Traveling is a wonderful experience, especially when you have the opportunity to explore new countries. And Vietnam is definitely one of the attractive destinations not only for international tourists but also for Croatian citizens. However, to be able to visit and fully enjoy the beauty of this country, applying for a visa is mandatory for Croatian citizens. In this article, we will learn about the Vietnam visa application process for Croatians and what to keep in mind to have a smooth and complete trip.
Useful note:
- Besides a Vietnam visa, your passport MUST be valid over 6 months beyond the arrive time and have at least 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
- Travelers need to to show the onward ticket when coming to Vietnam on the visa exemption.
- Children under the age of 14 years who have their own passport can be exempted or have to pay the same fees to obtain a Vietnam visa as adults.
Types of Vietnam visas for Croatian citizens
Based on the purpose of entries, Vietnam visas for Croatians are divided into some categories as follows:
Tourist visa: is a visa issued to Croatians to Vietnam to travel, go out, visit, go on a tour. Tourist visa has a maximum validity of 90 days and can be entered once or many times. The way to apply for a tourist visa for Croatians is to apply for a Vietnam E-visa online or thought visa agent.
Business visa: issued to Croatians to Vietnam to work, work, sign commercial contracts with businesses/companies in Vietnam. Business visa has a maximum validity of 90 days, single entry or multiple entries and can be extended again for another 1 – 3 months.
Visit relatives: Is a visa granted to Croatians to Vietnam to visit relatives, valid for a maximum of 01 year, entry one or more times.
Investor visa: grants for people who come to invest to Vietnam, visa valid maximum 1 year but can upgrade to temporary resident card (TRC) if applicant can match the requirements of the law.
Working visa: issued for people come to Vietnam to work as contract. This type of visa valid maximum 1 year and can be renew again.
How to apply for a Vietnam visa?
Croatian citizens can apply and obtain a Vietnam visa in two ways.
1, Apply directly at the Vietnam Embassy/Consulate aboard
The first, through the Vietnam Embassy in Vienna, Austria; Budapest, Hungary or the country that has presented this office.
Below are the contacts of the Embassy offices located nearby Croatia
I. Vietnam Embassy in Hungary
Address: 1146 Budapest, XIV.Kerület Thököly u.41
Telephone: (+361) 342-9922/ (+361) 342-5583
II, Vietnam Embassy in Austria
Address: Felix Mottl – Strasse 20, 1190 Vienna, Austria
Telephone: +4313680755
Working Time: from Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 17:00pm.
Please contact directly to the Embassy/Consulate for visa procedures and fees. Also, applicants may need to spend extra for transportation, delivering service, expedited service (if any)…
2, Visa on arrival (VOA)
The easiest way to get a Vietnam visa from Croatia is applying for a visa online. In this way, you don’t need to visit the Vietnam Embassy or send off your passport to the Office. In short, you just need to complete 03 simple steps as below:
- Fill out the secure application form
- Receive a visa approval letter or Vietnam E-visa via email after processing time.
- Print out the letter and submit it to get the visa stamp on arrival airport. That’s all.
The standard processing time is 3 working days and visa expedited service is always available WHICH can help you get a visa within a day.
After all, if you have any questions about Vietnam visa requirements for Croatian citizens, please contact us via:
Best regards,
Vietdream team.
