Croatia
A thousand islands and a Roman emperor's palace that became a city. Croatia joined the euro and Schengen in 2023, which simplified travel but pushed summer prices up; the shoulder seasons are when the coast makes sense.
Entry and visas
Schengen member since 2023: 90 days in 180 for most non-EU visitors. Croatia's digital nomad residence permit (since 2021) grants up to one year, non-renewable immediately, with proof of remote income around 2.5 times the average net salary.
| Passport | Category | Max days | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | Visa-free (Schengen short stay) 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area, counted together. The EU Entry/Exit System now records entries electronically and ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is scheduled to become mandatory; check before travel. | 90 | Oct 19, 2026 official source ↗ |
| GB | Visa-free (Schengen short stay) 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area, counted together. The EU Entry/Exit System now records entries electronically and ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is scheduled to become mandatory; check before travel. | 90 | Oct 19, 2026 official source ↗ |
| CA | Visa-free (Schengen short stay) 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area, counted together. The EU Entry/Exit System now records entries electronically and ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is scheduled to become mandatory; check before travel. | 90 | Oct 19, 2026 official source ↗ |
| AU | Visa-free (Schengen short stay) 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area, counted together. The EU Entry/Exit System now records entries electronically and ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is scheduled to become mandatory; check before travel. | 90 | Oct 19, 2026 official source ↗ |
| DE | EU freedom of movement EU citizens may enter, stay and work without a visa; register with local authorities for stays beyond three months. | — | Oct 19, 2026 official source ↗ |
Remote work and long stays
Digital Nomad Residence Permit (up to 365 days): Up to one year (recently extendable), for non-EU remote workers with monthly income of roughly 2.5 times the average net salary (about EUR 3,300 in 2025); family members may join. official source ↗ Official eligibility verification required
Last verified Oct 19, 2026
Working holiday and residence programmes
- Croatia Digital Nomad residence permit · ages 18+ · 12 months · verify
Entry rules are research summaries with their official source and the date we last checked them; they are not eligibility decisions. Check the official page before you travel. Open the Visa & Work Finder →
Safety
Very safe. Sea urchins, strong sun and the occasional wildfire are the practical hazards. Leftover mines exist in a few inland areas from the 1990s war; they are marked.
Official advisory: Croatia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (U.S. Department of State, ). UK FCDO advice ↗
Health
Good healthcare in cities; island clinics are basic. Insurance recommended for non-EU visitors.
Money
Cards widely accepted; cash still useful on islands and at markets. Accommodation prices in July and August are two to three times those of May or October.
Tipping: Rounding up or around 10 percent in restaurants · Tap water: Safe to drink
Getting around
Jadrolinija and Krilo ferries and catamarans connect the islands; buses (FlixBus, Arriva) are the main land link since rail is sparse along the coast. Uber and Bolt work in Split and Zagreb.
SIMs and connectivity
A1, Hrvatski Telekom and Telemach offer tourist SIMs; EU roaming applies.
