Living in Croatia
Europe — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Zagreb
Currency
EUR
Continent
Europe
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Croatia.
Check visa requirementsPopular 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 | — |
Detailed visa guides for Croatia
Monthly costs
Zagreb
Rent (center)
850 USD/mo
Groceries
320 USD/mo
Transport
35 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,335 USD/mo
Split
Rent (center)
900 EUR/mo
Groceries
380 EUR/mo
Transport
25 EUR/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,465 EUR/mo
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Work permits
Croatia offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.
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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
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EU Blue Card
Duration: Up to 4 years
Highly qualified non-EU workers with a job offer meeting salary threshold
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Work and Residence Permit
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Non-EU nationals with a job offer from a Croatian employer
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.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Croatia. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Croatia eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
Book 1-on-1 video lessons with native tutors before you move. 150+ languages.
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