About the Croatia Digital Nomad Visa
Croatia offers the Temporary Residence Permit for Digital Nomads (Privremeni boravak digitalnih nomada) for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Croatia for Up to 18 months (12 months initial + optional 6-month extension). Not renewable consecutively — must leave Croatia for at least 6 months before reapplying. while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least EUR3,295 per month, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, Croatia treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
Minimum €3,295/month (2.5× Croatian average monthly net salary per Bureau of Statistics, updated May 2025). Alternative: savings of €39,540 for 12 months or €59,310 for 18 months. Income updated to ~€3,622.50 in early 2026 per some sources.
Documents needed
- Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond intended stay)
- Completed application form
- Proof of remote work (employment contract or statement from non-Croatian employer, or own company registration abroad)
- 6 months of bank statements or payslips proving minimum monthly income
- Proof of accommodation in Croatia (lease, hotel booking, or property deed)
- International health insurance valid in Croatia for full stay duration
- Criminal record certificate from home country (apostilled if required)
- Certified Croatian or English translation of all non-English/Croatian documents.
How to Apply for the Croatia DNV
Processing time: Officially 8–30 days; in practice typically 30–60 days, up to 12 weeks during peak season
- 1Check eligibility (non-EU/EEA/Swiss, remote work exclusively for non-Croatian employer or own company not registered in Croatia).
- 2Gather all required documents including 6 months of bank statements.
- 3Apply online at mup.gov.hr OR in person at Croatian embassy/consulate OR at local police station if already in Croatia visa-free.
- 4Submit application and pay fees.
- 5Register address within 3 days of arrival.
- 6Collect biometric residence card at local police station.
Application fees: ~€110–€180 total government fees (application ~€46–€56 + administrative ~€9 + biometric card ~€31–€46). VFS Global service fees vary by country.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: Up to 18 months (12 months initial + optional 6-month extension). Not renewable consecutively — must leave Croatia for at least 6 months before reapplying.
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Croatia
Foreign-sourced income is exempt from Croatian income tax while holding this permit. Croatian tax residency triggered if spending 183+ days/year in Croatia.