10,800). Apply via VFS Global Dhaka or Croatian Embassy New Delhi.

Visa types: Schengen C visa (FULL SCHENGEN since Jan 2023): Tourist, Business, Family/Friends Visit, Transit, Cultural/Sports, Medical. National D visa: Student, Worker, Family Reunification, Long-term Residence, Digital Nomad Permit.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen C - full Schengen since Jan 2023)

In USDUSD 104

In BDTBDT 12,760

Minimum bank balance~USD 77/day (EUR 70)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years (full Schengen since Jan 2023). Max Stay: 90/180.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodEmbassy via VFS Dhaka (Schengen)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (EUR 70/day proof)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size35 × 45 mm · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application; Appointment at VFS Global Dhaka OR Croatian Embassy New Delhi; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation; Bank statement (EUR 70/day proof); Employment letter; For Student: admission + funding proof.

Visa types (6)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15 working days

FULL SCHENGEN MEMBER since 1 Jan 2023. Standard Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 (~BDT 10,800). Apply via VFS Global Dhaka or Croatian Embassy New Delhi.

Business Croatian Schengen Type C (Business)

Multiple EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15 working days

Croatia Schengen C Business Visa. Croatia joined Schengen on January 1, 2023 — Schengen C visa now covers all 29 Schengen states. Adopted Euro the same day.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Bangladeshi passport holders changing planes airside at a Croatia airport en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Croatia or the Schengen Area.

Student Croatian National Long-Stay (D) — Student

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 6-12 weeks

Croatia National D Visa for studies at accredited Croatian institutions. University of Zagreb, University of Split, University of Rijeka main options. English-medium STEM and tourism programs increasingly available.

Work Croatian Stay and Work Permit (Single)

Single EUR 350 (~USD 407.02) 8-16 weeks

Croatia Single Permit (combined stay + work permit) for employer-sponsored workers. Croatia has significant labour shortage and actively recruits non-EU workers in construction, tourism, hospitality, agriculture.

Family Croatian Family Reunification Permit

Single EUR 250 (~USD 290.73) 4-6 months

Croatian Family Reunification — spouse, registered partner, minor child of Croatian/EU resident. Sponsor must hold residence permit for at least 1 year.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections (Croatia stricter than some): (1) Insufficient EUR 70/day funds; (2) Weak ties to BD; (3) Travel insurance below EUR 30,000; (4) Inconsistent itinerary; (5) Apply via Croatian Embassy New Delhi if not using VFS; (6) Multi-entry Schengen holder route preferred.

Embassy / consulate

AddressCroatia visa via Embassy in New Delhi; intake at VFS Dhaka, Delta Life Tower, Plot 37, Road 90, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh

Phone+880 9613 113 113

Emailinfo.dac@vfsglobal.com

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Croatia visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Croatia with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for Croatia (Single entry). Apply via Embassy via VFS Dhaka (Schengen).

How much does a Croatia visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The Croatia visa fee is USD 104 (about BDT 12,760). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Croatia visa?

Typical processing for a Croatia visa is 15 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Croatia on this visa?

A Croatia visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years (full Schengen since Jan 2023). Max Stay: 90/180.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Croatia visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your Croatia visa via Embassy via VFS Dhaka (Schengen). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.