Is a Croatian visa needed if I have a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa and I enter Croatia first?
I'm Filipino and will be travelling to Budapest September 5 to 10 (6 days) and will secure a Schengen visa. Before entry to Budapest, I will travel first to Croatia and will be arriving in Zagreb on August 31. So I have 5 days around Croatia.
Do I need to get a Croatian visa?
Best Answer
The other answer is not 100% correct.
Per TIMATIC, the database used by airlines:
Visa required, except for Passengers with a double or multiple entry C visa issued by a Schengen Member State valid for all Schengen Member States and valid for the period of intended stay. They are visa exempt for a maximum stay of 90 days.
So if you have a double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa, you can enter Croatia on it, even before visiting the Schengen Area
You shouldn't assume you'll receive a double/multiple-entry visa, however (unless you've received one in the past), and if you only get a single-entry visa, then a Croatian visa is required as well.
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Do I need a visa for Croatia if I have a Schengen visa?
Third-country nationals who have a valid residence permits issued by a Schengen member state do not need a visa for stay in Croatia not exceeding 90 days in each 180-day period or for transit through Croatia.Can you enter Croatia with Schengen?
Visa Requirements for Croatia for Holders of Schengen VisasTravellers holding a dual entry Schengen visa must have one unused entry if travelling to Croatia. Holders of a residence permit, or certain other types of visa issued by a Schengen Area country, can also visit Croatia without requiring an additional visa.Should my first trip be to the country issued by Schengen visa can I enter a different Schengen country?
Your first country of entry is the country in which you enter the Schengen Area for the first time from the outside. It does not need to be the country that issued you with a Schengen Visa, as you must apply with the nation where you are planning to spend the majority of your stay in the Schengen Area.Should my first trip be to the country which issued my Schengen visa?
There is no general requirement that you must enter the Schengen Area through the country that issued your visa. Your main destination may be different than your first destination. To prevent complications, stick to your itinerary as best you can.REASONS WHY SCHENGEN VISA APPLICATIONS GET REJECTED (Highly requested)
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