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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Croatia citizens need a visa for Iran?

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Citizens of Croatia can visit Iran visa-free for up to 15 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Croatia vs Iran: passport comparison

Croatia

120

visa-free countries

Global rank: #22 · mobility 169.1

Iran

13

visa-free countries

Global rank: #190 · mobility 66.9
12

countries both Croatia and Iran can enter visa-free together

Croatia + Iran: passport compatibility

34%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Croatia and Iran travel together — by entry type:

12 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
15 both need a visa
131 access differs

Where Croatia and Iran can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (12)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Iran is visa-free (1)

How the entry rule changed: Croatia → Iran

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Croatia → Iran rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2rule changes for the Croatia passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Iran: good to know

Tehran

Capital

Iranian Rial (IRR)

Currency

Iran Standard Time (UTC+3:30)

Time zone

+98

Calling code

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Documents you'll usually need for Iran

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 15 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Croatia citizens need a visa for Iran?
Citizens of Croatia can visit Iran visa-free for up to 15 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Croatia citizens stay in Iran without a visa?
Croatia passport holders are allowed to stay up to 15 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Croatia or Iran?
The Croatia passport is stronger: 120 visa-free countries versus 13. Global rank: Croatia #22, Iran #190.
Where can Croatia and Iran citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 12 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Iran?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Croatia and Iran?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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