Croatia Visa RequirementsFor Taiwan passport holders
Croatia became a full Schengen member on January 1, 2023. Taiwan passport holders may enter visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted together with all other Schengen countries.
Great news! Taiwan passport holders can enter Croatia without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa application is required. ROC passport must be valid for 3 months beyond your stay. Keep in mind that days spent in other Schengen countries on the same trip count toward your 90-day limit.
Croatia is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid ROC Passport
Schengen-standard: valid 3 months beyond departure. Croatia joined Schengen January 2023.
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of departure from Schengen within 90-day window.
Proof of Accommodation Recommended
Hotel confirmation or host invitation.
International Driving Permit Recommended
Required to drive in Croatia with Taiwan driver license. Obtain from Taiwan Motor Vehicle Administration.
Current Travel Situation
Taiwan to Croatia: What You Need to Know
Croatia's accession to the Schengen Area in 2023 brought it under the same visa-free arrangement that Taiwan has enjoyed with Schengen since 2011. Before 2023, Taiwan passport holders could visit Croatia visa-free under a separate bilateral arrangement. The transition to Schengen membership means your Croatian visit days now count toward your overall 90-day Schengen quota.
How to Get There
If you plan a Balkan trip combining Croatia with non-Schengen countries like Bosnia-Herzegovina or Serbia, note that those countries do not affect your Schengen day count. Plan accordingly to maximize time in each.
Money & Banking
Croatia uses EUR. Tourist areas accept cards widely, but smaller towns and markets prefer cash. ATMs are available in all cities and major tourist areas.
Practical Tips
Croatia uses the Euro (EUR) since January 2023. The Adriatic coast is a popular summer destination; book accommodation well in advance for July and August. The Taiwanese office in Vienna handles consular matters for Croatia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Croatia?
No. Croatia joined Schengen on January 1, 2023. Taiwan passport holders enjoy visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Days in Croatia now count toward the overall Schengen quota.
Did Croatia used to have a separate visa-free arrangement with Taiwan before Schengen?
Yes. Before Croatia joined Schengen in 2023, it had a separate bilateral visa-free arrangement allowing Taiwan passport holders to visit. That has now been replaced by the Schengen visa-free regime, which still allows the same access but now counts toward your Schengen day total.
How does Croatia joining Schengen affect Taiwan travelers planning a Balkans trip?
If you visit Croatia as part of a wider Balkans trip including non-Schengen countries like Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia, North Macedonia, or Albania, only your days in Croatia (and other Schengen countries) count toward the 90-day Schengen quota. Days in non-Schengen Balkan countries do not count.
What currency does Croatia use?
Croatia adopted the Euro (EUR) on January 1, 2023 (simultaneously joining Schengen). The former Croatian Kuna is no longer in use.
Is summer the best time to visit Croatia and how far in advance should I book?
Croatia's Adriatic coast is extremely popular in July and August. Book accommodation 3-6 months in advance for peak summer. Spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) offer pleasant weather with fewer crowds.
Which airport is best for flying from Taipei to Croatia?
There are no direct flights from Taipei to Croatia. Common routing is via Frankfurt (FRA), Vienna (VIE), Istanbul (IST), or Amsterdam (AMS) to Zagreb (ZAG), Split (SPU), or Dubrovnik (DBV). Dubrovnik is the most popular tourist entry point.
Can I drive in Croatia with a Taiwan driver's license?
You should carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your Taiwan driver's license. Obtain the IDP from the Taiwan Motor Vehicle Administration before departure. Croatia is right-hand traffic (same as Taiwan).