German visa for Croatian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Croatian passport holders visiting Germany for a short-term stay: "Freedom of movement
".
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Croatian citizens to enter Germany for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | "Freedom of movement " |
| Evisa | Germany e-visa for Croatian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Germany visa on arrival for Croatian citizens | Not Available | |
Germany tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Croatian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Germany.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Germany.
If you are looking for Germany visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Croatia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Germany nearest your place of residence.
- Zagreb: The Embassy of Germany in Zagreb, Croatia (Working hours: Close now)
- Osijek: The Honorary Consulate of Germany in Osijek, Croatia (Working hours: Close now)
Germany visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Germany diplomatic mission offices to Croatia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Croatia traveling to Germany from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Croatia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 94,559 | N/A |
| 2009 | 92,036 | -2.67% |
| 2010 | 102,125 | 10.96% |
| 2011 | 107,821 | 5.58% |
| 2012 | 115,562 | 7.18% |
| 2013 | 119,871 | 3.73% |
| 2014 | 125,396 | 4.61% |
| 2015 | 132,886 | 5.97% |
| 2016 | 135,109 | 1.67% |
| 2017 | 142,318 | 5.34% |
| 2018 | 147,748 | 3.82% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Germany & Croatia comparison
Germany's area is approximately 348,560 km2 (134,579 sq mi), while the area of Croatia is approximately 55,960 km2 (21,606 sq mi). This means Croatia is 6.23 times smaller than Germany.
As of April 2024, Germany's population is ~84.9 million people - 80,851,278 more people than the population of Croatia.
We have highlighted Germany & Croatia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Germany | Croatia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 84,856,376 | 4,005,098 | 80.9 million more people live in Germany than Croatia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 227 | 160 | Germany has 67 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Croatia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 145 | 130 | Germany passport holders can visit 15 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 593 | 107 | German hosts 486 more foreign missions than Croatia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Croatia travel to Germany in one year?
The number of visitors from Croatia visiting Germany in 2018 was approximately 147,748.
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