BulgariaCroatia: Visa-free

BulgariaCroatia

Do Bulgaria passport holders need a visa for Croatia?

Visa-free

No. Bulgaria passport holders do not need a visa to visit Croatia for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance680 km, straight line (~1h 18m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Croatia138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Croatia passport holders visiting Bulgaria: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bulgaria passport holders need a visa for Croatia?

No. Bulgaria passport holders do not need a visa to visit Croatia for tourism.

How far is Croatia from Bulgaria?

About 680 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 18m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Croatia?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Croatia?

112 / 192 / 93 / 94.

What time zone is Croatia in?

Zagreb (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Zagreb?

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG), about 11 km away.

How many countries can enter Croatia without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Croatia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.