Botschaft von Kroatien in Wien

As both Croatia and Austria are members of the European Union and participate in the Schengen Area, Austrian citizens do not require visas to enter, travel, or reside in Croatia. Austrian nationals enjoy complete freedom of movement under EU regulations and can travel, live, and work in Croatia without any visa or permit requirements. The embassy and its Consular Section provide information about residency registration and documentation for Austrian citizens planning extended stays in Croatia. For third-country nationals residing in Austria who require visas to visit Croatia, the Consular Section processes Schengen visa applications following common EU visa procedures. Applicants must submit a completed application form, valid passport with adequate validity, biometric passport photographs, travel health insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage, confirmed accommodation and travel itinerary in Croatia, and proof of financial means. Consular appointments for visa applications should be scheduled in advance.

The embassy actively promotes economic and commercial relations between Croatia and Austria, supporting bilateral trade, investment, and business cooperation. Austria is one of Croatia's top trading partners and a major source of foreign direct investment, with strong Austrian presence in Croatian banking, tourism, retail, construction, and manufacturing sectors. Major Austrian companies operate extensively in Croatia, while Croatian exports to Austria include machinery, food products, textiles, and tourism services. The embassy facilitates business connections, provides market information and investment guidance, and supports Austrian companies exploring opportunities in Croatia's economy. Croatia's EU membership, coastal tourism potential, strategic geographic position, and improving infrastructure make it attractive for Austrian investment. The embassy works closely with the Austrian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce and business associations to strengthen commercial ties between the two neighboring EU partners.

Important: The embassy has two locations in Vienna. The main embassy office is at Rennweg 3 (1030 Vienna, 3rd district) with general office hours Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00. The Consular Section is at a separate location: Operngasse 20b (1040 Vienna, 4th district) with more limited hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday 8:00-12:00; Thursday 8:00-12:00 and 14:00-16:00. For consular matters (passports, visas, document services), contact the Consular Section at crocons.bec@mvep.hr. For diplomatic and general inquiries, contact the main embassy at croemb.bec@mvep.hr. Both locations are accessible by Vienna's public transportation. For urgent consular assistance outside office hours, Croatian nationals should call the emergency hotline at +43 676 842 500 554. The embassy is closed on Austrian and Croatian public holidays.