You need a visa for Croatia if you have a Botswanan passport

Entry requirements for Botswanan travellers

These rules apply specifically to Botswanan passport holders entering Croatia as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

• Required

  Mandatory travel health insurance

  Travelers must have travel health insurance when visiting Croatia. Insurance should cover at least EUR 30,000.00, be valid in all Schengen countries, and cover the entire duration of stay.

  Republic of Croatia Last checked 2026-07-15
• Required

  Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler exits

  Travelers need a valid passport to enter Croatia. The traveler's passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the traveler's arrival date and remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler's departure from Croatia.

  Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Croatia Last checked 2026-07-15
• May be required

  Entry/Exit System (EES) new digital passport control at European borders

  The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital border process for non-EU nationals traveling for a short stay (up to 90 days within 180 days). No advance action is required. Travelers should allow additional time at passport control, especially during busy travel seasons. At passport control, travelers provide a facial photo and/or fingerprints. Passports are no longer stamped. Self-service kiosks may be available at some airports and border entries.

  • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals; -Nationals of Andorra, Monaco, and San Marino; -Holders of Vatican City or Holy See passports; -Holders of residence permits or long-stay visas; -Family members of EU nationals holding a residence card; -UK nationals and family members holding valid Brexit Withdrawal Agreement residence documents issued by their host EU member state. Check the source for more details and a full list of exemptions.
  Entry/Exit System Last checked 2026-07-15
• Not required

  Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Croatia

  Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Croatia.

  Last checked 2026-07-15
• Not required

  Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

  Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Croatia.

  Last checked 2026-07-15
• May be required

  Transit visa may be required

  Travelers do not need a transit visa if staying in the airport's international area with destination outside the Schengen Area.

  Last checked 2026-07-15

A look at Croatia

Croatia visa requirements by passport