8Croatian Passport
Apply for your Croatian passport and unlock travel throughout the European Union.
Goal: Apply for and receive your Croatian passport, giving you the freedom to live, work, and travel throughout the European Union.
EU Passport Benefits
Your Croatian passport is an EU passport, giving you the right to live, work, study, and travel freely within all 27 European Union member states without visas or work permits.
The Passport Process
Prepare Your Application
Gather all necessary documents and prepare your passport application.
You'll need your citizenship certificate (Domovnica), birth certificate, proof of identity (your U.S. passport), and passport photos that meet Croatian requirements.
Croatian passport photos must be 35x45mm, in color, with a light background. You should have a neutral expression, looking directly at the camera with your entire face visible.
Complete the Croatian passport application form, which you can obtain from the Croatian embassy or consulate. Fill it out carefully and accurately in block letters.
Submit Your Application
Visit the Croatian embassy or consulate to submit your passport application.
Contact the Croatian embassy or consulate to schedule an appointment for submitting your passport application. Some locations may accept walk-ins, but it's best to schedule ahead.
During your appointment, you'll provide biometric data, including fingerprints and a digital photograph. This is a standard requirement for all EU passports.
The fee for a Croatian passport is approximately 35$ USD for a standard 10-year passport. Payment methods vary by location, so check with your embassy or consulate for accepted payment options.
Receive Your Passport
After processing, you'll receive your Croatian passport.
Croatian passports typically take 3-4 weeks to process. However, processing times can vary depending on the embassy or consulate and current workload.
You'll be notified when your passport is ready. In most cases, you'll need to collect it in person from the embassy or consulate where you applied.
When you receive your passport, carefully check all information for accuracy. Make sure your name, date of birth, and other details are correct.