Passport renewal in Croatia
Renewing a Croatian passport typically involves applying in person at a police station or an authorized diplomatic mission/consulate, submitting required documents, and paying the relevant fee. The new passport is then issued after processing.
It is generally advisable to begin the passport renewal process several months before the current passport's expiration date. This allows sufficient time to secure an appointment, complete the application, and account for processing times, which can vary. This is especially important for those planning international travel.
Start 60 days ahead
This lead time accounts for potential waiting periods for appointments, particularly at diplomatic missions abroad, and the standard processing times for passport issuance. Expedited options may be available for an additional fee.
The process
- 1Verify the expiration date of the current passport and gather all necessary documents.
- 2Schedule an appointment at a police station or a diplomatic mission/consulate, if required by the specific location.
- 3Attend the appointment in person to submit the application, provide biometric data (fingerprints), and have a photo taken (or submit a compliant photo).
- 4Pay the prescribed administrative fee at the time of application.
- 5Track the application status, if an online tracking service is provided by the authority.
- 6Collect the new passport in person once it is ready, typically at the same location where the application was submitted.
What to bring
- Current Croatian passport (even if expired, or other valid identity document if the passport is lost/stolen)
- Valid identity document (e.g., national ID card, if not renewing from current passport)
- Proof of Croatian citizenship (if status has changed or is not verifiable through existing documents)
- Previous passport (if available and not lost/stolen)
- Proof of payment of the administrative fee (if paid separately before the appointment)
Who handles it
Ministarstvo unutarnjih poslova (Ministry of Interior) / Police administrations or stations in Croatia, or Croatian diplomatic missions and consular offices abroad.
https://mup.gov.hr/putovnica-327/327
The cost for a new passport varies depending on the type of passport (e.g., regular, expedited) and the age of the applicant. Specific fees should be confirmed with the Ministry of Interior or the relevant diplomatic mission/consulate, as they are subject to change.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all required documents are current and valid, as expired supporting documents may lead to delays.
- Confirm whether a photo needs to be brought or if it will be taken on-site, and adhere to specific photo requirements.
- Applicants residing abroad should check the specific requirements and procedures of their nearest Croatian diplomatic mission or consular office, as they can differ.
- Processing times can vary; plan applications well in advance of any travel, especially during peak seasons.
Sources
- Putovnica mup.gov.hr
- Ministarstvo vanjskih i europskih poslova Republike Hrvatske - Putovnice mvep.gov.hr
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