Australia visa requirements for Croatian citizens in 2026
Checked 1 Sep 2026
No changes since 1 Sep 2026
Entry requirement
Travel authorisation required
Max stay
90 days
Purpose
Tourism
Different passport? See Australia visa requirements for all nationalities ↗
How to enter
Croatian passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter Australia.
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Electronic Travel Authorization
Croatian passport holders do not require a traditional visa to enter Australia, but must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before boarding. This is a simple online process and is typically approved within minutes.
ENTRY
Electronic Travel Authorization
ALLOWED STAY
90 days
PURPOSE
Tourist
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Further notes
- 90 days on each visit in 12-month period if granted
- The European Commission ruled that the eVisitor's 'autogrant' treatment is not an equivalent to the Schengen visa application procedures. However, only countries which are on ETA list are considered low risk and processing time is one working day. For all other countries processing time is 31 days (75% of applications), and 4 months (90% of applications). Applications for high risk countries, i.e. not ETA, are routinely processed manually rather than via 'autogrant' and they are subject to additional documents prior to arrival, which is typical for a proper visa. Grant rate for eVisitor countries like Croatia is less than 100%, which indicates manual processing.
- May enter using SmartGate.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Australia from Croatia?
No, Croatian citizens do not need a visa for Australia, but an approved Electronic Travel Authorization is required before departure.
Do Croatian citizens need a visa for Australia in 2026?
No, Croatian citizens do not need a visa for Australia, but an approved Electronic Travel Authorization is required before departure.
Can Croatian citizens travel to Australia?
Yes, Croatian citizens can travel to Australia once their Electronic Travel Authorization is approved. Airlines check it at boarding.
What is the maximum length of stay in Australia with Electronic Travel Authorization for Croatian citizens?
The maximum length of stay in Australia with Electronic Travel Authorization is 90 days. Croatian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Croatian citizen overstays their visa in Australia?
Overstaying in Australia can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Australia in the future, even though no visa was required. Ensure to comply with the allowed stay duration of 90 days.
About Australia
- Official
- Commonwealth of Australia
- Capital
- Canberra
- Currency
- Australian dollar
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +61
- Population
- 27,801,023
- Region
- Oceania · Australia and New Zealand
Last checked 1 Sep 2026 ·
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.