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Croatia

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Overview

Capital

Zagreb

Currency

EUR

Continent

Europe

Entry requirements

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Popular passport access to Croatia

Passport Status Max Stay
Austria Visa Free
Belgium Visa Free
Bulgaria Visa Free
Cyprus Visa Free
Czechia Visa Free
Denmark Visa Free
Estonia Visa Free
Finland Visa Free
France Visa Free
Germany Visa Free

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Monthly costs

Zagreb

Rent (center)

850 USD/mo

Groceries

320 USD/mo

Transport

35 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

1,335 USD/mo

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Work Permits

Croatia offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.

  • Digital Nomad Residence Permit

    Duration: 1 year, non-renewable but can reapply after 6 months

    Non-EU nationals working remotely for foreign employers/clients with minimum income

  • EU Blue Card

    Duration: Up to 4 years

    Highly qualified non-EU workers with a job offer meeting salary threshold

  • Work and Residence Permit

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Non-EU nationals with a job offer from a Croatian employer

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

18% – 23%

Social Security (Employee)

0.2%

Adopted EUR Jan 2023. Digital Nomad Visa: 0% tax on foreign income for first year.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in EUR with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Croatia.

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