Saudi Arabia Visa for Croatian Citizens

The Saudi visa for Croatia citizens can be arranged entirely online, with no embassy appointment. Croatia's own foreign ministry points travellers to Saudi Arabia's official e-visa system, so this is a well-established route. Below is what applies to Croatian applicants specifically: eVisa versus visa on arrival, the two visa options on this site, documents, costs, and what to check before flying out of Zagreb or another Croatian airport.

Can Croatian Passport Holders Get a Saudi eVisa?

Yes. Croatia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists two tourist routes for Croatian nationals with an ordinary passport. One is an e-visa obtained before departure through the official Saudi portal. The other is a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days. A Saudi eVisa for Croatia citizens covers tourism, events, family visits, leisure and Umrah. It does not cover study, work or Hajj.

Why apply before you fly

The ministry attaches conditions to the visa-on-arrival route: medical insurance certified in Saudi Arabia and an address in the Kingdom. Sorting that out at an airport kiosk after a long connection from Croatia is avoidable stress, and airlines may ask for proof of your visa at check-in. Applying beforehand puts an approved document in your hands. Our guide to the Saudi visa on arrival explains the airport route if you want it as a fallback.

If you live in Croatia but hold another passport

This page is written for Croatian passport holders. If you live in Croatia on a different nationality, your eligibility depends on that passport and possibly your residence status. Confirm it before paying for anything.

Which Saudi Visa Suits Your Trip From Croatia?

The Croatia application page currently offers two multiple-entry tourist eVisas. They differ in how long the visa stays usable and how long you can remain per trip.

1 Year Multiple Entry Visa

Priced at $300 with 3–4 days processing, this visa is valid for one year and allows a stay of up to 90 days. It suits Croatians who expect to return, whether that means Umrah followed by a later family visit or a long trip split across several entries. See the 1 year multiple entry visa page for details.

90 Days Multiple Entry Visa

At $250 with 2–3 days processing, this visa is valid for 90 days and allows a 30-day stay. It fits a single planned trip, such as two weeks starting from Zagreb, Split or Rijeka, when a full year of validity is unnecessary. Details are on the 90 days multiple entry visa page.

Umrah and Hajj for Croatian Muslims

Umrah can be performed on the tourist eVisa outside the Hajj season, and Umrah bookings run through Saudi Arabia's Nusuk platform. Hajj needs a separate visa. The Islamic Community in Croatia, headquartered in Zagreb, is the institution responsible for pilgrimage from the country. Our comparison of Umrah and Hajj visas explains the distinction.

Saudi Visa Requirements for Croatia Citizens: Documents to Prepare

The checklist is short, but some points catch Croatian applicants out. Our Saudi eVisa requirements guide has the general list. The notes below focus on the Croatian side.

Bring a passport, not an ID card

Croatians are used to crossing EU borders with an osobna iskaznica. The foreign ministry itself reminds citizens that some countries accept ID cards while others demand passports valid for months after entry. Saudi Arabia requires a passport valid for at least six months from arrival. If yours expires within the year, renew it first.

Names, diacritics and photo

Croatian surnames often contain š, č, ć, ž or đ. Check the spelling against the machine-readable lines at the bottom of the passport's data page, which use plain Latin letters, and make sure your flight ticket matches. The photo must be recent, in colour, with a plain white background. The passport scan must show every corner clearly.

What you don't need at the application stage

According to the application page, no hotel booking or return ticket is needed to apply, though immigration may ask about onward travel on arrival. Keep the address of your first night handy. If you hold two passports, apply with the one you'll actually travel on, because the visa is tied to that document.

Saudi Visa Application for Croatia Citizens, Step by Step

1. Check your passport's expiry date and that the photo page is undamaged.
2. Open the Saudi eVisa application form and choose one of the two visa options.
3. Enter your details as they appear in the passport, then upload your photo and passport scan.
4. Pay by card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express). Prices are listed in US dollars, so your Croatian bank may convert from euro.
5. Wait for approval by email and follow progress on the Saudi visa status page.
6. Print the confirmation and keep a digital copy on your phone.

For a fuller walkthrough, read our how to apply guide.

Fees and Processing Time

The Croatia application page shows these figures at the time of writing:

The final amount is displayed before you pay. Timings are estimates, and extra checks can add time, so apply well before flights become non-refundable. Saudi E Visa Online is a private visa service, not the official Saudi portal, and the decision on every application rests with Saudi authorities. Because Saudi Arabia expects visitors to carry medical insurance, our Saudi eVisa travel insurance guide shows what is covered and whether you may want extra cover.

Validity, Stay Limits and Overstay

Validity is the window in which you can enter. The permitted stay is how long you may remain. On the one-year visa you can enter several times but stay no more than 90 days in total. Croatians used to counting days under Schengen's 90-in-180 rule shouldn't assume the same logic applies here, so read the stay shown on your approval. Croatia's foreign ministry notes that travellers who exceed their visa are deported and fined. If plans change, check Saudi eVisa validity and extension before your stay runs out.

Flying to Saudi Arabia From Croatia

Flight-search listings for Zagreb–Riyadh show connecting itineraries rather than nonstop service. Carriers such as Saudia, flynas, AJet and Croatia Airlines appear on connecting routes, and the quickest one-stop trips take roughly eight hours. Schedules change, so check current options. If your journey stops in a Saudi airport en route elsewhere, the Saudi transit visa for up to 96 hours may be worth considering. At the airport, carry your passport, the printed e-visa confirmation the ministry says passengers should have, and your accommodation address.

Practical Advice for Croatian Travellers

Check the ministry's travel advice

Croatia's Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs has urged citizens to check its consular portal for current recommendations before travelling in the Middle East. For distant or higher-risk destinations it suggests emailing your itinerary and phone number to konzularni poslovi at mvep . In recent notices, consular matters for Saudi Arabia were covered by the Croatian embassy in Cairo, so confirm the current arrangement.

Dress, alcohol and medicines

The ministry advises respecting local dress and behaviour in Islamic countries and warns of severe drug penalties in some states. Alcohol is illegal in Saudi Arabia, so leave wine and rakija at home instead of packing them as gifts. Carry prescription medicines in original packaging with a doctor's note.

Where Croatian Visitors Go in Saudi Arabia

Your purpose shapes the route. Croatian Muslims, whose community is organised into local medžlisi in Zagreb, Rijeka, Split and other cities, head to Makkah and Madinah. First-time sightseers can combine Riyadh and Diriyah with AlUla's Hegra tombs. Travellers who love the Adriatic may find the Red Sea coast around Jeddah, with its historic Al-Balad district, a natural counterpart.